Worst Race Ever
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Event overview
Worst Race Ever is a themed 5K run held in Bentonville, Arkansas at Old Tiger Track (517 Tiger Blvd). The event is presented as a chip-timed race; the timing chip is attached to the race bib and runners are asked not to remove it. The theme of the event playfully references family members who call short races "marathons" and incorporates those elements into the race experience. Dogs are not allowed on the race course for safety reasons.
Logistics and what to expect
Registration cost is listed as $35, with on-site or packet-pickup registration at a higher fee ($45). Registrants who register by August 12, 2026 are guaranteed a shirt. Race packets include a shirt, a bib with the timing chip, and additional items; a finisher medal is provided at the finish for participants who complete the event. A course map is available online. Packet pickup takes place at McLarty Daniel Buick GMC with sessions on September 3 and September 4. Parking for race day is noted at nearby school lots rather than at the track; the lot immediately beside the track is not available because of the start and finish setup. Volunteers are requested for course marshaling and distributing finisher medals. Sponsors include local businesses such as McLarty Daniel Buick GMC, Mulkey Law Firm, Junk Headbands, Whataburger, and Niagara Bottling. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
