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The Reason: This isn't just another 5k benefit for charity. This race is creating a trail where one didn’t exist. When you run this race, you become part of a community that believes everyone deserves the opportunity to race and to feel like they have purpose and dignity. The Order of Events: The 1k will start first. We […]
Please join us on Saturday, June 27, 2026 in downtown Ponca, AR. The race will begin at the Lost Valley Store and Canoe Rental located on Hwy 43 at 8:00 am. Registration will begin @ 7 a.m. The course takes place in the beautiful Boxley Valley on Hwy 43. Runners and walkers of all ages […]
This is a 5K to remember my son Sawyer, but also to support all families who have lost children. This 5K will raise money to fund the Sawyer Saves Foundation, which will provide the funding for low-income families to take swimming lessons.
Kessler Mountain Jam is an AMBCS (Arkansas Mountain Bike Championship Series) mountain bike race contested on the trails of Kessler Mountain in south Fayetteville, AR. This is a USA Cycling sanctioned race and there are categories for all ages and levels. See following link for license requirements for each level of racer - https://www.kesslermountainjam.com/Race/KesslerMountainJam/Page-3. Chip timing, […]
Come out and race a crit like none other on Central Arkansas' newest high speed karting course. The course is .7 of a mile of smooth pavement with 14 turns, plenty of room for passing, and a long straight for those high watt final sprints! Come early to pre-ride the course and dial in those […]
Greenwood Chamber of Commerce Freedom Fest 5K, July 4. All registration is done online. Registration will be $40.00 Early Entry Fee of $30.00 ends Friday, June 20th T-Shirt guaranteed to the first 250 paid pre-registered runners. Race begins at 7:00 a.m. Early packet pickup will be July 3rd, 1-6 pm at the Chamber office. 16 […]
In this country we have Freedom, we have freedom to Run and we have the freedom to run a July 4th race and finish with pride. We will be hosting the Freedom Finishers 5K at Paragould's Rotary Park on July 4th starting at 7:00AM. The start time has been moved up to allow participants the opportunity […]
Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday at the Yell County Freedom 4-Miler Kick off your 4th of July with a historic stride! This year, Dardanelle is pulling out all the stops for a massive, family-friendly Independence Day celebration at Veterans Memorial Riverfront Park—and we are starting the day on the right foot. Whether you're a competitive runner […]
Run for the Fireworks 5K and Tour De Horseshoe 14.1 mile Bike Race July 4, 2026 PRE REGISTRATION STRONGLY ENCOURAGED Bike Race Starts & Ends at 7:30 AM at Horseshoe Lake Baptist Church (241 Lake Estates Dr.) 5K Starts at 7:15 AM at Bond's Grocery Store (15235 AR-147 S) and Ends at Horseshoe Lake Baptist Church The 5k Run and Bike […]
Come join us this Independence Day and run the course Runner’s World has called “One of the fastest in the USA!” The Firecracker Fast 5K has been a tradition in Little Rock for families and friends for 50 straight years. This iconic course will take you winding down the heart of Little Rock on Kavanaugh Boulevard, swing by […]
Join us on the 4th of July 2026 at Lake Balboa Beach in Hot Springs Village, AR for the annual Stars and Stripes Freedom 5k Run and 1k Walk. Check-in starts at 6:30a and the run begins at approximately 7:30a. All runners will receive a custom finisher’s medal and awards will be given for top […]
Kick off Independence Day with a few miles, a good time, and a finisher's medal that's going to be an awesome addition to your wall! The race takes place at the Paragould Community Center and consists of 4 one-mile loops. At the end of each loop you get a beaded necklace. End of Lap 1: […]
Celebrate freedom, community, and 250 years of American independence at the We the People 5K this July 4th! Start your morning on the beautiful Sulphur Creek Trail and be part of a fun, patriotic tradition for all ages and fitness levels. Whether you run, walk, or cheer from the sidelines, it’s the perfect way to […]
Come out and race a crit like none other on Central Arkansas' newest high speed karting course. The course is .7 of a mile of smooth pavement with 14 turns, plenty of room for passing, and a long straight for those high watt final sprints! Come early to pre-ride the course and dial in those […]
Western Arkansas Runners is honored to be able to carry on the Annual Memorial Run honoring BRENT MORRISON who was an avid runner in the River Valley as well as the Hot Springs area. This year will mark the 10th year that a run of some form has been held and along with honoring Brent, […]
Experience mountain bike trails in a new way at Coler Mountain Bike Preserve, with the fourth annual Paradise Found 5k! Join us at the Paradise Found 5k on Saturday, July 11th,2026. This race will begin and end at Coler Homestead, located next to Airship Coffee. This race is the perfect opportunity for those new to […]
The Johnson County Peach Festival 4-Miler is held in conjunction with the longest running outdoor festival in Arkansas! We have divisions for runners and walkers and awards for the first 3 places in each age division.
A metric century road ride benefitting Recycle Bikes for Kids. We will be taking over downtown Keo on Saturday, July 18 and having a party after the ride on Main Street! Plenty of parking available in Keo, AR. Feel free to set up your cycling club tents and enjoy the festivities. Show your Bib Number […]
This year's Springhill Classic is hosted by the ARNICA team “River Valley Marshals”! Thank you for supporting this event to help us “GET MORE KIDS ON BIKES” in the Fort Smith and surrounding river valley communities. Opening remarks and safety briefing will be at 7:30am near the Start/Finish line. We have merch! Online only, for […]
•Race hosted by the Melonvine Striders. *USATF Course Certification #: AR24012WJT -Every participant receives a locally grown genuine Hope Watermelon :) -High School Track Girls / Boys Team Competition (Need 5 girls and/or 5 boys for a team) Please email race for instructions. Awards Overall Top 3 Male and Female in Open, Masters, Grandmasters and Senior. […]
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