Run the Runway 5K
Run the Runway 5K is a running race on October 24, 2026 in Midway, AR, with entry fees from $20 to $25.
- Date
- October 24, 2026 (57 days to go)
- Location
- 6462 AR-126, Midway, AR
- Price
- $20–$25
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
The Run the Runway 5K (and 1-mile walk) is more than just a race—it’s a unique opportunity for the entire community to experience Baxter County Airport up close. Runners and walkers of all ages and abilities can choose a 5K or 1-mile course and travel a route normally reserved for airplanes. Along the way, participants can meet the people who fly and work in aviation, learn more about the airport, and enjoy a one-of-a-kind fall Saturday morning.
The event is designed to bring the airport and community together while highlighting the important role Baxter County Airport plays in our area. Beyond aviation, the airport supports local businesses, provides critical access for emergency and medical services, and serves as a gateway for visitors to our community. Whether you’re an aviation enthusiast, introducing a young person to flight, or simply curious about what happens at your local airport, come run, walk and explore—and discover just how much your airport has to offer!
You’ll be running for a great cause that brings benefits directly to Baxter County residents. Proceeds from the event support aviation scholarships through the Leading Edge Aviation Foundation (LEAF), a non-profit 501(c)(3). Awarding scholarships to local students since 2023, LEAF provides aviation career development assistance for students grades 6-12 and graduates entering the aerospace industry.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
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
68°
Typical Low
46°
Chance of Rain
27%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Mountain Home Baxter Ap, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Midway, AR
Nearest Airport
HRO
Boone County Airport · 38 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
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Run the Runway 5K
Oct 24, 2026