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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. […]
We look forward to you joining us Saturday, August 30, 2025, for our 44th Annual ARK 5K Classic. If you have any questions, please contact me via email at ark5kclassic@gmail.com is the preferred method. Stephanie Roberts 870-307-5382 ARK 5K Classic Race Director We will continue with the option of tank or t-shirt as your giveaway. […]
Your registration fee benefits The Salvation Army's Pathway of Hope program. This program provides individualized services to families with children who desire to take action to break the cycle of crisis and vulnerability that repeats generation after generation. It seeks to address the root causes of poverty in addition to The Army’s history of compassionate serving. […]
99 Miles of Bad Road is a gravel bicycle race starting and ending in Hardy, Arkansas. Expect every road surface type, with roughly 80% being unpaved. Don't let the elevation profile of the GPX fool you - Devices have picked up 100 feet or more of elevation gain per mile. These are relentless rolling hills […]
RIVER CLASSIC SEPT. 12, 2026 In 2015, a small group of cyclists who wanted to support Young Life’s work in South Little Rock decided to organize a cycling fundraiser and what is now the Young Life River Classic was born. In the eleven years since, the event has grown from fewer than 50 riders to […]
One of the original multisport festivals in Arkansas...the DeGray Lake Triathlon will feature two triathlon distances (olympic and sprint), a duathlon (sprint), aquabike (olympic) and an open water swim (olympic). There will be a team category for the olympic triathlon. DeGray Lake is a reservoir on the Caddo River in Arkansas. This beautiful lake and […]
Bike Clubs of Northwest Arkansas host a ride by cyclists, for cyclists, to raise funds for NWA charity Pedal It Forward. Join us Friday evening and Saturday morning for a bike ride, food, and friends!
Certified 5K/10K Race and Timed 5K Walk Saturday, September 19 Start and Finish at Greg Smith River Trail, 121 Riverfront Drive, Fort Smith AR 72901 7 a.m. Registration, 8 a.m. Race Entry Fee: $30 before September 8 and $40 after September 8 through packet pickup, $45 race day registration. Participant Packet Pick-Up and Expo Friday, […]
The NW Arkansas Mountain Bike Championships return to Devil's Den State Park on September 19, 2026, bringing together riders from across the region for one of Arkansas’ longest-running mountain bike traditions. Featuring categories for beginners, intermediate, advanced, youth, and citizen racers, the event offers challenging cross-country racing on the park’s rugged Ozark terrain while remaining […]
The Big Dam Bridge 100 is an annual event in central Arkansas that celebrates the "Big Dam Bridge" over the Arkansas River. The 4226-foot bridge is the longest bridge built for pedestrian and bicycle traffic in North America. It connects over 40 miles of scenic riverside trails between Little Rock and North Little Rock. It […]
Our mission is to provide a community event open to athletes of all abilities, while promoting a healthy lifestyle through running and walking and raising money to youth and family needs in Lonoke.
Logan’s Run is the kickoff to the All-Abilities Marathon held in conjunction with the Little Rock Marathon. The All-Abilities Marathon is a non-competitive program and event designed for individuals of all ages with intellectual, developmental, and/or physical disabilities. The goal? Stay active, have fun, and reach a personal fitness milestone! Participants follow a simple walking, […]
Get ready for a spine-tingling trail run like no other, at the Here’s Johnny 10k RedRun at Coler Mountain Bike Preserve. Lace up your shoes and tap into your inner Jack Torrence as you navigate the course through the woods of Coler. All racers receive a finisher medal and t-shirt. Awards will be given out […]
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