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Supporting local school cross-country programs for 38 years! Tom Lewis 1 Mile Pepper Dash Friday, 6:00 PM, October 2nd. Peppers of all ages are welcome. Godpepper 4K & 8K Community Races Saturday, 7:30 am, October 3rd. Use this page to register for the community races and for our VIP registration. After July 1st, Schools and […]
Starting Location: Julian Heating & Air (Across from Spring Park) 123 E Main St, Heber Springs AR 72543 Cost: 5K Preregistration Fee: $30 Virtual Run: $25 5K Awards: Top Overall Male/Female 2nd Place Overall Male/Female Top Male/Female in the following categories: 12 & Under 13-19 20-29 30-39 40-49 50+ Registrations after September 20th are not […]
ARktoberfest Beer Mile hosted by Rapp's Barren Brewing in Mtn. Home, Arkansas. 2026 Start Time is 3:30 pm This race provides beer for participants. Completing the event requires participants to consume alcoholic beverages. No one under 21 years of age is permitted to participate (or register). There will not be an "alcohol free" category. Beer Mile in […]
Welcome to the Arkansas Graveler The Arkansas Graveler route winds through some of the most scenic, iconic rural roads of Arkansas. Daily ride distances average around 70 miles, with the option for a “fast & flat” century that highlights the Delta Heritage Trail State Park on the final day. This is a gravel TOUR, not […]
Welcome to Outback in the Ozarks — the first and only overnight team endurance relay set deep in the heart of Northwest Arkansas. Spanning 205 miles and 36 rugged legs, this one-of-a-kind adventure kicks off in the historic town of Eureka Springs and winds its way through the stunning Ozark National Forest and five state […]
The King of the Crag returns to Jamestown Crag for its 13th year on Saturday, October 10, 2026. What started as a grassroots climbing competition in the Arkansas Ozarks has grown into one of the state's most celebrated outdoor events, earning a Henry Award from the Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage & Tourism. More than […]
The Life Time Big Sugar Classic features a world-class mountain bike race and a world-class gravel race in the cycling capital of the U.S., Northwest Arkansas. It’s a week-long celebration that allows off-road enthusiasts to shred both the MTB trails and gravel roads that put this corner on the map. Wind down the season with a […]
Springdale Parks and Recreation is excited to offer the 2nd Annual Shaw-ctober 5K and Fun Run this fall for runners of all ages at Shaw Family Park in Springdale! Race starts at 7 AM (Fun Run at 8 AM) Finishers' medal included with registration. Packet Pickup: Thursday, October 8th (8 a.m.-4 p.m.) and Friday, October 9th (8 […]
Run, walk or bike your way to Fitness at the Rison in the Fall Festival! This event is sponsored by Absolute Health to help you fall into fitness. It serves as the official kick off for the festival, which will include a free concerts, fun and food for the whole family... plus fitness and wellness […]
Register by August 31st before registration goes up to $50. We are providing a custom CFC athletic hat this year! We will do a raffle this year! Stop at the Flying C Ranch aid station and get a mini-animal to exchange for a coupon to a local business. (This year it will be a true […]
Check-in and packet pickup can be completed on-site at Janssen Park, Mena, AR (at the historic log cabin). If you are checking-in and registering on Saturday, October 10th from 6:30 AM to 7:30 AM: Please park at 811 Port Arthur Ave, Mena, AR 71953 and walk/ride into the park. The park will be closed to vehicles […]
This year Tour da Delta will be a group gravel ride down the levee and gravel road of the beautiful Saint Francis National Forest out to Storm Creek Lake where there will be restrooms and a rest stop. We will also ride down the gravel road of the Forest out to where the Saint Francis […]
Proceeds from the Arky support our annual charity giving, including McGehee Boys' and Girl's Club, Big Dam Bridge Foundation, Recycle Bikes for Kids, Bicycle Advocacy of Central Arkansas, Bike League, Adventure Cycling Association, and others. IMPORTANT: THE NEW HWY 167, 4 LANE, DIVIDED BYPASS IS NOW OPEN. FROM PINE BLUFF OR LITTLE ROCK, TAKE THE […]
This year's event is limited to the first 100 riders to ensure that we provide the best experience for every single rider. NOTE FOR LICK FORK METRIC CENTURY (62-MILE) GRAVEL RIDE: We will not be able to post signs along the entire route, so you will need to be able to download the route to […]
CATA, with Arkansas State Parks, will be hosting a three-installment trail workday series at Pinnacle Mountain State Park! The workdays will take place on the 3rd Sunday of September, October and November. Would love to see you there! The Deets Where: Pinnacle Mountain State Park, Middle Mountain Trailhead When: Sept 20th, Oct 18th, Nov 15th, […]
IMPORTANT NOTES: NO CANCELLATIONS AFTER 10/12/2025!! PRE-SOLD MERCHANDISE CAN NOT BE REFUNDED!! Early bird Registration will close on August 17th at 11:59PM. Late Registration begins on October 12th at midnight. Only the first 400 participants are guaranteed a swag t-shirt. We can not guarantee size. There will be limited camping offered at Cedar Glades Park […]
The Arkansas State Championship Beer Mile combines fast running with a fun, festival atmosphere in one of the state’s most unique running events. Participants race four laps while consuming a beer before each lap, following traditional beer mile rules, creating a mix of athletic competition, strategy, and pure entertainment. Open to serious runners, casual competitors, […]
The Arkansas 20K will start and end at the River Center in Benton. All turns are marked with large signs with arrows. The race will be chip timed. The course will remain open until 11:00am. Temperatures can range from the mid-50s to mid- 80s. Humidity can sometimes be high. The 20K is an excellent test/training […]
Half marathon, 10K, 5K and Fun Run running festival. The half marathon distance will take runners through the city and into the countryside on the streets of Conway, Arkansas. Runners will experience the beauty of the UCA campus with tons of cheering students along the routes. Come enjoy a beautiful fall day with the start/finish […]
Recently voted one of the top 10 best half-marathons in the nation for 2024 by the USA Today Reader’s Choice Awards, the Creep ‘N Crawl Half/5K & Lil’ Monsters Dash is a family-oriented 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 […]
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