There’s no shortage of year-round running, cycling and multi-sport races in Fayetteville, Arkansas to give active lifestyle lovers a chance to hit the city’s beautiful trails with plenty of other likeminded enthusiasts. However, when the race takes place during one of the prettiest times of year in one of the region’s most gorgeous locations—AND the event is designed for runners and walkers of all ages and abilities—taking part is a must.

For many people, training for and completing a half marathon is a life goal and the culmination of countless hours of commitment and hard work. Consider how much more challenging it would be to run that same half marathon wearing 40 to 60 pounds of additional weight, including a helmet and air tank—and you’ll have an idea of what a number of the toughest runners in the Hero Half Marathon fundraiser willingly undertake to benefit multiple deserving community organizations.

As you approach the Fayetteville’s 7^th Annual Hispanic Heritage Festival, you may have to decide if the best greeting is the sound of lively, irresistible music…or the tantalizing smells of mouth-watering Hispanic cuisine. Either way, we highly suggest making this friendly event for all ages a memorable part of your Friday afternoon on October 11 at 3 p.m.