The Call Light the Way 5K
- Date
- October 17, 2026
- Location
- 1705 Hwy 367, Bald Knob, AR
- Distance
- 5K Glow Run- Ignite Hope-Light THE WAY/ THE CALL
From the Organizer
A night run to shine hope for local kids in foster care
Benefiting: The CALL in White, Jackson & Woodruff counties
📅 Saturday, October 11 — 🕒 Race Start: 6:30 PM
📍 New Beginnings Community Church, 1705 Hwy 367, Bald Knob
Early Bird Bonus: Register by October 1 and receive a FREE Light the Way 5K T-shirt!
Come early for:
🎨 Face painting
💡 Glow-in-the-dark essentials
🍔 Food & family fun
🚒 Bald Knob Fire Department visit (October is Fire Safety Awareness Month)
🏅 Awards ceremony to celebrate our runners and teams
Shine your glow sticks, fairy lights, or lanterns! Every step you take helps recruit, train, and support foster & adoptive families in our community. Together, we can light the way for children in foster care.
📞 For more information: 501-804-6102
📧 Email: TSmithson@thecallinarkansas.org
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
73°
Typical Low
50°
Chance of Rain
26%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Searcy, 10 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Bald Knob, AR
Nearest Airport
LIT
Bill & Hillary Clinton National Airport/Adams Field · 55 mi
Major Hub
MEM
Memphis International Airport · 91 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
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- Race
- The Call Light the Way 5K
- Date
- October 17, 2026
- Location
- 1705 Hwy 367, Bald Knob, AR
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is The Call Light the Way 5K?
- The Call Light the Way 5K is a running race held in Bald Knob, Arkansas on October 17, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is The Call Light the Way 5K?
- Saturday, October 17, 2026 in Bald Knob, Arkansas at 1705 Hwy 367, Bald Knob, AR. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for The Call Light the Way 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
The Call Light the Way 5K
Oct 17, 2026