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Come and join us on Thursday, November 28, 2024, at the Lieutenant Colonel Frederick C. Turner Jr. Military Science Building on the beautiful campus of Arkansas State University for the […]
Join the RedDog Club on Thursday, November 28 to support the Springdale High School Bulldog Football program. This race event features a 5K, and 1 mile fun run. All races begin at Turnbow Park, […]
Join us for the 10th Annual Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot 5k & Gobble Wobble Kids Mile benefitting the United Way of Central Arkansas. The tradition continues in Conway on Thanksgiving morning, and we […]
Join us for the 2nd Annual Cabot Turkey Trot—a community event that we hope will become your new Thanksgiving Day tradition! This 3-mile family-friendly fun run and walk is the […]
Gobbler Turkey Trot – NEW Location for 2024! This Thanksgiving, join us at the NEW location for the 13th Annual Gobbler Turkey Trot, hosted by Rock City Running at the MARKET PLACE SHOPPING CENTER, 11121 N. […]
Earn that Thanksgiving Day stuffing by bringing the whole family and all your friends out to participate in the Thanksgiving morning turkey trot 5K in scenic and historic Hot Springs […]
Join us for a new family tradition! Before you gather to eat, gather to move with your feet! This family friendly event has something for every. Beginning at Ozark Natural […]
Held every Thanksgiving morning, our Turkey Trot for Heroes 5K is an exciting event that garners the full support of local runners, running organizations, and our communities. In addition to […]
(You may run, walk, hop, skip, jump, or crawl for as long as you want within the time limit, and stop whenever you have had enough fun.) Location Sunset Lake, […]
You don't want to miss your only opportunity to walk or run through our region's biggest and best Christmas display! This unique, family-friendly event features over 450,000 lights and attractions. […]
3 Bridges Marathon – Saturday, December 9, at 7:00 a.m. River Mountain Park/ Two Rivers Bridge – 4468 River Mountain Road, Little Rock, AR See separate tab regarding the following Event Policies. […]
The annual Reindeer Run/Walk 5K is a project of and benefits the Vilonia Lions Club. The live road race starts and ends at the Vilonia Softball Complex. There will be […]
Join us for a day of fun and fitness at the first annual UCAPS Santa Paws 5k/10K race and one mile fun run in December 7th! Whether you're an avid […]
3rd Annual Diamond Jingle 5K Color Run -- Join us on December 2nd here in Murfreesboro, AR for the 2024 Diamond Jingle 5K Color Run! This 5K was created to […]
The race is being held to honor the memory of Garrett Yeager beloved friend, son, brother, and father. All proceeds will be donated in his memory to Special Olympics of […]
Four distances to choose from...half marathon, 10K, 5K and fun run. The race will visit some of Fayetteville's most unique spots. There are also virtual options. Entry Fees are Priced […]
Shangri La is located 25 miles west of Hot Springs and 12 miles east of Mount Ida off of Hwy 270. You will turn onto Shangri-La Drive and make the […]
This holiday run will be held at Ben Geren Regional Park in Fort Smith. Start and Finish will be at the Ben Geren Community Safe Shelter. Timed by Jaymax Race Timing. This run will benefit Project Compassion's Hearts […]
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc was founded December 4, 1906 on an ICE COLD Tuesday. The Brothers of Epsilon Alpha Lambda of Conway, Arkansas are hosting the Inaugural Founders Day […]
Be There with Bells On! Help keep the tradition going strong by jingling with your family and friends at the Arthritis Foundation's Jingle Bell Run. Wear your favorite holiday costume […]
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Our goal at ArkansasOutside.com is to provide information on outdoor recreation throughout Arkansas. We specialize in participatory sports like running, cycling, paddle sports, climbing, hiking.
