Hope for the Holiday Half Marathon
Race Day Weather
Cool start, gradual warm-up
Runners will face temperatures starting at 39°F and gradually rising to 44°F by race end. With light winds under 9 mph, conditions are manageable, but runners should remain mindful of the 61% humidity. Given the cool temperatures, pacing can remain steady, but hydration should be prioritized, especially as the race progresses. A light throwaway layer may be beneficial during pre-race, as the feels-like temperature dips to 33°F.
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Race Info
The Hope for the Holiday Half Marathon and 5K runs each December in Batesville, Arkansas, in memory of Garrett Yeager. Both distances start in the Eagle Mountain neighborhood. The half marathon continues to Lyon College, where runners cover a three-quarter-mile trail section, then returns to Eagle Mountain on country roads and the main highway. Proceeds benefit Special Olympics of Independence County and New Hope Refuge.
