Ghost-to-Gobble 5K
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Ghost-to-Gobble 2026
Ghost-to-Gobble takes place on November 7, 2026 at the University of Central Arkansas campus in Conway, AR (201 Donaghey Ave). The event includes three chip-timed running distances.
- 1 Mile
- 5K
- 8K
The 5K course is USATF certified and passes UCA landmarks such as Estes Stadium, Reynolds Performance Hall, Harding Fountain, Old Main, and Stone Dam Creek. Wheelchairs and assistive devices are welcome; bikes and pets are not allowed. There is one aid station, and medical coverage is provided by Conway Fire Department and UCA athletic trainers.
Ghost-to-Gobble is a registered 501(c)(3). Ten percent of event profits will benefit UCA Living Unleashed / Canine Companions for Independence. Remaining proceeds support UCA Physical Therapy and Exercise & Sport Science programs through scholarships, research, conference attendance, and community therapy services.
New features for 2026 include the added 8K distance, custom overall trophies for the top three male and female finishers in each race, new age-group awards, free photos, and a referral refund incentive (refer five friends, receive a $15 refund; friends must complete registration; refunds capped at $30). Registration is nonrefundable.
Registration tiers: 1 Mile - Jun 6–Aug 31 $15; Sep 1–Oct 31 $20; Nov 1–Nov 7 $25. Medal included; no giveaway shirt for 1 mile. 5K - Jun 6–Aug 31 $25; Sep 1–Oct 31 $35; Nov 1–Nov 7 $45. Medal and event T-shirt; register by Oct 9 to guarantee shirt. 8K - Jun 6–Aug 31 $35; Sep 1–Oct 31 $45; Nov 1–Nov 7 $55. Medal and event T-shirt; register by Oct 9 to guarantee shirt.
Packet pick-up (ID required) is at UCA Buffalo Alumni Hall on Wed, Nov 4 and Thu, Nov 5 from 11am-6pm, and on race day at the start line from 5:30-7:30am. Several campus and nearby lots are listed for parking; a home football game that afternoon may make parking more difficult. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
