Capital City Classic 10K

       

Markham Street, Downtown Little Rock

All participants in both the kid's mile and the 10K will receive finisher's medals!  

Due to ongoing construction around the Capitol we had to make a few modifications to the course this year, but we are extremely about the changes!  They include the following:

• Looping around McArthur Park and the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts.
• Going through the heart of SoMa on Main St.
• Making the final turn onto W. Capitol in front of the Capitol Building rather than going around it.

The 2024 race will offer $5,000 in prize money!  The top 5 male and female finishers will receive $1,000, $600, $450, $300 and $150 each.  Complimentary entries and possible travel assistance will be provided to athletes that have recently demonstrated the ability to run sub 33:00 (M) or sub 38:00 (F).  Interested athletes can contact littlerockroadrunners@gmail.com for more information. 

We offer a FREE kids race immediately preceding the start of the 10K at 7:30 AM.  The kids race is an out-and-back course that goes over the Broadway Bridge, which will be closed to all traffic.  Registration is open to anyone up to the age of 14 years old, and parents are welcome to run or walk with their child if needed.  All participants will receive a t-shirt and medal!

Bring what you need with you on race morning! We'll have a bag check at the start line starting at 6:00 AM near the start area at the corner of Markham & Broadway. Just drop off your belongings, and we’ll meet you near the finish line to pick up your bag when you’re done. It’s a great spot to meet up with your family and friends too and celebrate your achievement.

A few guidelines to keep in mind when checking your gear on race day:

• All bags must be checked into Gear Check prior to the start of the race. A clear bag will be provided.
• Luggage bags, oversized or overnight items, loose articles, or any non-clear bags will not be accepted at Gear Check.
• Do not check valuable items such as medication, jewelry, cell phones, cameras, electronic devices, etc.
• You must show your bib number when dropping off and picking up your gear.
• The event is not responsible for lost, stolen or damaged items.
• All bags must be picked up by 11:00 a.m. on race day.
• If you do not pick up your bag by the 11 a.m. deadline, you must email info@blueandyoufitnesschallenge-ark.com to arrange alternate pick-up.
• Any bags not claimed by Friday, April 12 will be donated to Goodwill.

Gear check made possible by the 2024 Blue & You Fitness Challenge.

The AC Hotel in downtown Little Rock has discounted rates of $129/night from Friday, March 29th through Sunday, March 31st.  The rates will remain available until the hotel block is filled.  Located just steps away from the finish line and less than a 1/2 mile from the start line, it's the perfect spot to stay during race weekend!    

Book your group rate for Capital City Classic 10K

Packets will be available for pickup from 10 AM to 6PM on Friday at Rock City Running.  We highly encourage participants to pick up their package the day before the race, but pickup will also be available on race day beginning at 6:15 AM.  

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