Groundhog 5K
Join us on 01/31/2026
(race date estimated)
Groundhog 5K Race Description
Are you ready to run towards your shadow or run from it?
Join us for Springdale Parks and Recreation’s 2nd Annual Groundhog 5K!!!
Must register by December 31st to guarantee a T-shirt.
Register online at Race Wizard
The 5K race will take place at our scenic J.B. Hunt Park, starting on the J.B. Hunt Park Loop, crossing onto the Razorback Greenway, before finishing back on the J.B. Hunt Park Loop.
Adjusted course map coming soon!
Finishers' medal included with registration. Packet Pickup: Thursday, January 29th (8 a.m.-6 p.m.) and Friday, January 30th (8 a.m.-4 p.m.), Springdale Recreation Center, 1906 Cambridge St., Springdale. Packet pickup is also available morning of the race, up until 30 minutes before the start of the race.
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Groundhog 5K Where & When
- Location: J.B. Hunt Park, 2003 Fleming Drive, Springdale, AR, Springdale, AR 72762
- Race Date: 2026/01/31 08:00:00 AM (Saturday)
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