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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 […]

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 […]

Talimena Challenge Cycling Event

Talihina, Oklahoma 100 Railroad Street, Talihina, OK, United States

The Talihina Chamber of Commerce presents to you the Talimena Challenge! Ride the Talimena National Scenic Byway with beautiful mountain scenery! The ride begins in Talihina Oklahoma and cyclists will ride to Queen Wilhelmina. Fully supported event! The ride is 95 miles long and has seven Category 5s climbs with 11,500 total gain in elevation.

Talimena Challenge Cycling Event

Talihina, Oklahoma 100 Railroad Street, Talihina, OK, United States

The Talihina Chamber of Commerce presents to you the Talimena Challenge! Ride the Talimena National Scenic Byway with beautiful mountain scenery! The ride begins in Talihina Oklahoma and cyclists will ride to Queen Wilhelmina. Fully supported event! The ride is 95 miles long and has seven Category 5s climbs with 11,500 total gain in elevation.

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 […]

Stand Up Paddleboard surfing lessons

Siloam Springs Kayak Park 19253 Fisher Ford Rd, Siloam Springs, AR, United States

Surfing lessons at Siloam Springs Kayak Park! These lessons will be on Tuesday evenings throughout the summer in 2023. It’s strongly suggested to take an ACA L2 SUP lesson first. We will not be teaching strokes or standing on the board in this course, if you sign up without these skills you won’t get as […]

Stand Up Paddleboard surfing lessons

Siloam Springs Kayak Park 19253 Fisher Ford Rd, Siloam Springs, AR, United States

Surfing lessons at Siloam Springs Kayak Park! These lessons will be on Tuesday evenings throughout the summer in 2023. It’s strongly suggested to take an ACA L2 SUP lesson first. We will not be teaching strokes or standing on the board in this course, if you sign up without these skills you won’t get as […]

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 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.

Event Series 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.

Pedals for Compassion – 5th Annual

The Square Park 117 N Jefferson St, Magnolia, AR, United States

It's time for the 5th annual charity bicycle ride for the Compassion's Foundation, Inc. !!! More details to come! Event Details On-site registration will be the morning of only at The Square Park Starting at 6am The Square Park will be the start and finish line activities again this year! Ride start is at 7:30 […]

Pedals for Compassion – 5th Annual

The Square Park 117 N Jefferson St, Magnolia, AR, United States

It's time for the 5th annual charity bicycle ride for the Compassion's Foundation, Inc. !!! More details to come! Event Details On-site registration will be the morning of only at The Square Park Starting at 6am The Square Park will be the start and finish line activities again this year! Ride start is at 7:30 […]

Pine Knob Mountain Bike Park Grand Opening

Confederate Mother's Memorial Park 1915 S Glenwood Ave,, Russellville, AR, United States

The grand opening will take place on June 10th, 2023 at 10am and lunch is provided. The RVOORC will have Pine Knob Mountain Bike Park t-shirts for sale, which sales will support the continued growth of the park. The RVOORC board will be in attendance to answer any questions and give tours.

Pine Knob Mountain Bike Park Grand Opening

Confederate Mother's Memorial Park 1915 S Glenwood Ave,, Russellville, AR, United States

The grand opening will take place on June 10th, 2023 at 10am and lunch is provided. The RVOORC will have Pine Knob Mountain Bike Park t-shirts for sale, which sales will support the continued growth of the park. The RVOORC board will be in attendance to answer any questions and give tours.

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