Goblin Run 5K & Goblin Kids Run Run

Calling all ghosts, pirates, divas, ballerinas and all kinds of characters to join us for the Goblin Run in Downtown Bentonville! Our annual 5k is a fun and festive race – perfect for the entire family. You don’t want to miss it! The race begins and ends in Downtown Bentonville.
Please note that dogs are not allowed on the race course due to safety concerns.
***Register by September 24, 2026 to guarantee your shirt***
When: Saturday, October 24, 2026
Cost: $35; registration at packet pickup is $45
Race Times: 5K - 7:30am; Kids Run - Immediately after last 5K finishers (~8:30am)
Location: Downtown Bentonville Square, Bentonville, AR
Course Maps: 5K Map | Kids Run
What Do You Get: All runners receive a race shirt and finisher medal! Prizes are available for the BEST Costume! *Must be present to win.
Registration fees
Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees
Goblin Run 5K
Price changes in 9 months 9 days-
Timed 5K Run includes a Spooooky shirt and medal.
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Register for Goblin Run 5K$39.09
$35 plus $4.09 processing fee
Now registering Aug 8 – Oct 21 -
$49.69
$45 plus $4.69 processing fee
Oct 22 – Oct 24
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Kids Fun Run
Price changes in 9 months 9 days-
Kids Half Mile fun run includes a shirt.
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Register for Kids Fun Run$17.89
$15 plus $2.89 processing fee
Now registering Aug 8 – Oct 21 -
$23.19
$20 plus $3.19 processing fee
Oct 22 – Oct 24
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Packet Pickup Information
Location: McLarty Daniel Buick GMC (2517 SE Best Lane)
October 22: 8:00am-6:00pm
October 23: 8:00am-6:00pm
Award Info
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Course Information

Volunteers
Race Day Information
The race begins at 7:30am. Please allow yourself enough time to park and get to the starting area in Downtown Bentonville. There are several free public parking lots throughout the downtown area. The Kids Fun Run will take place immediately following the finish of the 5K.
Your race packet contains your shirt, but it also contains a couple of important articles for your race participation...your race bib with your race number that's been assigned to you. *New: Your timing chip is attached to your bib, and does not need to be removed. Do not remove your timing chip from your bib. Your race number should be affixed to the front of your outermost layer with the safety pins provided. Please be sure your bib is visible when you race!
Contact information
- Event contact
- Run Bentonville
- Website
- Visit website