Welcome to our Calendar of Events.
Arkansas Outside is NOT the owner or organizer of these events (unless otherwise noted). We aggregate these events into this one place to allow our readers a chance to see what outdoor recreation events are going on around the state. There is no need for FOMO when playing outside.
If you’re looking for a specific type of event you can use the following links:
- Running (Road & Trail)
- Cycling (Road, Mountain, Gravel, etc.)
- Multisport (Triathlon, Duathlon, Adventure Racing, etc.)
- Paddling (Kayak, Canoe, Raft, Tubing, etc.)
- Climbing (Rocks, not trees)
- Trail Love Days (Volunteer Opportunities)
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Ghost-to-Gobble 5k & 1-Mile
After an incredibly successful inaugural race in 2024, we’re thrilled to bring the Ghost-to-Gobble 5k back for 2025…bigger, bolder, and even more festive! This year, we’re thrilled to announce that Special Olympics Arkansas will be the recipient of 10% of all profits from this event! Also this year, we’re excited to add a family-friendly 1-mile fun run and Best Costume Award! Whether you show up in your spookiest Halloween gear, your best turkey trot outfit, or even a holiday sweater for you Christmas-in-July folk, you’ll join hundreds of runners racing through UCA’s beautiful campus, cheered on every step of the way.
New in 2025:
1-Mile Fun Run (great for kids & families)
Best Costume Awards – Individual & Group
Registration (No Refunds)
1-Mile
Sept 1 – Sept 30: $15
Oct 1 – Oct 31: $20
Nov 1 (Race Day): $25
Finisher medal included (no shirt)
5K
Sept 1 – Sept 30: $25
Oct 1 – Oct 31: $35
Nov 1 (Race Day): $45
Finisher medal & guaranteed event T-shirt if registered by Oct 3rd
Awards for Top 3 Overall Males & Females
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!)
Friday, Oct 31 – UCA Doyne Health Science Center (11am – 6pm)
Race Day – 6:00–7:30am at Start Line
Race Day Schedule (subject to change)
6:00 – 7:30am: Packet Pick-Up / Registration
7:45am: Pre-race announcements
7:50am: National Anthem with UCA ROTC Color Guard
8:00am: 5K Start
8:30am: Awards Ceremony
9:00-10:00am: Empire Yoga
9:00am: 1-Mile Start
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.
Proceeds & Impact
Your registration supports:
10% to Special Olympics Arkansas
Remaining funds split between UCA Exercise & Sport Science & Physical Therapy Departments, funding:
– Research & scholarships
– National conferences
– Free community therapy services
– Student events (graduation, orientation, social)
Stay Connected
Find the Ghost-to-Gobble 5k event on Facebook and Instagram for event information and exciting updates!
Interested in sponsoring? Contact us!
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