Wicked Way 5K
Wicked Way 5K is a running race on October 31, 2026 in Batesville, AR, with an entry fee of $25.
- Date
- October 31, 2026 (19 days to go)
- Price
- $25
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Have you got spooky speed?
If you think you can run, don't try to hide it at the Wicked Way 5K!
OK Timing Plus presents this short-notice low-frills Halloween morning 5K on Miller Creek Road near the Batesville Soccer Complex. The race is a test of interest in creating a local series of varying distances and terrain on some upcoming open dates in the regional running calendar.
COURSE: We will have bib or bib-chip timing on the simple out-and-back course from the horse arena gate to Harry Road. The course served in 2022 and 2023 as part of our Valentine's weekend For the Love of Running 5K/10K.
T-SHIRTS/GIVEAWAYS: None for this inaugural event.
AWARDS: Top 3 M, Top 3 F. Finishers medals for all, with Top 3 M/F age-group stickers for the back of the medals.
AID: 2.5K turnaround water station; finish line fluids and snacks.
ENTRY FEE: $25
Events
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
67°
Typical Low
43°
Chance of Rain
29%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Batesville L&D 1, 2 mi from the venue.
About Batesville, AR
Population
11,385
as of 2023
City Elevation
414 ft
Nearest Airport
JBR
Jonesboro Municipal Airport · 53 mi
Major Hub
MEM
Memphis International Airport · 103 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
What Are You
Waiting For?
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19
Days to train
- Race
- Wicked Way 5K
- Date
- October 31, 2026
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Wicked Way 5K
Oct 31, 2026