Ghost-to-Gobble 5k & 1-Mile
Sat November 7, 2026
Conway, AR 72035 US
After an incredibly successful inaugural race in 2024, we’re thrilled to bring the Ghost-to-Gobble 5k back for 2025…bigger, bolder, and even more festive! This year, we're thrilled to announce that Special Olympics Arkansas will be the recipient of 10% of all profits from this event! Also this year, we’re excited to add a family-friendly 1-mile fun run and Best Costume Award! Whether you show up in your spookiest Halloween gear, your best turkey trot outfit, or even a holiday sweater for you Christmas-in-July folk, you’ll join hundreds of runners racing through UCA’s beautiful campus, cheered on every step of the way.
New in 2025:
- 1-Mile Fun Run (great for kids & families)
- Best Costume Awards – Individual & Group
Course: The USATF-certified 5K course winds through UCA landmarks (Estes Stadium, Reynolds Performance Hall, Harding Fountain, Old Main, Stone Dam Creek). Wheelchairs/assistive devices welcome. Bikes & pets not allowed. 1 aid station, Conway FD & UCA AT coverage.
Packet Pick-Up: Friday, Oct 31 – UCA Doyne Health Science Center (11am – 6pm). Race Day – 6:00–7:30am at Start Line.
Race Day Schedule (subject to change):
- 6:00 – 7:30am: Packet Pick-Up / Registration
- 7:45am: Pre-race announcements
- 7:50am: National Anthem with UCA ROTC Color Guard
- 8:00am: 5K Start
- 8:30am: Awards Ceremony
- 9:00am: 1-Mile Start
Proceeds & Impact: 10% to Special Olympics Arkansas. Remaining funds split between UCA Exercise & Sport Science & Physical Therapy Departments.
