The Beat Goes On 5K
The Beat Goes On 5K is a running race on September 19, 2026 in Benton, AR, with an entry fee of $25.
- Date
- September 19, 2026 (58 days to go)
- Location
- 1 Medical Park Drive, Benton, AR
- Price
- $25
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Race Returns with a New Date!
We're thrilled to announce the return of our race with an exciting new date! This year's event is co-hosted with Tea Rose Community Collaborative and will benefit Saline Memorial Hospital's Food is Medicine food pantry.
Join us for a family-friendly event that welcomes runners of all ages. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just getting started, there's a place for you at our race!
Together, we're making a difference in our community while celebrating the joy of running.
Event Details
Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026
Race Packet Pick Up: Friday, September 18, 2026, 5 - 7pm
Race Day Schedule: Saturday, September 19, 2026
7:30 - 8:50 a.m. Registration
9:00 a.m. Race Start Time
Entry Fees
Pre-Registration:
- Individual - $25 (t-shirt included)
- Child (Under 12 years) - $20 (t-shirt included)
- Virtual - $25 (t-shirt not included)
Onsite Registration: Available during packet pickup - $30 (t-shirt included, depending on availability)
Starting Location
Saline Memorial Hospital
1 Medical Park Drive, Benton, AR 72015
Starting line is located at the corner of McNeil and North Main Street near the ER parking lot and hospital skybridge.
Race Course
The race will start and finish at Saline Memorial Hospital and will take you through historical downtown Benton. This is a flat course with water stations at mile 1 and 2, and a hype station at mile 3.
Finisher Medal
Participants finishing the race will receive a finisher medal. Virtual participants will not receive a finisher medal.
Additional Information
Race timing by Heartland Racing Co.
For further information, call 501-813-9928
Entry fees are non-refundable. Postponement of the race may occur due to inclement weather.
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
86°
Typical Low
62°
Chance of Rain
16%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Benton, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Benton, AR
City Elevation
283 ft
Nearest Airport
LIT
Bill & Hillary Clinton National Airport/Adams Field · 25 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
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Days to train
- Race
- The Beat Goes On 5K
- Date
- September 19, 2026
- Location
- 1 Medical Park Drive, Benton, AR
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The Beat Goes On 5K
Sep 19, 2026