Arkansas Rasta Fest

OCT
24
2026
A one-day festival in North Little Rock on October 24, 2026 with 5K and 10K races, a new Kids Dash, virtual options, vendors, and a $20,000 fundraising goal for mental health programs.
Sat 24 Oct 2026
10 kilometers 5 kilometers

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Arkansas Rasta Fest + 5K & 10K Run/Walk

The Arkansas Rasta Fest + 5K & 10K Run/Walk is the sixth annual, one-day festival held on October 24, 2026 in North Little Rock at Willow St. and Riverfront Drive, AR 72114. The event combines running with community activities and cultural programming aimed at promoting mental health, wellness, unity, and community empowerment.

The event program includes these race options:

  • 5K
  • 10K

Additional offerings listed for the day include a newly added Kids Dash, a virtual 5K and 10K option, vendor spaces, food truck participation, and spaces for organizations and businesses. All participants receive a large Arkansas Rasta medallion.

The organizing foundation states a community-focused mission built on the values Respect. Uplift. Navigate. The event aims to raise $20,000 to support foundation initiatives such as wellness programs, community outreach, mental health awareness activities, youth engagement, and resources for individuals and families. Sponsors named for 2025-26 include Be Fit Training, Baptist Health Community Outreach, Drug Emporium, Rock City Running, Fleet Feet Little Rock, Direct Customs, and Angel’s Luxuries.

Information published for the event lists registration options and participation categories, as well as opportunities for vendors, sponsors, and community partners. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

10 km
10k Run/walk
5 km
5k Run/walk
Kids Dash
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