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Turkey Wobble at the Brewery – Walk and Ride (Turkey Trot)

Fort Chaffee Blvd 7500 Fort Chaffee Blvd, Fort Smith, United States

Come on out to FSBC on Saturday November 25, 2023 at 11 a.m. for our sixth annual "Turkey Wobble Walk and Ride" (this year). Participants over the age of 21 will drink their first beer/wine then walk to all other participating businesses where they will have more beer/wine/liquor at each location.  This year we will […]

Fayetteville Half Marathon

Razorback Gardens 450 S. Razorback Rd, Fayetteville, AR, United States

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.

Fayetteville Half Marathon

Razorback Gardens 450 S. Razorback Rd, Fayetteville, AR, United States

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.

LOViT Trail Marathon

Shangri La Resort Nature Trail, Mt Ida, AR, United States

Registration will be set up 500 ft down OLD HWY 270. Parking will be at that location and along the road. The course will be on the Lake Ouachita Vista Trail, a single track foot path. This contains no significant creek crossings. Aid: There will be a total of 6 aid stations set up along […]

LOViT Trail Marathon

Shangri La Resort Nature Trail, Mt Ida, AR, United States

Registration will be set up 500 ft down OLD HWY 270. Parking will be at that location and along the road. The course will be on the Lake Ouachita Vista Trail, a single track foot path. This contains no significant creek crossings. Aid: There will be a total of 6 aid stations set up along […]

Santa Shuffle

Joe Mack Campbell Park 3021 Dan Avenue, Jonesboro, United States

You don't want to miss your only opportunity to walk or run through "THE" biggest and best Christmas display in our region. This unique, family friendly event features over 450,000 lights and attractions. Come early or stay after to have photos with Santa, purchase Hot Chocolate, and enjoy sites and sounds of Christmas. Park Entry: […]

Santa Shuffle

Joe Mack Campbell Park 3021 Dan Avenue, Jonesboro, United States

You don't want to miss your only opportunity to walk or run through "THE" biggest and best Christmas display in our region. This unique, family friendly event features over 450,000 lights and attractions. Come early or stay after to have photos with Santa, purchase Hot Chocolate, and enjoy sites and sounds of Christmas. Park Entry: […]

Spirit of Syllamo

Blanchard Springs Recreation Area 1110 Blanchard, Fifty Six, AR, United States

A true feat of strength & determination. Experience 100 miles of some of the most challenging terrain in the South. The course begins with a 35 Loop of the Epic Syllamo MTB Trails and finishes with and Out & Back on the Sylamore and Ozark Highlands Trails. “Run with passion and an unbreakable spirit - […]

Spirit of Syllamo

Blanchard Springs Recreation Area 1110 Blanchard, Fifty Six, AR, United States

A true feat of strength & determination. Experience 100 miles of some of the most challenging terrain in the South. The course begins with a 35 Loop of the Epic Syllamo MTB Trails and finishes with and Out & Back on the Sylamore and Ozark Highlands Trails. “Run with passion and an unbreakable spirit - […]

Jacob Wells 3 Bridges Marathon

River Mountain Park River Mountain Road, Little Rock, United States

Aid Stations, Restrooms, and Medical Support There are 10 aid stations that average nearly every mile. There are numerous restrooms, including permanent restrooms on the River Trail and portable ones that we will place on the course. Medical personnel will be on duty at the Start/Finish and on the course. A clothing drop will be […]

Jacob Wells 3 Bridges Marathon

River Mountain Park River Mountain Road, Little Rock, United States

Aid Stations, Restrooms, and Medical Support There are 10 aid stations that average nearly every mile. There are numerous restrooms, including permanent restrooms on the River Trail and portable ones that we will place on the course. Medical personnel will be on duty at the Start/Finish and on the course. A clothing drop will be […]

Ugly Sweater 5K

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

Dig out that ugly holiday sweater and celebrates the best of the season with a healthy dose of physical fitness! Part of the Run Local Race Series. For more information, visit uglysweaterrace.com. Benefits Little Rock Parks & Recreation. Saturday, December 16, 2023 Two Rivers Park - Little Rock Countdown to event

Ugly Sweater 5K

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

Dig out that ugly holiday sweater and celebrates the best of the season with a healthy dose of physical fitness! Part of the Run Local Race Series. For more information, visit uglysweaterrace.com. Benefits Little Rock Parks & Recreation. Saturday, December 16, 2023 Two Rivers Park - Little Rock Countdown to event

2nd Annual Central Arkansas’ Last Chance Run

War Memorial Park 5101 W Markham St, Little Rock, AR

Please join local running clubs including the Arkansas Running Klub, Cabot Country Cruisers, Conway Running Club, Little Rock Roadrunners, Saline County Striders and the Spa Pacers on Saturday, December 30th at 9 AM for the 2nd Annual Central Arkansas' Last Chance Run!  This FREE run will take place at War Memorial Park and anyone is welcome to participate! We will meet in the parking lot west of the […]

2nd Annual Central Arkansas’ Last Chance Run

War Memorial Park 5101 W Markham St, Little Rock, AR

Please join local running clubs including the Arkansas Running Klub, Cabot Country Cruisers, Conway Running Club, Little Rock Roadrunners, Saline County Striders and the Spa Pacers on Saturday, December 30th at 9 AM for the 2nd Annual Central Arkansas' Last Chance Run!  This FREE run will take place at War Memorial Park and anyone is welcome to participate! We will meet in the parking lot west of the […]

Frozen Buns Run

Fort Chaffee 7313 Terry St,, Fort Smith, AR, United States

HOSTED BY WESTERN ARKANSAS RUNNERS- OUR ANNUAL FROZEN BUNS RUN IS COMING UP SOON AND WE HOPE THAT YOU ARE READY TO JOIN US ON NEW YEARS DAY 2024 !!  WE ALWAYS HAVE SUCH A GREAT TIME AND ARE LOOKING FORWARD TO HAVING YOUR COMPANY AGAIN.  WE WILL HAVE BOTH A 5K AND 10K AGAIN […]

Frozen Buns Run

Fort Chaffee 7313 Terry St,, Fort Smith, AR, United States

HOSTED BY WESTERN ARKANSAS RUNNERS- OUR ANNUAL FROZEN BUNS RUN IS COMING UP SOON AND WE HOPE THAT YOU ARE READY TO JOIN US ON NEW YEARS DAY 2024 !!  WE ALWAYS HAVE SUCH A GREAT TIME AND ARE LOOKING FORWARD TO HAVING YOUR COMPANY AGAIN.  WE WILL HAVE BOTH A 5K AND 10K AGAIN […]

2024 Athens Big Fork Trail Marathon and 17 Mile Blaylock Creek Fun Run

Big Fork Community Center 6118 AR-8, Mena, AR, United States

Welcome to the 2024 Athens Big Fork Trail Marathon and 17 Mile Blaylock Creek Fun Run. Race Director: Stacey Shaver-Matson Saturday January 6, 2024 8:00am Start Time For Both Runs A registration link will be made available to the public on the ABF Facebook page at 7:30am August 1st. We fully expect there to be […]

Arkansas Ultra Trail Series

2024 Athens Big Fork Trail Marathon and 17 Mile Blaylock Creek Fun Run

Big Fork Community Center 6118 AR-8, Mena, AR, United States

Welcome to the 2024 Athens Big Fork Trail Marathon and 17 Mile Blaylock Creek Fun Run. Race Director: Stacey Shaver-Matson Saturday January 6, 2024 8:00am Start Time For Both Runs A registration link will be made available to the public on the ABF Facebook page at 7:30am August 1st. We fully expect there to be […]

Ninja 5K, 10K, Half Marathon

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

This is a US Road Running Club Race and part of the US Road Running Race Series. It is not required to be a club member to run with us. Club members receive 50% off club races and a US Road Running shirt. To join go to https://usroadrunning.com Race Information The race starts at 8:00 AM. […]

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