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Event Series Healthy Kids Running Series Fall 2024

Healthy Kids Running Series Fall 2024

Kinyon Sports Complex 1550 Gamble Road, Centerton, United States

Who We Are: Healthy Kids Running Series is a five (5) week running program in the spring and fall for kids Pre-K through 8th grade. Each HKRS Series takes place once a week and offers age-appropriate running events including the 50 & 75 yard dashes, the 1/4 mile, the 1/2 mile and the 1 mile run. […]

The Best Day Ride for Women – Conway Biketoberfest

Conway Regional Fitness Center 700 Salem Rd, Conway, United States

Meetup Location & Route: Beginners | Intermediate & Advanced Indoor Cycling: Spin Studio at Conway Regional Health & Fitness Center Calling all Swifties! On October 13, the All-Women’s Ride will begin at the Conway Regional Health & Fitness Center. A T-Swift themed Photo booth, Eras Playlist, Friendship bracelets, Sunnies, Friends, cold treats, and more. What could be better? […]

Cycling Experience Summit – Bentonville 2024

The Record 104 SW A St, Bentonville, AR, United States

Announcing the first ever Cycling Experience Summit, a gathering of cycling focused Event Directors, Tour Operators and State and Local Tourism Leaders. This annual event will bring leaders from across the country together to share ideas and best practices to start and grow bicycling events and tours of all sizes and promote cycling destinations and tourism.   […]

Outerbike Bentonville 2024

Coler Mountain Bike Preserve 1 2003 NW Homestead Ln, Bentonville, AR, United States

What's the best bike? You decide. Test ride all of the latest and greatest bikes and gear on the world-class trails of Bentonville, AR. For three days, the world’s premier bike and gear manufacturers set up at the Outerbike expo site. You can browse the latest innovations, pick a bike you’d like to try and […]

Rocky Comfort Pecan Festival Costume 5K

Iron Horse Fitness 126 Schuman Street, Forman, United States

Lace up those running shoes and join us for the 3rd Annual Rocky Comfort Pecan Festival! Get your morning started right with a costume 5K fun run through downtown Foreman. Come for the race and stay for the vendors, live music, classic car show, cornhole tournament, costume pet parade, and SO much more! Registration for […]

Fallin’ Blackbird 5k

Beebe Chamber of Commerce 102 North Main St, Beebe, United States

This is an all-weather event. Registration fees are non-refundable. In case of thunderstorms, the race will be delayed or made virtual. The cash prizes will not be awarded if the race is made virtual.  Please join our FB page for event updates.  Did You Know? On December 31, 2010, thousands of red-winged blackbirds mysteriously fell […]

RWTB 5k and 1 mi Fun Run

Mountain Home High School 500 Bomber Blvd, Mountain Home, United States

On October 19th, Mountain Home High School and Junior High Cross Country will be hosting its annual Run With The Bulls fundraiser! Proceeds will benefit MHHS and MHJH Cross Country teams. All participants such as runners, walkers, strollers, dogs, etc are welcome! There will be both 5k and 1 mi Fun Run races. 5k Registrants […]

Micah Rine Wildcat Legacy 5k

Harding University 1529 East Park Avenue, Searcy, United States

Join us for this incredible, fast 5k spread out among the beautiful campus of Harding University and Harding Academy.  There are two races set for this event, a 5k run and a 1-mile run/walk.  All proceeds for this event go to support the Micah Rine Wellness Room, scholarships, and other programs at Harding Academy.  Come […]

Benton Bike Park Workday

Benton Bike Park 1100 S Market St,, Benton, United States

‼️Join the Benton Bike Park crew on September 21st or October 19th for trail maintenance days! If you've never been to a work day, it's an awesome opportunity to meet other riders and see what it takes to keep these trails running. Make sure to bring some gloves and water. We look forward to seeing […]

2024 Survivors’ Challenge 10K Run | 5K Run & Walk | Celebration Walk

Reynolds Cancer Support House 3324 South M Street, Fort Smith, United States

Mark your calendars for the 2024 Survivors' Challenge, taking place on Saturday, October 19th at the Reynolds Cancer Support House! This year marks the 33rd anniversary of this thrilling event. By participating, you directly contribute to the continuation of the Donald W. Reynolds Cancer Support House's mission. Every cent of the net proceeds from the […]

The Bugle Bolt

Ponca Ponca, United States

Bugle Bolt Paige Slape Memorial 5k ***Register by October 4 for tshirt*** Come run this beautiful fast course with lest than 70 feet of elevation change through the entire course. This will be a great time to run and see the fall colors at their peak. This is also the season for hearing the elk […]

Halloween Hustle 5K Fun Run/Walk

Old Stonewall Road 200 Old Stonewall Rd 200 Old Stonewall Rd, Harrison, United States

Halloween Hustle 5K Fun Run/Walk Hosted by Epsilon Sigma Alpha’s Harrison Chapter - Beta Upsilon to raise money to support St. Jude! Wear your favorite Halloween costume to hustle your way through this 5k race! Event is open to all ages. All proceeds will be donated to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital This is a […]

Pedestal Rock Road Ride & Lick Fork Gravel Grind

Witts Springs 196 AR-16, Witts Springs, United States

The Pedestal Rock and Lick Fork Bicycle ride is held every October on the 3rd Saturday of the month, with the hope that fall foliage is in full swing. The 2024 ride will be on Saturday, October 19. The PRLF Ride supports work being done by Community Voices, a 501(c)3 organization, to showcase the beauty […]

CREEP ‘N CRAWL HALF, 5K, and LIL’ MONSTERS DASH

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

The Creep ‘N Crawl Half, 5K, and Lil’ Monsters Dash is a family-oriented athletic event offering some Halloween fun with a healthy dose of physical fitness. Grab the scariest, funniest, wildest, goofiest, most creative costume you can think of and join us at Two Rivers Parks for a Howlin’ Ghoul Time!

Full Moon Hike

Pack Rat Outdoor Center 209 W Sunbridge Dr, Fayetteville, United States

Our next Full Moon Hike will be October 19, the Kindly Moon! Join us for a night hike at Devil's Den State Park - we'll be taking the Yellow Rock trail to a scenic overlook, to enjoy the light of the full moon!

Spooky Sprint 5k/10k & Half Marathon

Lake Fayetteville Pavilion 1153 Lake Fayetteville Rd, Fayetteville, United States

Join us for the annual Spooky Sprint 5k/10k & Half Marathon!  A fun, Halloween-themed event that is perfect for the whole family. The fun includes - Great Swag - designer shirt & custom medal Chip-timing with live results and awards Free photos Delicious Treats waiting at the finish line Plenty of fun! Grab your friends […]

Sunday Sundae Ride with Friends & Family – Conway Biketoberfest

UCA Tennis Courts Conway, United States

Sunday, October 20 from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. Meetup Location: Stone Dam Creek Trail South Conway is one of the fastest growing residential areas in the city. Did you know your home could be within just a couple of miles of one of the area’s newest trails? Bring the whole family and invite a few […]

Event Series Healthy Kids Running Series Fall 2024

Healthy Kids Running Series Fall 2024

Kinyon Sports Complex 1550 Gamble Road, Centerton, United States

Who We Are: Healthy Kids Running Series is a five (5) week running program in the spring and fall for kids Pre-K through 8th grade. Each HKRS Series takes place once a week and offers age-appropriate running events including the 50 & 75 yard dashes, the 1/4 mile, the 1/2 mile and the 1 mile run. […]

HOWL-O-WEEN Hairy and Scary Fest Zombie Run 2.5k / 5k

McClain Hall 1600 S College St, Mountain Home, United States

Prepare yourself to run (or walk) for your lives! This will be a charity 5k with all proceeds going to Lucky Dawg Rescue Inc. This will be taking place on Sunday, October 20th. There will be vendors there starting at 1pm, a dog and dog/human duo costume contest at 2pm, and the run will start […]

TACO Ride Sponsored by Cousins’ Office Furniture – Conway Biketoberfest

Wednesday, October 23 at 5:30 p.m. Join us on October 23 at 5:30 pm for the TACO Ride! It’s a totally loco legend of a ride. Ride 1, 2, or more loops with experienced TACO Riders. Finish up with tacos and friends. More FUN details to come! Indoor Cycling on site at Caldwell Toyota led […]

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