Worst Race Ever
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Worst Race Ever
Worst Race Ever is a timed, chipped 5K scheduled for September 12, 2026, at Old Tiger Track, 517 Tiger Blvd, Bentonville, Arkansas. The event intentionally highlights and parodies common race annoyances; this year’s theme references family members who call a 5K a "marathon."
The event is described as a chip-timed 5K. Dogs are not allowed on the race course for safety reasons. Registration lists a base cost of $35, with on-site or packet-pickup registration listed at $45. Registration by August 12, 2026, is noted as the deadline to guarantee a race shirt.
Packet pickup is scheduled at McLarty Daniel Buick GMC, 2517 SE Best Lane, on September 3 and September 4 with posted pickup hours. Race packets include a shirt, a bag of items, and a race bib with an attached timing chip; the bib should be worn on the front and visible during the race. A finisher medal is mentioned as part of the event; food availability is not guaranteed. Parking near the track will not be available on race day; participants are directed to other nearby school parking lots.
Volunteers are requested to serve as course marshals and to help distribute finisher medals at the finish area. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
