Welcome to our Calendar of Events.

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Hoof it For Heifer

Petit Jean State Park - Petit Jean Mountain Road & Red Bluff Drive Petit Jean Mountain Road & Red Bluff Drive, Morrilton, AR, United States

Description Hoof it For Heifer is a 20k trail run on the Boy Scouts of America Trail in Petit Jean State Park near Morrilton, AR. On this trail, you will pass through many of the diverse plant and animal habitats on Petit Jean Mountain - from the lush vegetation of Cedar Creek Canyon to the […]

Hoof it For Heifer

Petit Jean State Park - Petit Jean Mountain Road & Red Bluff Drive Petit Jean Mountain Road & Red Bluff Drive, Morrilton, AR, United States

Description Hoof it For Heifer is a 20k trail run on the Boy Scouts of America Trail in Petit Jean State Park near Morrilton, AR. On this trail, you will pass through many of the diverse plant and animal habitats on Petit Jean Mountain - from the lush vegetation of Cedar Creek Canyon to the […]

Equality Now 5k, Fun Run and Health Fair

Veterans Memorial Park 4451 N Vantage Dr, Fayetteville, United States

This event is to raise awareness about the health and well-being of BIPOC members of our community and to support educational scholarships. While health inequities for the BIPOC community is not new, the pandemic has shone a light on the need for change. We hope to bring together the  BIPOC community and its allies to garner […]

Equality Now 5k, Fun Run and Health Fair

Veterans Memorial Park 4451 N Vantage Dr, Fayetteville, United States

This event is to raise awareness about the health and well-being of BIPOC members of our community and to support educational scholarships. While health inequities for the BIPOC community is not new, the pandemic has shone a light on the need for change. We hope to bring together the  BIPOC community and its allies to garner […]

Adventure Ozark 8 Hour Race 2024

Bentonville 100 N Main St, Bentonville, AR, United States

Eight hours of epic biking, trekking and paddling through some of the most gorgeous scenery in Northwest Arkansas. The Ozarks is becoming one of the premier outdoor recreation locations in the country and this race showcases why with rolling mountains, awe-inspiring lakes, incredible vistas and pristine trail systems. This 8 hour (Lite version) race is […]

$100

Adventure Ozark 8 Hour Race 2024

Bentonville 100 N Main St, Bentonville, AR, United States

Eight hours of epic biking, trekking and paddling through some of the most gorgeous scenery in Northwest Arkansas. The Ozarks is becoming one of the premier outdoor recreation locations in the country and this race showcases why with rolling mountains, awe-inspiring lakes, incredible vistas and pristine trail systems. This 8 hour (Lite version) race is […]

$100

Hazel Valley Rally

Hazel Valley Ranch 16330 Olive Rd, Fayetteville, AR, United States

NEW for 2024:  Camping at the ranch. All proceeds for camping will be given to the ranch owners as our thank you for allowing all of us to enjoy their private property.  Camping fee is for Friday and Saturday nights (no different if you only spend one of those nights.). Primitive camping only.  Grass field. […]

Hazel Valley Rally

Hazel Valley Ranch 16330 Olive Rd, Fayetteville, AR, United States

NEW for 2024:  Camping at the ranch. All proceeds for camping will be given to the ranch owners as our thank you for allowing all of us to enjoy their private property.  Camping fee is for Friday and Saturday nights (no different if you only spend one of those nights.). Primitive camping only.  Grass field. […]

Rock Madness

Little Rock Climbing Center 12120 Colonel Glenn Rd #7000, Little Rock, United States

Climbers will have 3 hours to climbing up to 20 routes. Each route will have 4 zones and a Top for points. extra point will be giving for leading. Entry fee $35 t-shirt included. Little Rock, Arkansas

Rock Madness

Little Rock Climbing Center 12120 Colonel Glenn Rd #7000, Little Rock, United States

Climbers will have 3 hours to climbing up to 20 routes. Each route will have 4 zones and a Top for points. extra point will be giving for leading. Entry fee $35 t-shirt included. Little Rock, Arkansas

Annual OAS Family Run

Ozark Adventist School 21150 Dawn Hill East Rd, Gentry, United States

8th Annual OAS Family Fun Run!  Family Fun Run April 14, at 8 AM for the Ozark Adventist School.  The race will be a 1 Mile Fun Run and a 5K.  Proceeds will go to Building improvements. A free breakfast will be provided post-race! Start and finish Ozark Adventist School 21150 Dawn Hill E. Rd. […]

Annual OAS Family Run

Ozark Adventist School 21150 Dawn Hill East Rd, Gentry, United States

8th Annual OAS Family Fun Run!  Family Fun Run April 14, at 8 AM for the Ozark Adventist School.  The race will be a 1 Mile Fun Run and a 5K.  Proceeds will go to Building improvements. A free breakfast will be provided post-race! Start and finish Ozark Adventist School 21150 Dawn Hill E. Rd. […]

NWA Spring Classic Road Race

Prairie Grove Elementary School 801 Viney Grove Rd, Prairie Grove, AR, United States

REGISTER: http://www.bikereg.com/nwa-spring-classic-road-race Entry Fees: Men & Women 1, 2, 3 – $60 to 2/21, $65 to 4/4, $70 until raceday Men 3 & 4, Men/Women Mas $55 to 2/21, $60 to 4/4, $65 until race day. Men 5 & Women 4, 5 – $50 to 2/21, $55 to 4/4, $60 until race day. Juniors – $35 […]

NWA Spring Classic Road Race

Prairie Grove Elementary School 801 Viney Grove Rd, Prairie Grove, AR, United States

REGISTER: http://www.bikereg.com/nwa-spring-classic-road-race Entry Fees: Men & Women 1, 2, 3 – $60 to 2/21, $65 to 4/4, $70 until raceday Men 3 & 4, Men/Women Mas $55 to 2/21, $60 to 4/4, $65 until race day. Men 5 & Women 4, 5 – $50 to 2/21, $55 to 4/4, $60 until race day. Juniors – $35 […]

Hometown Half Marathon, 5K/10K

River Front Park 120 Riverfront Park Drive, North Little Rock, United States

The annual Hometown Half Marathon & 5k/10k! A run local-themed event that is perfect for the whole family. The fun includes great swag (designer shirt, custom medal), chip-timing, live results and awards, pacers for half marathon free photos, a kids' dash, great post-race food, and plenty of fun! Grab your friends and family, you are […]

Hometown Half Marathon, 5K/10K

River Front Park 120 Riverfront Park Drive, North Little Rock, United States

The annual Hometown Half Marathon & 5k/10k! A run local-themed event that is perfect for the whole family. The fun includes great swag (designer shirt, custom medal), chip-timing, live results and awards, pacers for half marathon free photos, a kids' dash, great post-race food, and plenty of fun! Grab your friends and family, you are […]

Natural State Criterium Series

Walter Turnbow Park at Shiloh Square 106 West Emma Avenue, Springdale, United States

Course Start/Finish is located on Emma Street in the heart of Downtown Springdale.  A classic criterium course which has 8 turns for a total distance of 0.9 miles. Strava Link - https://www.strava.com/routes/2806559545765160600 Race Details Race Category Details: First Chance: 4:30pm start 20 minutes This category is for the rider who is new to the sport of […]

Event Series Natural State Critrium Series

Natural State Criterium Series

Walter Turnbow Park at Shiloh Square 106 West Emma Avenue, Springdale, United States

Course Start/Finish is located on Emma Street in the heart of Downtown Springdale.  A classic criterium course which has 8 turns for a total distance of 0.9 miles. Strava Link - https://www.strava.com/routes/2806559545765160600 Race Details Race Category Details: First Chance: 4:30pm start 20 minutes This category is for the rider who is new to the sport of […]

Event Series Gym-to-Crag

Gym-to-Crag

Boulders & Brews 612 W Dickson St, Fayetteville, AR, United States

These will be one-hour discussions at local gyms to help the transition to the outdoors easier for those new to outdoor climbing. Topics will include seasons, areas in AR, camping, tips per climbing discipline, crag etiquette, ethics, and more! Come join us for a fun discussion with an ARCC board member, whether you have been […]

Gym-to-Crag

Boulders & Brews 612 W Dickson St, Fayetteville, AR, United States

These will be one-hour discussions at local gyms to help the transition to the outdoors easier for those new to outdoor climbing. Topics will include seasons, areas in AR, camping, tips per climbing discipline, crag etiquette, ethics, and more! Come join us for a fun discussion with an ARCC board member, whether you have been […]

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