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Toad Suck Daze 10k/5k Run and Tadpole Trot

Clark Auditorium 2300 Prince St., Conway, United States

We are so excited to announce the 43rd Annual Toad Suck Daze 10k and 5k Race for the Kiwanis Club of Conway. We would also like to thank our co-presenting […]

5th Annual Loaf & Sole 5k

Genesis Church 205 MLK Blvd, Fayetteville, United States

Join us for the 5th annual The Loaf and Sole 5k! Loafie has left his padawan days behind and has ascended to the rank of master in fighting food insecurity. […]

Bryant Rotary Duck Derby Dash 5k

Mills Park 1003 Mills Park Road, Bryant, United States

Duck Derby Dash 5K sponsored by Entergy! Join us for this flat and fast double loop race at Mills Park in Bryant. All proceeds benefit the Bryant Rotary Kids Closet, […]

32nd Annual Mayhawlin’ 5K

Newton House Museum 510 N. Jackson, El Dorado, United States

Join us for the 32nd Annual Mayhawlin' 5K Run and Walk! This race is sponsored by Murphy USA and hosted by the South Arkansas Historical Preservation Society. This year's race […]

Mount Magazine Trail Run

Mount Magazine State Park Visitor Center Greenfield Recreation Area, Havana, AR, United States

Magazine is home to magnificent bluffs which make for breathtaking scenery, provide spectacular views, and make it popular for hang gliders and climbers alike. Magazine also offers numerous trails for […]

Miles for Mary Ann

Two Rivers Park 6722 Two Rivers Park Road, Little Rock, AR, United States

This is a special Run/Walk event to remember our friend, Mary Ann Hansen.  We will be meeting at Two Rivers Park. The course will progress along the River Trail around […]

Feel the Burn Trail Runs

Burns Park - Boy Scout Trailhead 4700 Joe K. Poch Dr,, North Little Rock, AR, United States

The Feel The Burn Trail Runs include 10K, 30K, and 50K distances through the dense yet scenic forests of Burns Park, located in North Little Rock, Arkansas. This year we […]

Catsmacker Trail Run

Lake Sylvia Recreation Area 618 AR-324, Perryville, AR, United States

Participation is limited, and subject to filling up. If you register and later change your mind, please contact Katie Helms. so that we can free up your spot for somebody else. Also […]

Run for a Vet 5K/1M Race

Lee Creek Park 199 North 1st Street, Van Buren, United States

11th Annual Run for a Vet 5K/1M.

Good Ol’ Days Festival 5K in Downtown Mount Ida

Downtown Mount Ida 338 Whittington Street, Mount Ida, United States

Join us for the annual Good Ol' Days 5k in Downtown Mount Ida, Arkansas! An old fashioned event that is perfect for the whole family. The fun includes an improved […]

UCAPS Who Let The Dogs Out 5K

Healthworks 304 North Madison, El Dorado, AR, United States

Join us for the UCAPS Who Let The Dogs Out 5K Run and 1 Mile walk.  The proceeds will help feed, medicate, and find homes for the abused and abandoned […]

Western Arkansas Runners Global Running Day

Ben Geren Regional Park Golf Course Loop, Fort Smith, AR, United States

Come out and celebrate Global Running Day by running with Western Arkansas Runners!!! Get pumped and get those legs moving as the first Wednesday in June is Global Running Day […]

The Big (Trail) Run Presented by Brooks

Western Hills Park 5207 Western Hills Ave, Little Rock, United States

On June 5, all Fleet Feet locations will participate in the The Big Run, a nationwide event coinciding with Global Running Day. We will  be running on one of the […]

World Championship Running of the Tubs

Fordyce Bathhouse Visitor Center And Museum 369 Central Avenue, Hot Springs National Park, United States

For over a century, visitors from all over the world have flocked to Hot Springs National Park, Arkansas to bathe in our thermal waters. But what happens when you take […]

Live Well 5K Run/Walk

Two Rivers Park 6722 Two Rivers Park Road, Little Rock, AR, United States

The Live Well 5K Run/Walk is sponsored by Little Rock Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., an organization of college educated women committed to the constructive development of […]

Festival on the Ridge 5K

Poinsett County Court House Square 401 Market Street, Harrisburg, United States

Festival on the Ridge 5K Walk-Run Harrisburg, AR.  June 7th, 2025, starting at 8 AM on the Court House Square.  USATF Certified Course #AR23001WJT.  Distance is 5km.  Age and Gender […]

$5 5K

Fit.1 905 South St., Mountain Home, United States

Pirate Perry Events & Fit.1 are ready to give back to our local running community....we just want to get everyone together for a 5K, have some fun, and reuse some race goodies!

Cotter Bridge Ultra

Cotter Schools 181 Mabel St., Cotter, AR, United States

Formerly known as the Arkansas Backyard Ultra Championship, we present you the Cotter Bridge Ultra. A one of a kind event that blends our previous format with a unique concept. […]

Arkansas Runner 2M

Boys And Girls Clubs Of Saline County 1810 Citizens Dr, Benton, AR, United States

All entry fees will be donated to the Boys & Girls Club. Because of your support, over $14,000 has been donated in the past 4 years and we want to […]

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