Ghost-to-Gobble 5k & 1-Mile

After two incredible years, Ghost-to-Gobble is back for 2026 and bigger than ever! Co-hosted by UCA Physical Therapy and Exercise & Sport Science, this unique fall favorite brings together the community for a fun, festive event on UCA’s beautiful campus. Whether you are racing for a personal best, jogging with friends, walking with family, pushing a stroller, or simply coming out to enjoy the atmosphere, all are welcome at Ghost-to-Gobble.

Ghost-to-Gobble operates as a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit event. For the 2026 race, 10% of profits will benefit UCA Living Unleashed, a nonprofit organization that raises and trains highly skilled companion dogs through Canine Companions for Independence for individuals with disabilities. These dogs serve in life-changing roles as service, assistance, hearing, and facility dogs. Remaining proceeds directly support the UCA Physical Therapy and Exercise & Sport Science programs through student scholarships, research initiatives, national conference attendance, and free or low-cost therapy services for the community.

New in 2026:

• New distance announced at SoMa Mile June 5!
• New custom trophies for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Overall Male & Female for each race
• New age group awards
• FREE photos

Registration (NO REFUNDS due to event planning complexity)

We’re excited to partner with SoMa Main Street Mile on June 5 for our 2026 registration launch! A special ONE-DAY ONLY launch price will be available, but you must physically be present at SoMa to register at the Ghost-to-Gobble booth. https://runsignup.com/Race/AR/LittleRock/TheSoMaMainStreetMile 

1-Mile
Jun 6 – Aug 31: $15
Sep 1 – Oct 31: $20
Nov 1 – Nov 7: $25 
Finisher medal included (no shirt)

5K
Jun 6 – Aug 31: $20
Sep 1 – Oct 31: $25
Nov 1 – Nov 7: $35 
Finisher medal & event T-shirt (MUST register by Oct 2nd to guarantee shirt)

NEW DISTANCE ANNOUNCED SOON!
Jun 6 – Aug 31: 
Sep 1 – Oct 31: 
Nov 1 – Nov 7: 
Finisher medal & event T-shirt (MUST register by Oct 2nd to guarantee shirt)

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 (ID required!)

Wed, Nov 4 – UCA Buffalo Alumni Hall (11am – 6pm)
Thu, Nov 5 – UCA Buffalo Alumni Hall (11am – 6pm)
Race Day – 5:30–7:30am at Start Line
 

Parking

Windgate Center for Fine & Performing Arts: 2150 Bruce St. Conway, AR. 72035

Student Success & Veterans Resource Center: 302 Donaghey Ave. Conway, AR. 72035

Donaghey Hall: 244 Elizabeth St. Conway, AR. 72034

Bear Baseball Stadium: 2400 Bruce St. Conway, AR. 72034

-       There will be a home football game that afternoon, so parking may be difficult in this area.
 

Stay Connected

Find the Ghost-to-Gobble 5k event on Facebook and Instagram for event information and exciting updates!
Interested in sponsoring? Contact us!

Join fellow runners on November 7, 2026 for the Ghost-to-Gobble 5k & 1-Mile. It's a fantastic 1.6K, 5K featuring a flat and fast course in Conway.