LETTER FROM THE RACE DIRECTOR
Thank you for participating in the Hogeye Marathon & Relays and Sunday FUNDay!
We are proud to be hosting the 49th Hogeye Marathon, the 9th year in Springdale. Every year since 1977, runners have traveled from across the country to participate in what was originally a course from Fayetteville to the“ small wide spot in the road” that was and is Hogeye, Arkansas. Through the years the Hogeye has given back, by raising & donating to other local charitable causes. In addition, Hogeye Events, Inc. continues to promote health and fitness using running & walking. Through the years other distances have been added including the relays, which have taken different forms. Many people count the Hogeye Marathon or Half Marathon as their very first, especially if they are from the Northwest Arkansas region.
I would like to personally thank so many for helping us show you what The Hogeye means by GO HOG WILD- starting with the race committee. It takes a considerable amount of time to serve in this capacity and our planning committee is made up of very accomplished folks who all have busy careers and lives. A most heartfelt thank you to them! I would also like to thank the City of Springdale for helping us provide a safe course, and a fun, scenic place to go for a run. The Springdale city services deserve praise for going the“ extra mile” to help make you feel safe and have the best experience.
Our volunteers are always top-notch, and I think you will notice as many before you have, these Northwest Arkansas people are pretty nice and downright exceptional. Thank you for giving of your time to help make The Hogeye amazing!
Last, but certainly not least, thank you to our incredible sponsors! Without the donation of your funds and resources, the 49th year of the Hogeye Marathon, and 28th year of the Hogeye Half Marathon would not be possible. Please thank your volunteers while you are enjoying the races. I hope you have a snout-full of fun and get that runners’ high from the The One For All!- The Hogeye! Please tell your friends we will be back in April 2026 with the 50th Anniversary version. Stay tuned for what we dream up to make it as memorable as possible. Run Happy! Tabby Holmes
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