The Run2Remember 5K is an annual athletic event held on the campus of Arkansas State University to benefit the Beck Center for Veterans. Scheduled for Saturday, May 23, 2026, the race is staged at the Lieutenant Colonel Frederick C. Turner Jr. Military Science Building. The event serves as a fundraiser to support the Beck Center’s mission of providing academic rehabilitation, benefit counseling, and mental health support for combat-wounded veterans and their families. The 5K course is noted for being fast and flat, utilizing the low-traffic streets within the university grounds.
| Event Schedule | Time | Location | Host Organization |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day-of Registration | 7:00 AM | Turner Military Science Bldg | Beck Center for Veterans |
| 5K Race Start | 8:00 AM | Arkansas State University | Beck Center for Veterans |
| Awards Ceremony | Post-Race | Turner Military Science Bldg | Beck Center for Veterans |
Event Logistics and Participant Information:
The Run2Remember 5K offers a fast, competitive environment for local athletes while directly supporting the reintegration and well-being of Arkansas military veterans.
May 23, 2026
Distance — 5km
Type — Running
08:00
$28.74
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for May in Jonesboro.
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