Run2Remember

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 Logistics and Participant Information:

• -- Virtual Options: The event welcomes "spirit" or virtual runners and walkers. While these participants are not eligible for overall or age-group awards, they will receive an official finisher medal and event t-shirt.
• -- Age Group Categories: Competitive divisions include Under 14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, and Over 60.
• -- Awards: Medals are presented to the 1st overall male and female finishers, as well as the top three finishers in each of the seven age categories.
• -- Timing: Professional race timing is provided by Stearns Race Management to ensure accurate results for all chipped participants.
• -- T-Shirts: Size availability is guaranteed for all participants who register by the May 1 deadline.
• -- Registration: While online registration is available in advance, a registration booth is open on the morning of the race for last-minute entries.
• -- Community Support: The event is supported by various levels of military-ranked sponsorships, ranging from "Brigadier General" to "Command Sergeant Major" donors.
• -- Contact: For general inquiries or information regarding the Beck Center’s veteran services, contact the organization at 870-972-3326.

The Run2Remember 5K offers a fast, competitive environment for local athletes while directly supporting the reintegration and well-being of Arkansas military veterans.