Worst Race Ever

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Worst Race Ever 

Welcome to the Worst Race Ever, the 5K that proudly pokes fun at everything runners love to complain about. This year we’re celebrating both the fastest and slowest animals out there—because whether you’re racing like a cheetah or cruising like a sloth, you’ll probably still wonder, “Is this over yet?” Come run, walk, shuffle, or snack your way through the most fun you’ll ever have at the worst race in town.

Date: September 12, 2026

Time: Race starts at 7:00AM 

Location: Old Tiger Track (517 Tiger Blvd)

Cost: $35, registration at packet pickup is $45 (Race day registration is NOT available)

Shirt Size Guarantee Date: August 11, 2026 secure your spot prior to the date to lock in your shirt size. Everyone will receive a shirt and we do our best to predict race participation. Shirts are only guaranteed during packet pick-up dates. On Race Day, shirts are limited. 

course map

Please note that dogs are NOT allowed on the race course due to safety concerns.

Packet Pick-Up

Location: McLarty Daniel Buick GMC - 2517 SE Best Lane, Bentonville, AR 72712

Volunteer Information:

We need YOU as a Run Bentonville Volunteer! On race days we have volunteer opportunities as Course Marshals, Finish Line Help and our Ready For Anything Team.

Course Marshals  must be 18+ (or have supervision of an adult). Course marshals are responsible for keeping vehicles off of the course to keep the runners safe. This may mean helping drivers re-route to their destination away from the course, or simply holding traffic until the course reopens if there's not an alternate route available. Safety vests are required and are available at the Bentonville Community Center and each event if a volunteer doesn't own one. If you're interested in volunteering, check out our signup (coming soon)!

The race begins at 7:00am. Please allow yourself enough time to park and get to the starting area at Old Tiger Track. You may park in the Bentonville School Administration parking lot across from Old Tiger Track or in the parking lot at Thomas Jefferson Elementary School. The parking right by the track will not be available due to the start and finish line.