Growing Minds Foundation 5K

OCT
3
2026
The Growing Minds Foundation 5K supports medical scholarships for children in need. Runners and walkers start and finish at Pocahontas's Black River Overlook Park. After the race, enjoy the Fall Festival with live music, food, and family activities.
Sat 3 Oct 2026
5 kilometers

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About the Event

This is the fourth annual Growing Minds Foundation Fall Festival 5K. It is a walk or run event supporting the Growing Minds Foundation, a non-profit that provides medical scholarships to children with disabilities and complex medical needs in Northeastern Arkansas.

Event Details

The main race is a 5K event. There is also a virtual 5K participation option.

Location and Course

The event takes place in Pocahontas, Arkansas. The course starts and finishes at Black River Overlook Park, located across the highway from First Horizon Bank.

What's Included

Participants receive a finisher's medal, a T-shirt (subject to registration by a posted deadline), and race day swag. Additional medals are awarded to overall winners and age group winners.

Post-Race Festival

The race is part of the Growing Minds Foundation Fall Festival, which follows the event. The festival includes a Splash & Dash fun run, food trucks, live music, and a color blast foam party. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km
The Growing Minds Foundation 5k
The Growing Minds Foundation 5k Virtual Participation