Hero Half Marathon
Race Day Weather
Cool start, warm finish
Runners will face a temperature rising from 55°F at the start to 72°F by the finish, with average humidity at 66%. Winds will be light but may gust up to 28 mph, which could impact pacing. To optimize performance, runners should start conservatively and focus on hydration as temperatures increase.
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Race Info
The Hero Half Marathon is an annual half marathon, quarter marathon, and 5K held in Fayetteville, Arkansas, benefiting The Spark Foundation and the Fayetteville Firefighters' IAFF Local 2866. First held in 2014, the race includes a Firefighter Challenge division in which active-duty firefighters run the half marathon course in full bunker gear. The 2026 edition is scheduled for Saturday, October 17.
