9 running, walking, and fun run events in Russellville, Arkansas

Scoring will be like the GP scoring except for a few changes.

· Points will be awarded for every race participated in based on finish times.

· Runners and Walkers will be scored together.

· You must be registered for the series before the race starts, any races that you participate in prior to registration will not count towards your points or ironing.

· To Iron for the year you must complete all races in the series in person or virtually.

· Virtual Races and Volunteering will count towards ironing but not overall points.

There will be awards for both Male and Female age groups, masters, grand masters and seniors categories! To qualify for the awards you must complete at least 5 races of the series in person.

Same rules apply as Grand Prix to earn your hoodie you must complete or volunteer at 10 races in the series!

Here are the 16 races with distances and dates:

One Hour Track Run: Jan 25th (Russellville, AR)

Valentines Day 5k: Feb 7th (Russellville, AR)

Kindness Classic 10k: March 7th (Danville, AR)

Pirate Dash 5k: Apr 25th (Dover, AR)

Yell Fest 4 Miler: May 9th (Dardanelle, AR)

Super Hero 5k: May 23rd (Russellville, AR) *not available on RSU

Mount Magazine 15k: May 30th (Havana, AR) *Part of Tri-Peaks Series

Peach Fest 4-Miler: July 18th (Clarksville, AR)

Danville Mtn. 5k: June 20th (Danville, AR) *Part of Tri-Peaks Series

Dover Pirate Basketball Run the Plank 5k: Sept 12th (Dover, AR)

Mt. Nebo Chicken Fried 10k: Aug 29th (Dardanelle, AR) *Part of Tri-Peaks Series

RVR Charity Run (Charity TBD): Oct 3rd (Dardanelle, AR)

Frontier Day 5k: Oct 17th (Plainview, AR)

Down Town Fall Fest 5k: Oct 31st (Russellville, AR)

City of Colleges Half Marathon: Oct. 24th (Conway, AR)

Talk Turkey to Me 5k Turkey Trot: Nov 28th (Russellville, AR)

RVR paid members will receive 10% off via RunSignUp registration IF your membership will be active throughout the series. It will automatically apply at check out.

Visit https://rivervalleyrunners.com/ to sign up for races and keep up with scoring and placement for the year.

Race History: The Valentine's Day 5K dates back to the 1980's when it was known as the "Serendipity Run". 1994 marked the race's first inclusion in the Arkansas RRCA Grand Prix Series.

Course Records:

Male Overall: Wayne Stanley - 15:14 (1992)

Female Overall: Leah Thorvilson - 17:14 (2010)

Male Masters: Tom Aspel - 15:52 (1996)

Female Masters: Jen Found - 20:05 (2022)

Course Description: The race starts and finishes at Doc Bryan Hall on ATU Campus. Awards will be given for Overall Male and Female Finishers, Masters, Grand Masters and Seniors as well as male and female age divisions 1-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+

Sweetheart Competition: A special feature of the Valentine's Day 5K is the chance to team up with a sweetheart for additional prizes! Runners have the option of entering with their spouse in the Married Sweethearts Division, or teaming up with a "friend" in the Unmarried Sweethearts Division. The finishing times for the two Sweethearts will be added together to compete against other couples' composite times. The Sweetheart competition is in additional to the male/female individual races and does not affect an individual's time, placing, or award in the overall race.

**Register before 11:59p CST 2/5 to be guaranteed a shirt and medal. Same Day registration is available from 7:30-8:30a day of the race and will be $40 (cash, check or Cash App will be accepted)

Packet Pick Up:

-We will have packet pick up available on 2/6 from 3:30-7:00p at Feltner's Athletes Corner in Russellville (2320 W Main St, Russellville, AR 72801)

-You can also pick up your packet day of the race starting at 7a at the start line, just look for the registration flags.

Runnersville REMIX: Walk & Run Ladies Training Camp — FREE

Runnersville is a FREE 10-week walking and running program for girls and women of all ages, abilities, and fitness levels. Whether you’re brand new, returning after time away, or working toward a personal goal, you’ll find encouragement, structure, and community every step of the way.

Our 2026 season begins Saturday, February 21, 2026, and leads participants toward a graduation 5K (3.1 miles) — the Chocolate & Diamonds 5K on May 2, 2026.

Participants train at their own pace in a welcoming, supportive environment where no one is left behind. Support roles are always welcome — cheering, encouraging, and helping build the Runnersville community is just as valued as training.

Who Can Participate

• Women of all experience levels (walkers, run-walkers, and runners)

• Girls in grades K–5 (Wonder Girls)

• Girls in grades 6–9 (Jr. Runnersville)

• Caregivers training with strollers

• In-person or virtual participants

Training Schedule

• Saturdays: 8:30 a.m.

• Wednesdays: 5:30 p.m.

• Training sessions last about 45–60 minutes

• Participants are encouraged to train three times per week (two group sessions + one homework workout)

Training is held at Russellville High School Cyclone Stadium, M.J. Hickey Park, and nearby locations. A virtual option is also available.

Training Groups

Participants may switch groups at any time.

• Wonder Girls (Grades K–5):

A fun, confidence-building program focused on movement, teamwork, and healthy habits. (Not a drop-off program. A parent or guardian must remain on site.)

• Jr. Runnersville (Grades 6–9):

Designed for older girls who want to build endurance, confidence, and consistency through walking, run-walk intervals, and running.

• Adult Training Groups:

• Fitness & Fun Walkers

• Competitive Walkers

• Pick Your Pace Runners & Run-Walkers

• Stroller Strutters: Walkers and runners of all paces training with little ones in strollers.

Stay Connected

Participants receive weekly emails with training plans and updates. Communication also happens through private Facebook groups and our communicaiton app.

Graduation Race

The Chocolate & Diamonds 5K for Ladies on Saturday, May 2, 2026, serves as our graduation event and is open to all females.

Race hosted by the River Valley Runners

•Kicks off the 2025 Grand Prix Season!

•Run on a standard 400 meter track

•Grand Prix Championship Event

•Two separate heats to decrease track congestion

• Day of race registration: $35.00

• Chili and all the fixin's will be provided

The first One Hour Track Run was held in 1983 as part of Grand Prix II. This run took place in Russellville at the Arkansas Tech University track. The One Hour Track Run was eliminated after one year as the Grand Prix was trimmed to a core of four races for most of the 1980's. Later incarnations of a One Hour Track Run were located in El Dorado and later Camden, Arkansas, and were a Grand Prix staple in the 1990's. After 1998, the One Hour Track Run ceased to be run until the Long Distance Running Committee decided to revive it as part of the 25th Running of the Grand Prix in 2006. Fittingly, the One Hour Track Run returned to Russellville for Grand Prix XXV, and was held at the Russellville High School Track.

The course is a standard, 400 meter track. Very Flat! Aid stations every 1/4 mile!

ONE HOUR TRACK RUN WILL BE AT Russellville High School, Russellville,AR 72802

ENHANCED SECURITY FROM RPD WILL BE PROVIDED DURING THE RACE AND IN THE PARKING LOTS

🏃‍♂️ Get Ready to Glow at the Possum Palooza Pie Chase! 🥧

Light up the night and run for a cause! Join us for the most unique race of the year, held in conjunction with Russellville’s first-ever Possum Palooza. Whether you're sprinting for a personal best or trotting for the pie, this is an event you won't want to miss.

📅 Event Details

Date: March 6th

Time: 7:00 PM CST 5k, the Kids Fun Run will begin at 6:30pm CST

Location: Downtown Russellville

Events: 5K Glow Run & Kids Fun Run

✨ What to Expect

Light up the course with your best neon gear and glow sticks! The Possum Palooza Pie Chase is a high-energy fundraiser for Main Street Russellville. Every step you take helps support our downtown and keeps our community events free all year long.

🐾 About Possum Palooza

Stay for the festival and experience the full "possum" experience! The day is packed with:

🥧 The Main Event: Pie baking contest, pie auction, and a pie-eating contest!

🎨 Creativity & Fun: Possum art contest, scavenger hunt, and a car show.

🎶 Entertainment: Live music, food trucks, and wildlife education.

💋 Kiss the Possum: Don't miss the "Kiss the Possum" competition featuring local stars!

🎟️ Join the Movement

Lace up your sneakers, grab your glow, and let’s chase some pie!

Proceeds are invested back into Downtown Russellville. Come out, support local, and celebrate the glory of the Possum Pie!

*register by 2/25 to guaranteed a race shirt and medal.

check in and Registration begins 2/6 in front of the Depot @5:30p-6:45p with the kids race kicking off at 6:30p, followed by the 5k at 7p.