Meet The Airedales is a running race on August 29, 2026 in Alma, AR, with entry fees from $15 to $30.
From the Organizer
Meet the Airedales
Featuring:
Kids' Half Mile Fun Run (Grades 3-9)
Alma High School Cross Country Team Time Trial
Twilight XC 5K (Open Community Race)
Join us on the last Saturday in August for Meet the Airedales, an evening of racing, community, and support for the Alma Cross Country Team.
The evening begins with the Kids' Half Mile Fun Run, followed by introductions of the Alma High School Cross Country Team and their season opening time trial. The night concludes with the Twilight XC 5K, an open race for runners and walkers of all ages on our new grass cross country course.
Whether you're competing, cheering on a runner, or simply supporting local student athletes, we'd love to have you. All proceeds directly benefit the Alma Cross Country Team, helping provide equipment, travel, and other resources throughout the season.
Come help us kick off a new tradition. We look forward to seeing you at the starting line!
Events
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
89°
Typical Low
64°
Chance of Rain
25%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Mountainburg 2 Ne, 11 mi from the venue.
Host City
Nearest Airport
FSM
Fort Smith Regional Airport · 14 mi
Major Hub
TUL
Tulsa International Airport · 106 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
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Race Location
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Coming Up
Meet The Airedales
Less than a mile away
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15 miles away
Plan your trip
Coming from out of town? There's more to Alma than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.
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Meet The Airedales
Aug 29, 2026