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2023 Springdale Rotary Pig Trail Mud Run

Ecclesia College 9653 Nations Dr, Springdale, AR, United States

The annual Pig Trail Mud Run, hosted by Springdale Rotary, is scheduled for June 3, 2023!  This 5K includes more than 20 obstacles, including a zip line, water slide, rope swing, and fireman's pole!  Come get muddy, have a lot of fun, and help a great cause! We welcome participants ages 14 and above.  No […]

Lum & Abner Music & Arts Festival 5k Run/Walk

Janssen Park, Mena, AR

June 3rd, Janssen Park, Mena, AR Race starts at 7:30 REGISTER EARLY!! $25 BEFORE MAY 31ST | $35 AFTER The first 35 registrants are guaranteed a T-shirt. Awards in male & female categories. Trophies for top overall male & female participants. Top three finishers awarded in the following categories: 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, […]

$25.00

Lum & Abner Music & Arts Festival 5k Run/Walk

Janssen Park, Mena, AR

June 3rd, Janssen Park, Mena, AR Race starts at 7:30 REGISTER EARLY!! $25 BEFORE MAY 31ST | $35 AFTER The first 35 registrants are guaranteed a T-shirt. Awards in male & female categories. Trophies for top overall male & female participants. Top three finishers awarded in the following categories: 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, […]

$25.00

THE MUD RUN – LITTLE ROCK’S DIRTIEST 5K

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

The Mud Run is for the adventuresome spirit and is definitely not your average 5K. The only thing serious about this event is the MUD. Participants run, walk, skip, trot, and even cavort through our 5K(ish - please refer to helpful hints section for the clarification of "ish") course, which winds through scenic Western Hills […]

THE MUD RUN – LITTLE ROCK’S DIRTIEST 5K

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

The Mud Run is for the adventuresome spirit and is definitely not your average 5K. The only thing serious about this event is the MUD. Participants run, walk, skip, trot, and even cavort through our 5K(ish - please refer to helpful hints section for the clarification of "ish") course, which winds through scenic Western Hills […]

Arkansas Backyard Ultra Championship

Big Spring Park 183 Big Spring Pkwy, Cotter, AR, United States

Arkansas Backyard Ultra Experience The 2nd Annual Arkansas Backyard Ultra Championship will take place at the Historic Big Springs Park in Cotter, Arkansas. The flat & scenic out-and-back route follows an old railroad bed along the White River and there’s a Natural Spring to re-invigorate your beaten body after the race.  Food will be provided […]

Arkansas Backyard Ultra Championship

Big Spring Park 183 Big Spring Pkwy, Cotter, AR, United States

Arkansas Backyard Ultra Experience The 2nd Annual Arkansas Backyard Ultra Championship will take place at the Historic Big Springs Park in Cotter, Arkansas. The flat & scenic out-and-back route follows an old railroad bed along the White River and there’s a Natural Spring to re-invigorate your beaten body after the race.  Food will be provided […]

Arkansas RRCA – Grand Prix Series

Arkansas Runner 2M

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

2023 is the 25th running of the Arkansas Runner 2 Mile Race 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 continue to support the kids.

Arkansas Runner 2M

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

2023 is the 25th running of the Arkansas Runner 2 Mile Race 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 continue to support the kids.

Red White & Blue Festival 5K

ASU Mountain Home 1600 South College Street, Mountain Home, AR, United States

Presented by the Mountain Home Arkansas Chamber of Commerce, Celebrate the Red White & Blue and support local law enforcement.

Red White & Blue Festival 5K

ASU Mountain Home 1600 South College Street, Mountain Home, AR, United States

Presented by the Mountain Home Arkansas Chamber of Commerce, Celebrate the Red White & Blue and support local law enforcement.

Northeast Arkansas H2GORun

Craighead Forest Park 4910 S Culberson Rd, Jonesboro

2-mile run/walk at Craighead Forest Park to benefit Alzheimer's Arkansas. Run or walk on the beautiful trail with family and friends. Age-group awards, door prizes, and refreshments.

Northeast Arkansas H2GORun

Craighead Forest Park 4910 S Culberson Rd, Jonesboro

2-mile run/walk at Craighead Forest Park to benefit Alzheimer's Arkansas. Run or walk on the beautiful trail with family and friends. Age-group awards, door prizes, and refreshments.

Tour De Horseshoe 15 Mile Bike Race and Run for the Fireworks 5K

Kamp Karefree 115 Highland Dr., Hughes, AR, United States

The 5k Run and Bike Ride for Fireworks is a community based fundraiser to raise money for our Fireworks and Fire Department. Additionally, it is an opportunity for our community to come together and celebrate our independence. Bike Race Registration and Packet Pick up will be the morning of the event beginning at 6:45am. 5K Registration […]

Tour De Horseshoe 15 Mile Bike Race and Run for the Fireworks 5K

Kamp Karefree 115 Highland Dr., Hughes, AR, United States

The 5k Run and Bike Ride for Fireworks is a community based fundraiser to raise money for our Fireworks and Fire Department. Additionally, it is an opportunity for our community to come together and celebrate our independence. Bike Race Registration and Packet Pick up will be the morning of the event beginning at 6:45am. 5K Registration […]

DeGray Lake Resort State Park’s Independence Day Freedom 5K/10K

DeGray Lake Resort State Park 2027 State Park Entrance Road, Bismarck, AR, United States

2023 is a BIG YEAR for Arkansas, as it marks 100 years of Arkansas State Parks. What better way to celebrate our sweet land of liberty and Arkansas State Parks' Centennial than with friends and family at Arkansas's only resort state park for our 8th annual 4th of July Freedom 5k/10k Fun Run event?! Join us at the starting line in your most patriotic outfit to […]

DeGray Lake Resort State Park’s Independence Day Freedom 5K/10K

DeGray Lake Resort State Park 2027 State Park Entrance Road, Bismarck, AR, United States

2023 is a BIG YEAR for Arkansas, as it marks 100 years of Arkansas State Parks. What better way to celebrate our sweet land of liberty and Arkansas State Parks' Centennial than with friends and family at Arkansas's only resort state park for our 8th annual 4th of July Freedom 5k/10k Fun Run event?! Join us at the starting line in your most patriotic outfit to […]

2023 Fleet Feet Firecracker Fast 5k

The Little Rock Heights 6150 Kavanaugh Boulevard, Little Rock, AR, United States

This is a point-to-point race starting at 6150 Kavanaugh Boulevard There are no shuttles to take you to the starting line before the race, only shuttles to take you back to your car after the race.  

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