Need to switch your distance? Racers can change to a shorter or longer distance to match their current fitness and ability. For example, if you’re currently registered for the marathon, you can switch to the half-marathon, Relay — and vice versa.
Changing your distance is quick and easy. Simply log in to your RunSignup account and transfer to a different category. The registration fee already paid will be credited toward the new registration. You may also switch races on-site at packet pickup if space is available, but we highly recommend switching online beforehand.
Please be aware that, if you switch your distance, the difference in race fees is non-refundable.
Fort Smith Marathon – Transfers and Deferrals Policy
Transfers:
If you are unable to participate in the Fort Smith Marathon after registering, you have the option to transfer your registration to another individual. Please note the following details for transfers:
- Deadline: All transfer requests must be completed by March 15th.
- No Refunds: There are no refunds for any reason. Transfer requests do not qualify for a refund of registration fees.
- Transfer Limits:
- Registrations may not be transferred more than once.
- Individuals who have deferred from the previous year’s race may not transfer their registration.
- The transfer cannot be canceled once it has been submitted.
- Responsibility: The Fort Smith Marathon does not assist in finding individuals to receive a transfer.
- Deadline for Transfer: March 15th.
Deferrals:
If you're unable to race and wish to defer your entry to the 2026 Fort Smith Marathon, you can do so by following the deferral process:
- Deferral Discount: You will receive a 50% discount on your original registration fee for the following year’s race.
- Deferral Code: You will be issued a discount code to use when registering for the 2026 event.
- Non-Transferable: The deferral code is non-transferable and can only be used by the person who originally deferred.
- Deadline: Deferrals must be requested via email to the Race Director before March 1st.
- No Deferrals at Expo: Deferrals cannot be processed at the race expo.
Please be aware that deferrals cannot be transferred to another individual.
Fort Smith Marathon – Race Guidelines and Cancellation Policy
Race Guidelines:
- Marathon: Participants must be 16 years of age or older to register for the marathon.
- Half Marathon: Participants must be 12 years of age or older to register for the half marathon.
- Course Time Limit: The race has an 8-hour time limit with a rolling course closure. This means the course will progressively close as participants reach certain checkpoints, so please be mindful of the time.
Cancellation Policy:
The Fort Smith Marathon is committed to providing a safe environment for all participants and volunteers. In the event of adverse weather conditions, the following policies may be enforced:
- Race Cancellation or Modification: If weather conditions pose a danger to participants, the Fort Smith Marathon reserves the right to cancel or modify the race.
- Extreme Weather: Extreme weather conditions are recognized as an “act of God,” and these will not result in a refund of race registration fees or future race credits.
- Consultation with Authorities: Public safety officials and medical authorities will be consulted before any race cancellation or modification is made.
- City of Fort Smith Impact: If city officials, outside the control of the Fort Smith Marathon, prevent the race from taking place, the same no-refund policy will apply.
- Personal Responsibility: By entering the event, participants assume personal responsibility for the risks associated with running or walking in an outdoor race.
Please note, the Fort Smith Marathon cannot be held liable for any cancellations or modifications due to circumstances beyond its control.
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