From the Organizer
Run for the Grapes 5K & Kids ½ Mile Run
Join us for one of Northwest Arkansas' favorite summer traditions at the annual Run for the Grapes in beautiful Tontitown! Held during the historic Tontitown Grape Festival, this family-friendly event combines fitness, community, and a celebration of the area's rich Italian heritage. The Run for the Grapes has become a festival tradition, welcoming runners and walkers of all ages to a fun and memorable race experience.
All proceeds benefit our ministries to children and youth, including Wednesday night programming for over 180 student in PreK-High School, Vacation Bible School, retreats, service projects, and high school youth group trips and events. Race sponsors are needed! Click here to read about our tax-deductible sponsorship levels starting at $150.
Whether you're chasing a personal best, competing for an age group award, or cheering on your child in the Fun Run, there's something for everyone. After the race, stay and enjoy everything the Tontitown Grape Festival has to offer, including live entertainment, arts and crafts, carnival rides, and the famous spaghetti dinner.
Event Information
5K Run
Starts at 7:00 AM
Professionally chip timed
Open to runners and walkers of all ages
½ Mile Run
Starts at 8:00 AM
Untimed
Perfect for young runners looking to be part of the festival fun
5k Awards
Top Overall Male
Top Overall Female
Age Group Awards
Top 3 Male and Top 3 Female finishers in each age group:
9 & Under
10–14
15–19
20–24
25–29
30–34
35–39
40–44
45–49
50–54
55–59
60–64
65–69
70+
*Overall Male and Female winners are not eligible for age group awards.
Location
The race takes place in Tontitown, located in the heart of Northwest Arkansas and home to the historic Tontitown Grape Festival, a community celebration dating back to 1899.
Come run, celebrate, and make memories at the Run for the Grapes 5K & Kids ½ Mile Run! 🍇🏃♂️🏃♀️🍇
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
90°
Typical Low
69°
Chance of Rain
23%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Fayetteville Exp Stn, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
City Elevation
1,237 ft
Nearest Airport
XNA
Northwest Arkansas National Airport · 10 mi
Major Hub
TUL
Tulsa International Airport · 92 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
Your Next Start Line
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Coming Up
Treat Trot Fayetteville
3 miles away
Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Springdale, AR (27)
3 miles away
Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Springdale, AR (31)
3 miles away
Summer Sizzler- Fayetteville
3 miles away
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Run for the Grapes
Aug 8, 2026