Conway, AR
Sunday, February 8, 2026
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Don't waste months of training only to run the wrong pace.
Papa Loco Marathon Pace Bands are adjusted for the specific terrain of the course, your goal time and pacing strategies.
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Race Dates
2027: TBDCourse Information
Profile: Mostly FlatRace Day Weather
Mean Temp.: 41°F (5°C)PR Score & Course Score
PR Score: 99.08Race Size
2026: 41 FinishersBQ Percentages
2026: 7.3%Miscellaneous Information
Pace Groups?: No
Race Day Temperatures |
High: 59°F (15°C) |
Race Start Conditions |
38°F (3°C) |
PR Score |
99.08 |
Course Score |
99.08 |
The Papa Loco Marathon was the 454th largest marathon in the U.S. in 2025 based on the number of finishers. In 2024, it ranked as the 504th largest marathon in the U.S..
In 2026, 7.3% of Papa Loco Marathon finishers have achieved Boston Marathon qualifying times. In 2025, 9.3% of finishers qualified for the Boston Marathon.
Based on its percentage of Boston Qualifiers (BQs), the Papa Loco Marathon ranked 150th among marathons in the U.S. in 2025 and currently ranks 99th so far in 2026. In Arkansas, it ranked 3rd in 2025 and 1st so far in 2026. These rankings provide a useful benchmark for comparing the Papa Loco Marathon with other Boston Marathon qualifying races.
The Papa Loco Marathon has a Course Score of 99.08, ranking it as the 203rd fastest marathon course in the U.S. and the 3rd fastest marathon course in Arkansas.
Typical race-time temperature and humidity levels are within the ideal range for optimal marathon performance. Combined with the course profile, this gives the Papa Loco Marathon a PR Score of 99.08. The PR Score ranks the Papa Loco Marathon as the 150th best marathon in the U.S. for running a Personal Record (PR) and the 3rd best marathon for a PR in Arkansas.
Together, these rankings provide a quick snapshot of how the Papa Loco Marathon compares with other marathons in the U.S. and Arkansas for speed, PR potential, Boston Marathon qualifying success, and overall participation.
Max Elevation: 340 feet (103m)
Min Elevation: 288 feet (87m)
Elevation Gain: 445 feet (135m)
Elevation Loss: 445 feet (135m)
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