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Who We Are: Healthy Kids Running Series is a five (5) week running program in the spring and fall for kids Pre-K through 8th grade. Each HKRS Series takes place once a week and offers age-appropriate running events including the 50 & 75 yard dashes, the 1/4 mile, the 1/2 mile and the 1 mile run. […]
The Arkansas Traveller is one of the oldest 100 miles races there is, already having 32 runnings under our belt(buckle). What makes the AT100 so unique among the many ultras today is the combination of volunteer support from many in the running community and beyond, the beautiful scenery of the Ouachita Trail and Forest Service […]
Come run and/or walk the beautiful streets of downtown El Dorado, Arkansas and surrounding areas for this challenging, but fun 5K/10K! Join us for the 6th annual MusicFest 5K/10K. We are hoping for rain-free conditions and even a bigger turnout than 2023! Late registration will be 7-7:30am on Oct 5. Race will begin at 7:35 […]
The 2nd Annual Rogers, AR Run for Resilience Ostomy 5k will be held on Saturday, October 5, 2024 in celebration of Ostomy Awareness Day. This family friendly event will include lots of fun and laughter, a kid's run, music and celebration so be sure to bring your entire family! All proceeds benefit the United Ostomy Associations of […]
The Get Downtown Festival Races include a 10k, 5k & Doggie Dash. The 10k and 5k will take place on the 8 Mile Creek Trail in Paragould, Arkansas. NEW THIS YEAR is the FASTEST KID IN TOWN RACE Sponsored by PMU with the Fastest Internet in Town. All racers are congratulated with a fresh cinnamon […]
Run or walk your way to the Rison in the Fall Festival! We have a 5K and 1-Mile Walk option for you to choose from! This event is sponsored by Absolute Health. It serves as the official kick off for the festival, which will include a free concert from global entertainer, musician and actor CHARLES […]
Fall Festival 5K 2024: Step Forward for the Future! Join us for the Fall Festival 5K 2024 on October 12th, 2024! This event welcomes everyone, from seasoned runners to families looking for a fun day. Proceeds will support the 2024 race due to short notice of taking over the director position of the race this […]
The Hero Half Marathon is a fundraising race and community event hosted by The Spark Foundation in partnership with Fayetteville Firefighters’ IAFF – Local 2866. Race proceeds benefit organizations that meet important community needs, increase fitness opportunities for the community, and make Fayetteville and Arkansas a great place to live, work, and play. The Spark […]
Who We Are: Healthy Kids Running Series is a five (5) week running program in the spring and fall for kids Pre-K through 8th grade. Each HKRS Series takes place once a week and offers age-appropriate running events including the 50 & 75 yard dashes, the 1/4 mile, the 1/2 mile and the 1 mile run. […]
Lace up those running shoes and join us for the 3rd Annual Rocky Comfort Pecan Festival! Get your morning started right with a costume 5K fun run through downtown Foreman. Come for the race and stay for the vendors, live music, classic car show, cornhole tournament, costume pet parade, and SO much more! Registration for […]
This is an all-weather event. Registration fees are non-refundable. In case of thunderstorms, the race will be delayed or made virtual. The cash prizes will not be awarded if the race is made virtual. Please join our FB page for event updates. Did You Know? On December 31, 2010, thousands of red-winged blackbirds mysteriously fell […]
On October 19th, Mountain Home High School and Junior High Cross Country will be hosting its annual Run With The Bulls fundraiser! Proceeds will benefit MHHS and MHJH Cross Country teams. All participants such as runners, walkers, strollers, dogs, etc are welcome! There will be both 5k and 1 mi Fun Run races. 5k Registrants […]
Join us for the annual Spooky Sprint 5k/10k & Half Marathon! A fun, Halloween-themed event that is perfect for the whole family. The fun includes - Great Swag - designer shirt & custom medal Chip-timing with live results and awards Free photos Delicious Treats waiting at the finish line Plenty of fun! Grab your friends […]
Who We Are: Healthy Kids Running Series is a five (5) week running program in the spring and fall for kids Pre-K through 8th grade. Each HKRS Series takes place once a week and offers age-appropriate running events including the 50 & 75 yard dashes, the 1/4 mile, the 1/2 mile and the 1 mile run. […]
Prepare yourself to run (or walk) for your lives! This will be a charity 5k with all proceeds going to Lucky Dawg Rescue Inc. This will be taking place on Sunday, October 20th. There will be vendors there starting at 1pm, a dog and dog/human duo costume contest at 2pm, and the run will start […]
17-Mile and 13-Mile Trail Run in Hot Springs National Park Saturday, October 26, 2024 NEW: For UTS-Lite you run the shorter 13-mile course. Registration is required. We ask if you registered but will not come, please un-register (or contact us) so we don't waste a slot. Registration is free. There will be a donation can […]
100 mile Friday November 1st-7am-Haw Creek Falls 50 mile Saturday November 2nd-6am-Indian Creek TH This run is extremely difficult. The Ozark Highland's Trail is a national scenic trail marked with white blazes for the main trail and blue blazes for spurs. Do not count on flagging. It will be minimal if any. We are going […]
Half marathon, 10K, 5K and Fun Run running festival. The half marathon distance will take runners through the city and into the countryside on the streets of Conway, Arkansas. Runners will experience the beauty of the UCA campus with tons of cheering students along the routes. Come enjoy a beautiful fall day with the start/finish […]
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