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NARMC Miles for Hope 5K

A Run/Walk for Healing and Hope

Join us for the Miles for Hope 5K, a race benefiting local cancer care at North Arkansas Regional Medical Center!

Hosted by the North Arkansas Medical Foundation, this event will bring the community together to support patients and families impacted by cancer. Play a role in honoring survivors, remembering loved ones, and standing alongside those currently fighting.

This event welcomes runners, walkers, families, and participants of all ages and abilities! Proceeds from the race will directly support vital cancer care services at NARMC's Claude Parrish Cancer Center.

Race Day: Saturday, April 18, 2026

Start Time: 8:30 a.m.

Location: Start and finish at North Arkansas Regional Medical Center

Events:

• 5K Run/Walk

• NEW! One-Mile Fun Run

• Virtual Run/Walk

Highlights

• All participants will receive a commemorative T-shirt, medal, and colorful Cancer Awareness Ribbons representing different cancers

• Wall of Hope, where participants and survivors can write messages of encouragement and remembrance

• Trophies will be awarded to the top three overall male and female finishers in the 5K, 1st-place runners in eight age divisions in the 5K, and the top three overall finishers in the one-mile fun run.

Race Packet Pick-Up

• Packets may be picked up Thursday, April 16, 12:00p.m. – 5:00p.m. or Friday, April 17, 12:00p.m. – 5:00p.m.

• Location: Community Relations Office at North Arkansas Regional Medical Center (Look for signs near the main entrance)

Race packets include your bib, T-shirt, ribbons, and important event information. Packet pick-up is required prior to race day.

Race Day Parking & Check-In

• Parking: NARMC North parking lot, located just north of Sonic Drive-In

• Check-In Tent: Located on the far east side of the hospital for those who did not pick up packets in advance. Water and refreshments will also be available here before and after the race.

• Participants are encouraged to arrive early due to anticipated congestion and road closures.

Whether you’re taking steps in honor, in memory, or in hope, your participation makes a difference for cancer patients and families across North Central Arkansas!

Join us for NARMC Miles for Hope 5K and help turn every step into hope!

Join us for the 1st Straight Up Gravel as we race the rugged gravel roads of America’s first national river — The Buffalo! Be prepared for remote, chunky gravel beneath a canopy of trees that winds through a national park, creating a straight up one-of-a-kind gravel event.

The 75-miler is a true climber’s delight, featuring two major climbs: one at 2.5 miles with an 8.2% average gradient, and another at 1.6 miles, also averaging 8.2%. While those two climbs account for 1,800 ft of elevation gain, that still leaves 5,200 ft distributed throughout relentless “rollers”. There will be 3 aid stations along this course at miles 27, 43, & 56. Be prepared for remote back-country riding.

The 50-miler offers much of the same rugged terrain, minus the two major climbs, but still includes plenty of uphills—around half- to one-mile stretches at 8% gradients. This route will have 1 aid station at mile 27.

The 25-mile route is smoother and more beginner-friendly while still providing a rewarding challenge.

Ride with GPS Routes:

Straight Up 75 Mile

Straight Up 50 Mile

Straight Fun 25 Mile

Registration will include swag bag, post ride food & drinks, event t-shirt ($10.00 add-on) and a trophy for 1st - 3rd place overall in each category

Number Plate Pick-up- Friday June 12th @ event start on 202 Old Stonewall Rd, Harrison AR 72601