Arkansas Outside

Mount Nebo Bench Trail Run
2025-12-13 09:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | Mount Nebo State Park, 16728 West State Hwy. 155, Dardanelle, AR, 72834, United States
4 Mile Run & Walk around the Bench Trail on Mt Nebo State Park.

Greenwood Chamber of Commerce Yule Run
2025-12-13 09:00 - 11:00 | Harps Food Store – Greenwood, 301 W. Center Street, Greenwood, 72936, United States
Greenwood Chamber of Commerce Yule Run
5K Run
December 13, 2025
Registration is online only
Race Starts at 9:00 am (No entries will be accepted after 8:45 am)
Registration is $35
Early registration is $25 (by 11:59pm November 29th)
T-Shirt to the first 100 to pre register
Early package pickup Friday Dec 12, 1pm to 6 pm at the Chamber office, 16 Townsquare
Check in at the Greenwood Youth Building(only if you did not pick up day before) 8-8:45 am
#2 W. Center (Corner of Main and Center)

The White Elephant 5k & 1 Mile
2025-12-13 08:00 - 12:00 | Fayettevile Square, 1 W Center St., Fayetteville, 72701, United States
“White Elephant” gifts! These 5K and 1 Mile road races (run/walk) are sure to be jolly.

Jingle Jog
2025-12-13 08:00 - 11:00, 2025-12-13 08:00 - 09:30 | Peoples Bank – Magnolia, 500 North Jackson, Magnolia, 71753, United States
5k to fight childhood hunger in Columbia County

Spirit of Syllamo
2025-12-13 - 2025-12-14 | Blanchard Springs Recreation Area, 1110 Blanchard, Fifty Six, AR, United States
Run with passion and an unbreakable spirit – the journey through the forest is rugged and beautiful.
-Rusty Harvey, Race Co-founder & Finisher
Distances
100 Miles
35 Miles
10k
(Note – we measure distances in “ishes”)
Lodging
Numerous options within a 20 minute drive, including some spots at the Start/Finish.
Terrain
Highly maintained singletrack trails that are rugged, rocky, steep, and densely forested. There’s lots of water crossings. Depending on rain, creeks could be completely dry or waist deep. Safety will always be considered. In a single mile, runners may cross a creek, climb a mountain, traverse boulders, and flow through smooth trail.
Aid
Aid stations for this event can range from 5 to 13+ miles apart. It offers both relief and requires strategy by the runners as they are not spaced evenly apart.
Standard Syllamo Events Menu:
Hydration: Electrolyte mix, ginger ale, Coca-Cola, and water
Sports Nutrition: various gels or chews
Solid Foods: Sandwiches, fruit, pickles, chips, candy (hard and/or chocolate)
Cooked/Warm Foods: Commonly prepared by our wonderful volunteers
We do not supply NSAIDS or other pain relievers.
All aid stations will have basic first aid.
Swag, Post Race, and Awards
Standard Syllamo Events Swag includes a race shirt, stickers, and some giveaways from sponsors. Every event offers hats and other items available for purchase.
All Syllamo Events offer a lively, family friendly atmosphere with food, music, and activities. Meals are provided for all runners and extra meals are available for family/friends.
Spirit of Syllamo awards are custom made and substantial.
35 mile finishers receive a laser engraved award.
100 mile finisher receive a large laser engraved award and belt buckle.
Both distances receive a finishers magnet.
Should you DNF, you earn a glittery DNF bumper sticker. No judgements if you aspire to earn one, but maybe some side eye.

Crystal Bluffs - Guidebook Debut and Documentary Viewing
2025-12-12 17:00 - 20:00 | Argenta Plaza, 510 N Main St,, North Little Rock, 72114, United States
Central Arkansas! Next month we are cohosting an event with @explorenlr to celebrate the release of the latest climbing guidebook for the state of Arkansas: Rock Climbing Arkansas, 3rd Edition, Eastern Crags featuring a Q&A with the man himself, Cole Fennel!

During the event, we will also be premiering the Crystal Bluff documentary made by Jonathan Childs (produced by NLR Tourism Bureau).

We are excited to see our community come out, get a first look at the new guidebook, ask the author questions, and see the documentary for the first time. Snacks and drinks will be provided/available. The event will take place at Argenta Plaza from 5-8.

2025 USA Cycling Cyclocross National Championships
2025-12-10 - 2025-12-14 | Centennial Park, S Centennial Park Ln, Fayetteville, AR, 72704, United States
The full competition schedule can be found here.
Please review the event eligibility guide here to ensure participation qualifications are met.
All riders who want to compete in the categories of Junior 17-18, U23, or Elite must be a United States citizen with a USA sporting nationality and have a current UCI/international license issued by USA Cycling or a recognized foreign federation. In addition, riders must meet all eligibility, licensing, category, and age requirements as indicated in the eligibility guide linked above.
For event updates and additional resources, refer to the USA Cycling Cyclocross National Championships event page as it will continue to be updated leading into the event.
Location Information
Learn more about our host here. You will be able to find lodging options and information on local restaurants and activities.
Questions can be directed to nationalevents@usacycling.org.
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Any USA Cycling member could be tested at any event organized or sanctioned by USA Cycling and must adhere to all USADA, UCI and/or their designees anti-doping control procedures in effect at the event. Watch this short video to ensure you are adhering to anti-doping rules.
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USA Cycling has a No Refund Policy for National Championships. We suggest adding the Participant Registration Insurance when completing your registration in BikeReg.

First Sunday Ride
2025-12-07 13:00 - 16:00 | Equestrian Trailhead Parking – Burns Park, 4700 Joe K. Poch Dr, North Little Rock, 72118, United States
The First Sunday Ride is a simple idea. Frank Webber of Shift Modern Cyclery and Joe Jacobs of ArkansasOutside.com wanted to carve out time each month to enjoy the local trails with friends. Instead of keeping it to themselves, they decided to open the invite to anyone who wants to join. This is a casual friends ride where new faces are welcome, good conversations happen, and the goal is to have fun on the dirt.
Each month, riders come together to explore local singletrack, meet fellow riders, and get to know the trails that make central Arkansas such a great place to ride. Frank and Joe love seeing new people show up, so if you are looking for a welcoming group to ride with, this is your chance.
The first ride will meet at the Equestrian Trailhead Parking Lot in Burns Park at 1 pm on Sunday, December 7, 2025. If the turnout is large, riders will split into A, B, and C groups so everyone can find the pace and style of ride that fits. Eat before you arrive, bring your helmet, and be ready to roll right at 1 pm.
If you have not tried the new and rebuilt trails at Burns Park, this is the perfect time to discover them. If you already know the system, then you know how much fun is waiting. Come ride, make new friends, and start your month with a good time on the trail.
Each rider is responsible for themselves on this ride.

Go Nuts or Go Home Enduro
2025-12-07 08:00 - 17:00 | Coler Mountain Bike Preserve 1, 2003 NW Homestead Ln, Bentonville, AR, 72712, United States
Time & Location
December 5-7, 2025, 2500 NW 3rd St, Bentonville, AR 72712
Description:
Friday, December 5, 2025 – Pre-ride will open at noon with taped course.
Saturday, December 6, 2025 – XC Race for Juniors, Adults & EMTB
Sunday, December 7, 2025 – Enduro for Juniors, Adults & EMTB
Get ready to Go Nuts or Go Home at the ultimate mountain biking weekend, happening December 5-7 in Bentonville, Arkansas! With Saturday’s XC race and Sunday’s enduro race at the iconic Coler Mountain Bike Preserve, this epic event is set to bring thrills, speed, and fierce competition to the heart of a city built for mountain biking!
Online registration only.
Enduro Regular Registration Price
Amateurs $75
Experts $85
Pros $100 – cash payout
$10 late fee week of RACE
Includes t-shirt if registered by cut off date.
T-Shirt Guarantee Cutoff – November 24, 2025
Course Map – Coming soon
Enduro Race Day Start Times:
Registration Opens 8am
Rider’s Meet 8:45am
EMTB released at 9:00am
PROS released at 9:00am
EXPERTS released at 9:15am
AMATEURS released at 9:45am
Awards 3pm or to volume
Severe weather policy
Unless otherwise posted, race will be held. Safety of all racers is our main priority. If there is a delay or cancellation due to weather conditions, racers are responsible for checking information posted by director. The information will be posted on the homepage of website, social network avenues, and via email up to 72 hours prior to the race.
Transfer/Refund Policy
There will be no registration refunds once registration is processed. We will allow transfers to upcoming races. All transfers must be requested 10 days prior and is only allowed for races that were rescheduled. Transfers will not be allowed 10 days before race or after race.

Harbor of Heroes Mile Run
2025-12-07 06:00 - 08:00 | Spring Lake Park, 4303 N Park Rd, Texarkana, TX, 75501, United States
Harbor of Heroes Mile Run is a one-mile mission in memory of the Pearl Harbor’s fallen. It’s also the first Slow Misfit “Mission” to help get us started up!
MISSION BRIEF: Harbor of Heroes Mile RUN
Date: Sunday December 7th, 2025
Location: Spring Lake Park or Virtual
Time: 0700
Distance: 1 Mile
Cost:
XP (Members Only)- 25 (Bonus 10 XP if you bring a runner)
MISSION OBJECTIVE
On December 7th, 1941 – a calm harbor was shattered, and thousands gave everything.
This December, we lace up in their honor.
The Harbor of Heroes Mile isn’t just a run – it’s a tribute.
One mile. One Purpose. One nation that remembers.
We’re calling on every Misfit to report for duty:
-Run solo or with your squad
-Wear red, white, and blue
-Carry a flag
-Run for them
HONOR THROUGH ACTION
You don’t need medals to show heart. You don’t need uniform to remember the fallen. All you need is the will to move- one mile at a time.
Tag your phots: HarborofHeroesMile and #SlowMisfits

The Merry Mile
2025-12-06 17:00 - 20:00 | Mystic Creek, 191 Club House Drive, El Dorado, 71730, United States
Wear your ugly sweaters and please join El Dorado Service League for a family friendly 5k Walk/Run!
Date: Saturday, December 06, 2025
Location: Mystic Creek | El Dorado, AR
Registration (begins at 4:00 pm): $35/adult | $20/kid *DISCOUNT IS APPLIED WHEN ENTERING AGE AT REGISTRATION*
Race starts at 5:00 and is expected to end by 8:00 PM

Pie Ride
2025-12-06 10:00 - 17:00 | Downtown Keo, 226 Main Street, Keo, AR, 72083, United States
Welcome to the Pie Ride in Keo, Arkansas! This Southern Lonoke County (SoLoCo) town of just 207 residents is known for their Bike Friendly atmoshere.
The Pie Ride starts at 10:00am, Saturday, December 6, 2025 from the Keo Airstrip on Pecan Road. The airstrip is located one-half mile east of Keo on Pecan Road at the intersection of Cemetary Road.
Packet Pickup will be on Wednesday, December 3 at Moody Brews from 4:00pm to 7:00pm.
The morning of the ride, check in with the Keo Collective at the Airstrip and you will be directed to the start line on the runway. You can use the bag you received at Packet Pickup as a drop bag. Write your name on the outside of the bag and put any clothes you want to change into after the ride and the Keo Collective will get the bags to the Finish Line at the Pecan Festival.
The official Finish Line is in Keo. Feel free to hang out at the festival after enjoying a delicious slice of Pecan Pie. You can store your bike in the secure bike area, grab a Moody Brews pour and check out all the activities at the festival.
Please note that riders who sign up the morning of the ride are not guaranteed pie after the ride.
After enjoying your pie and the festival, you can noodle back to your vehicle at the Keo Airstrip. Remember to grab your drop bag with your kit, helmet and riding shoes before heading back to the airstrip on your bike.
The direction of both routes will be Clockwise this year.
SoLoCo 35
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/52192137
SoLoCo 25
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/52192236

Mena Winterfest Reindeer Fun Run/Walk
2025-12-06 10:00 - 11:30 | Janssen Park, Mena, AR
Join us for a 2k Fun Run/Walk for the entire family. Wear a holiday themed costume or an “ugly” Christmas sweater and enjoy the scenic winter sites at Janssen Park. Join us as we kickoff the holiday with the last Fun Run/Walk of the year!
This event is not timed.
Please consider bringing a toy to donate to Toys for Tots and help fill Santa’s Sleigh for the children of Polk County!

NARMC Santa Shuffle Fun Run 2025
2025-12-06 10:00 - 11:00 | North Arkansas Regional Medical Center, 620 N. Main Street, Harrison, 72601, United States
WE’RE BACK FOR OUR 7th YEAR!
Mark your calendar for Saturday, December 6, as we launch the Holiday season with our 7th Annual NARMC Santa Shuffle Fun Run/Walk. Embrace the joy of giving this year while creating lasting memories. Consider starting a new holiday tradition with friends and family!
We’ll begin at North Arkansas Regional Medical Center, where you can walk or jog alongside Santa and Mrs. Claus down Harrison’s Main Street and around our historic town square, all while being serenaded by Christmas music and cheered on by Santa’s helpers!
Once you cross the finish line, Santa’s elves will welcome you with a limited-edition Santa Shuffle medal around your neck, then you can head over to Santa’s sweet shop for some hot cocoa and cookies. This will be a day to remember!
Simply donate a new child’s toy and you will receive a FREE Santa Suit (coat, pants, hat, belt and a beard) to wear the day of the race. This event is for ALL ages.
OVER 1,000 GIFTS GIVEN LAST YEAR TO CHILDREN IN OUR FIVE-COUNTY SERVICE AREA!!
We hope you will join us in person this year but if you are unable to attend and would still like to have a part in bringing joy to a child’s life this Christmas, then join us as a Virtual Santa! Drop off toys at the times indicated below or make a donation here to make a difference.
Gifts do not need to be wrapped. Gifts should be for children between ages birth – 12th grade.
All the toys will be given to organizations in the five counties that NARMC serves. Make lasting memories and help make a child’s Christmas special this year by joining us for the Santa Shuffle!

Epsilon Alpha Lambda's 2nd Annual Founders Day Fun 2K Run/Walk
2025-12-06 09:30 - 11:00 | Gatling Park, 2325 Tyler Street, Conway, 72034, United States
We, members of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc the Epsilon Alpha Lamda Chapter seated in Conway, Arkansas started the Inaugural movement last year. This year, we’re keeping it running…
The 2nd Annual Founders Day Fun Run & Walk is back — the same event that made history as the First Founders Day Fun Run in Arkansas!
Meet us December 6th at 9:30am in Gatling Park for good vibes, community, and community causes that matters.
Early Bird Special ends Nov 12th | Pet Friendly | Proceeds support the Children’s Advocacy Alliance and Faulkner County Scholarships!!

36 Hours of Black Bear
2025-12-06 09:00 - 17:00 | Shores Lake
This is a free, donation based “fun run” put on by RD N. Johnson and Assistant RD S. Turner. This is basically like any training run you would do on your own. Only difference, we’re feeding you. A donation jar to cover food and drinks will be at the start/finish or you can email us at haremountain100@gmail.com if you want to donate when you sign up.
Race date and time:
The 36 Hours of Black Bear starts at 9:20am, the 15 miler starts at 9am.
A loop course on the Shores Lake/White Rock spur of the Ozark Highlands Trail, starting and finishing at Shores Lake Recreation Area. It is all on trail.
Each loop is approximately 15 miles and over 3500 feet of elevation gain (so the 15 miler is 15 with 3500). If someone can do 8 loops in 36 hours, that’s ~ 120 miles and over 28,000 feet of elevation gain.
At the start/finish at Shores Lake we will have bonfires, camping, food, beverages and a really good time.
This year, the event is limited to 15 runners (combined distances).
There is only one winner of the 36 Hours.
Details
Runners will alternate directions with each loop. The run will begin with a CW loop (15 milers do one CW loop). The next loop will be CCW. Loop 3 CW and so on. On the first lap, runners will most likely do the White Rock Rim trail. If this is something we make part of the course, we will ask that you not most of the rim trail. It is on a bluff.
All other loops will just be to the OHT TH parking at the top and turn around.
We’ll have a couple of tents and food at Shores Lake. I suggest you camp there and have all of the gear and your favorite foods too. Just in case we might not have your tummy’s favorite.
We’ll have quesadillas, avocados, peanut butter, maybe pizza, sodas, tailwind, chips, turkey burgers, veggie burgers, etc. We will not have gels for this event.
Please bring lots of light. We would like for you to have 2 sources on you if you are doing night loops.
You should prepare for warm or cold daytime temps and chilly nighttime temps. We suggest blister kits, rain gear, anti chafing cream, extra shoes, etc.
There will be one major aid station at the start/finish at Shores Lake. Runners will retrieve something at the TH at White Rock on every loop they complete. Fifteen milers will do the same. There are 2 county road crossings, one on the West side and one on the East. There will be light aid at those intersections. As in, water. We cannot leave food unattended like we had panned due to recent bear activity.
The start/finish at Shores Lake has camping.
This loop is the final portion of the Hare Mountain 100, 50 and 60k. So, a great little taste of the course if you are looking to run HM this fall.

Hearts of Gold Classic 5K Run/Walk
2025-12-06 09:00 - 11:00 | Ben Geren Regional Park, Golf Course Loop, Fort Smith, AR, 72916, United States
This holiday run will be held at Ben Geren Regional Park in Fort Smith. Start and Finish will be at the Ben Geren Community Safe Shelter. Timed by Jaymax Race Timing. This run will benefit Project Compassion’s Hearts of Gold Christmas gifts program for Nursing Home residents without friends and family. Medals for 5K top 3 in each category and finisher medals. Register now for t-shirt and goodie bag. Register by Nov. 21 for guaranteed t-shirt size. Wear your Santa Hats, Reindeer Antlers/Red Noses, Ugly sweaters, and Jingle Bells!
Honor Dr. Stein by bringing new, non-skid socks to donate to nursing home residents.
This event is celebrating the life of Dr. Eric J. Stein. He was a champion for the elderly, and for pets – especially dogs. He was an ambassador of cheer, humor, and encouragement everywhere he went, a courageous advocate for the less fortunate, a passionate Board member for Project Compassion, and a loyal, life-long friend to those lucky enough to know him. He adored his family. He was an outstanding optometrist who truly enjoyed treating his patients. He also loved Hearts of Gold! Come out, have fun, and help us celebrate a life well lived. The Stein family is grateful for all who support this event in honor of Eric and they ask everyone to remember residents in long term care at the holidays and everyday.

Go Nuts Or Go Home XC Race
2025-12-06 08:00 - 17:00 | Coler Mountain Bike Preserve 1, 2003 NW Homestead Ln, Bentonville, AR, 72712, United States
Time & Location
December 6, 2025, Coler Mountain Bike Preserve, 2500 NW 3rd St, Bentonville, AR 72712
Description
Friday, December 5, 2025 – Pre-ride will open at noon with taped course.
Saturday, December 6, 2025 – XC Race for Juniors, Adults & EMTB
Sunday, December 7, 2025 – Enduro for Juniors, Adults & EMTB
Get ready to Go Nuts or Go Home at the ultimate mountain biking weekend, happening December 6-7 in Bentonville, Arkansas! With Saturday’s XC race and Sunday’s enduro race at the iconic Coler Mountain Bike Preserve, this epic event is set to bring thrills, speed, and fierce competition to the heart of a city built for mountain biking!
Online registration only.
XC Regular Registration Price $50
Add $10 to all PRO/CAT 1 15+ (overall payout)
$10 Late fee week of race
Includes t-shirt if registered by cut off date (10 days prior to event date).
Start Times
EMTB 9:30am
PRO / CAT 1 10am
CAT 2 / Single Speed – 10:15am
CAT 3 – 10:30am
Women’s Novice – 10:45am
Clydesdale- 10:45am
Sasquatch -10:45am
Awards to follow
XC Categories
Expert/Pro Payout
Go Nuts Regionals (GNR) eMTB Rules as follows:
1) Maximum 750watts – assistance up to 20 miles per hour – Pedaling assistance only. No hand or foot throttle allowed. Automatic disqualification. Bicycles must remain locked, i.e., no modification of wheel sensor from factory circumference or any other modification to manipulate the factory set speed of the bike.
2) Throttle mechanisms are prohibited.
3) Studded tires are prohibited.
4) It is forbidden to change e-bike during the event even if the rider finishes the event with the same race plate.
5) It is forbidden to recharge the e-bike or battery in the technical zone during the GNR event.
6) Technical assistance consists of the replacement or repairs of any part of the e-bike at the exception of the frame, wheels or battery.
7) Riders age categories are 18 and under, 19-39, 40-49 and 50 plus for Classes; Amateurs, Experts and Open Pro.
8) Riders can only use the battery in place on their bike and cannot carry or switch out an additional battery during the competition.
9) Race course length will be 4.5 – 7 miles depending on difficulty. Steeper climbs and more technical than normal XC will be tested on some courses. Each category will start an hour apart and should be completed within their hour.
10) Races will be conducted regardless of weather conditions. In the event of rain or other unfavorable conditions, it may be necessary to alter the order of the event schedule, including but not limited to, adjusting the length of the race or delaying or stopping the program completely. Should a delay occur, every effort will be made to resume the schedule in a timely fashion if conditions significantly improve.
11) No headphones, earphones or sound devices permitted. Horns and bells are permitted.
12) Riders are required to wear the appropriate helmet. Other protective gear is optional; gloves, goggles, elbow/knee guards, etc.
13) Shirt, shoes, and pants/shorts required. Clipless or flat pedals are both permitted.
15) An E-Mountain Bike is a bike operated with two energy sources, human pedal power and an electric engine, which only provides assistance when the rider is pedaling.
16) The course will the taped and marked. Any rider cutting the course will be disqualified.
17) Any behavior deemed in appropriate or unsportsmanlike like conduct will not be tolerated. Verbal or physical infractions will result in a disqualification.
Severe weather policy
Unless otherwise posted, race will be held. Safety of all racers is our main priority. If there is a delay or cancellation due to weather conditions, racers are responsible for checking information posted by director.
The information will be posted on the homepage of website, social network avenues, and via email up to 72 hours prior to the race.
Transfer/Refund Policy
There will be no registration refunds once registration is processed. We will allow transfers to upcoming races. All transfers must be requested 10 days prior and is only allowed for races that were rescheduled. Transfers will not be allowed 10 days before race or after race.

LOViT Trail Marathon
2025-12-06 08:00 - 15:00 | Shangri La Resort, Nature Trail, Mt Ida, AR, 71957, United States
hangri La is located 25 miles west of Hot Springs and 12 miles east of Mount Ida off of Hwy 270. You will turn onto Shangri-La Drive and make the first left which is OLD HWY 270. Look for signs posted for the run. Registration will be set up 500 ft down OLD HWY 270. Parking will be at that location and along the road.

The course will be on the Lake Ouachita Vista Trail, a single track foot path. This contains no significant creek crossings.
Aid: There will be a total of 6 aid stations set up along the trail; all will have water and Gatorade, along with various goodies. Drop bag service will be available.
There is no application or entry fee. There will be a waiver to sign and a can for donations to cover run expenses.
Please keep your own time and check in at the finish.
Race Director: Steve Campbell
Check out more information on the Lake Ouachita Vista Trail http://lakeouachitavistatrail.com/WP/

Hope for the Holiday Half Marathon and 5k
2025-12-06 08:00 - 12:00 | Eagle Mountain, 600 Eagle Mountain Blvd, Batesville, 72501, United States
The race is being held to honor the memory of Garrett Yeager beloved friend, son, brother and father. All proceeds will be donated in his memory to Special Olympics of Batesville and New Hope Refuge. New Hope Refuge is a faith based and Christ centered program for women who are struggling with substance abuse issues.
The race course you get a little bit of everything. Starting out in the beautiful Eagle Mountain neighborhood for the 5k. The half marathon will continue over to the beautiful campus of Lyon College, once at Lyon you will jump on the 3/4 mile trail section of the course, upon exiting the trail you will run the country roads leading back to the main highway to work your way back to Eagle Mountain.
Each participant will receive a finishers medal and race hoodie. Race registration will cut off on November 30th to be guaranteed a hoodie. Packet pickup will be race morning starting at 630 until 7:45.
Cancellation Policy
If the race is cancelled all entries will be deferred to the 2025 race. Sorry, no refunds.

Murfreesboro 4th Annual Diamond Jingle 5K Color Run
2025-12-06 08:00 - 11:30 | Cassatot Community College, 325 West Main Street, Murfreesboro, 71953, United States
4th Annual Diamond Jingle 5K Color Run —
Join us on December 6th here in Murfreesboro, AR for the 2025 Diamond Jingle 5K Color Run! This 5K was created to help support local charities. Our mission is to help raise funds to enrich these charities and grow!

The Triple C at Woolly Hollow
2025-12-06 08:00 - 11:00 | Woolly Hollow State Park, 82 Woolly Hollow Rd, Greenbrier, 72058, United States
This is an annual trail race in memory of Curtis Colt Childress, who was killed in a motorcycle accident on September 26, 2024. The race distances are 10, 4, and 1 miles through the trails at Woolly Hollow State Park. All proceeds will go to the Cabugcayan Mission/Biliran Church of Christ in the Philippines, which is where Curtis’s wife, Ruby, and daughter, Curtlyn, live. Donations are appreciated!
The Triple C takes place on the first Saturday of December because Curtis was born on December 6th. Curtis loved children and never met a stranger in his life, so the 1 mile fun run/walk is set up for children or anyone else who doesn’t want to run or just wants a short trail experience.
The 10 miles course takes place along a short paved section at the back of the park and follows the Enders Fault Mountain Bike Trail, ending at the top of the dirt access road in the Enders Fault gravel parking lot. The 4 miles course begins on the paved road by the pavilion, follows the Huckleberry Trail through the woods and along a short section of the main paved road, runs by the falls, around the lake, up the dirt access road, and finishes in the Enders Fault gravel parking lot. The 1 mile course begins on pavement just past the pavilion, runs through the gravel Enders Fault parking lot, down the dirt access road with a turnaround back to the finish in the gravel parking lot. Awards will be given to the top three male and female finishers of the 10 and 4 miles courses.
This race is great for beginner trail runners, those more experienced runners who want to hit a PR on shorter courses, anyone looking to get in a solid training race for something bigger, and anyone else who just wants to support our cause by spending some time in nature and getting awesome swag, to boot! We hope to see everyone out there with us, can’t wait to meet new faces, and are so excited to be honoring the memory of Curtis by doing something he loved in the Park that was an integral part of his life.
Woolly Hollow is a leave no trace state park. Trash bags will be available at aid stations, and there will be two, one on the 10 miler around 4.5 miles and on the 4 miler before the waterfall. Please stash your trash!
IN-PERSON REGISTRATIONS AFTER 11/6/25 WILL NOT BE GUARANTEED A SHIRT. VIRTUAL REGISTRATIONS AFTER 11/6/25 WILL NOT BE GUARANTEED A SHIRT OR MEDAL. Virtual packets will be mailed after the final completion date of 12/31/25.

Reindeer Run/Walk 5K
2025-12-06 08:00 - 11:00 | Vilonia Softball Complex, 41 N Mt Olive Rd, Vilonia, 72173, United States
The annual Reindeer Run/Walk 5K is a project of and benefits the Vilonia Lions Club. The live road race starts and ends at the Vilonia Softball Complex. There will be 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place medals for each category and overall Female and Male winners. We will have winners for Most Glasses Donated, Most Festive, Largest Group, and Best Dressed Pet. This race will be expertly timed by MacDonald Timing LLC. If you register during Early Registration, you will receive a guaranteed exclusive Reindeer Run T-shirt. Those who register during normal registration are not guaranteed a t-shirt. Any donations of eye-glasses are greatly appreciated!

Fayetteville Half Marathon
2025-12-06 07:00 - 13:00 | Razorback Gardens, 450 S. Razorback Rd, Fayetteville, AR, 72701, United States
Four distances to choose from…half marathon, 10K, 5K and fun run. The race will visit some of Fayetteville’s most unique spots.
There are also virtual options.

Entry Fees are Priced with a T-Shirt

Entry Fees are priced with a long-sleeved ringspun cotton t-shirt , but a participant has the option to select no t-shirt and SAVE $5 or upgrade fabric to a Ringspun Hoodie for $15. Shirt size not guaranteed after November 28. If a shirt is ordered and the size is not available then a refund will be issued at packet pickup.
Race T-Shirt Fabric Options and Styles:

NO Shirt Option – Save $5
Ringspun Cotton T-shirt (NO CHARGE) – 100% cotton unisex sizing.
Ringspun Hoodie ($15 upgrade fee) – unsex sizing

Images coming soon.

Finisher Medals

Every participant will receive a unique custom designed finisher medal.

Jacob Wells 3 Bridges Marathon
2025-12-06 07:00 - 13:00 | Two Rivers Park Bridge, 4468 River Mountain Rd, Little Rock, AR, 72223, United States
3 Bridges Marathon – Saturday, December 6, at 7:00 a.m.
River Mountain Park/ Two Rivers Bridge – 4468 River Mountain Road, Little Rock, AR
Aid Stations, Restrooms, and Medical Support
There are aid stations that average nearly every mile. There are numerous restrooms, including permanent restrooms on the River Trail and portable ones that we will place on the course. Medical personnel will be on duty at the Start/Finish and on the course. A clothing drop will be at Mile 2, where you may leave any clothing to be delivered to the finish line.
Awards
Awards will go to the top three males and females overall, master, grand master and senior and to the top five males and females in five-year age groups starting with 19 and under through 75+.
The awards ceremony will be held at 11 a.m. for the overall winners. Following the ceremony, age group awards may be picked up at the information booth as soon as the results in that age group have been verified and finalized by the timing company. Early starters may not pick up awards until their age groups have been verified and all regular starters in their age group have finished.
Course
The course is almost entirely on the Arkansas River Trail and is a 19-mile loop to the east and then a 7-mile loop to the west. The course crosses the Big Dam Bridge at Miles 1 and 18, the Clinton Presidential Bridge at Mile 9, and the Two Rivers Bridge at Miles 19 and 26. The course crosses the Start/Finish line going west at 19 miles. The course is mostly flat, except for the three bridges. The course is mostly paved trail. The course is USATF certified as AR13030DLP. See the Course tab for more detail.
All miles are clearly marked. Please carry your trash and dispose at the mile markers or aid stations. Mile 9 is prior to the Clinton Presidential Bridge going east. Mile 10 is on the Clinton Presidential Bridge on the return trip. Mile 18 is on the Big Dam Bridge going west. Mile 26 is on the Two Rivers Bridge.
Directions
See Parking tab for directions to runner parking and the Spectators tab for directions to spectator viewing sites.
Drop Bags
Numbered drop bags will be provided at packet pickup. We discourage placing valuables in drop bags.
The drop bag area is a U-Haul parked at the Start/Finish line area near where you will be dropped off by the 3 Bridges Marathon trolley. It will be December in Arkansas, so it could be 20 degrees or 70 degrees and may change that much overnight. Bring plenty of warm clothes for after the race. You may retrieve your bag immediately upon finishing, get warm, and enjoy food, music, and fellowship.
Early Start
An early start of 5:00 am will be allowed for those expecting to take between six and eight hours. Runners expecting to take longer than six hours are asked to take the early start option or may be removed from the course. Runners taking the early start and finishing significantly faster than six hours may be disqualified.
Indicate Early Start with your online registration. If you did not indicate so with your online registration, email your request to info@3bridgesmarathon.com with the email subject EARLY START. You may not take the early start option unless you have registered online with your normal race registration or received an email confirmation of your post-registration email request. Runners starting early without having registered to do so are subject to disqualification. If you are unsure, confirm at packet pickup that you are on the registered early start list.
See the Parking instructions for early starters. Early starters are responsible for being at the starting line at 5:00 a.m. Early Starters will park near the boat dock at River Mountain Park (4468 River Mountain Road, Little Rock, AR).
Early starters are eligible for awards in every age group but may not pick up their awards at the information booth until all regular starters in that age group have completed the race and the timing company has declared the results in that age group to be final.
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Fee
Registration fees for the 3 Bridges Marathon are non-refundable, but are transferrable through the RunSignUp site for a $20 fee. See Transfers and Deferral Option policy. Registration for the marathon is $120 plus service fee through November 10, then $140 through noon December 4. Late registration will be offered at packet pick-up for $160. There is no race day registration.
Half Marathon
There is no half marathon option or other race distance.
Information Booth
There will be an information tent at the Start/Finish where you may address issues and ask questions. Shirt exchanges will be accommodated based on availability by request at the information booth on race day FOLLOWING THE RACE START. Shirt exchanges will not be mailed after race day. Age group awards will be available at the information booth as each age group is verified and finalized by the timing company, following the 11 a.m. awards ceremony.
Medals
Every finisher gets a medal, which will be distributed at the finish line.
Packet Pickup
Packet pickup will be at Rock City Running in the Market Place Shopping Center, 11121 N Rodney Parham Rd Ste 37B, Little Rock, Arkansas on Friday, December 5, from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. The phone number is (501) 313-4689. Rock City is owned by Bill Torrey, legendary Arkansas Hall of Fame runner. Packet pickup will also be available on race morning at the Start/Finish area from 4:30 a.m. until the last packet is claimed. We thank Rock City Running for hosting us!
Parking Instructions
Detailed Parking instructions are listed here. Do not attempt to drive down or to park on or at the bottom of River Mountain Road after the Early Start. This area is reserved for race officials, volunteers, and emergency vehicles. Failure to comply with this requirement may result in disqualification and ban from future 3 Bridges events.
Photographs
Race photographs will be taken by Marvin Winston and his team from Run Bike Swim Photos. Signs will indicate upcoming photographers. You will be contacted after the race with proofs and purchase information. Photos can be ordered at www.runbikeswimphotos.com.
Post-Race Activities
Post-race finish line activities will include the awards ceremony at 11:00 a.m. and food and beverages for runners, friends, and family.
Race Results
Race results will be provided immediately by Garner Timing Services on your smart phone through the RunSignUp.com Results app in your app store. Provide your bib number to your family and friends for an instant finishing time. Full race results will be posted at garnertiming.com. Race results will also be provided to MarathonGuide.
Safety
Medical personnel from Metropolitan Emergency Medical Services (MEMS) will be on hand at the Start/Finish and patrolling the course. Law enforcement will be on hand at the Start/Finish and at every section of the course that converges with traffic.
For the short sections of the Arkansas River Trail that converge with the roadway, runners must remain aware of vehicular traffic at all times. Runners must remain to the right side of the roadway, observe course monitors’ instruction, and proceed through intersections with caution. Race numbers should be securely pinned to the front of your clothing and visible at all times.
Strollers, rollerblades, skates, unauthorized vehicles, and pets are strictly prohibited to ensure runner safety. Pets are prohibited on the 3 Bridges Marathon trolley, except for service animals.
Shirts
Shirts are long-sleeve unisex technical fabric. Select from XS, S, M, L, XL, and XXL at the time of registration. Shirt sizes may be exchanged on race day at the Rock City Running information tent subject to availability. Shirt exchanges will not be mailed after race day.
Spectator Guide
See the Spectators guide prepared for your friends and family to enjoy the day cheering for you along the course. You will not find another course on trails this beautiful that is also this accessible. The guide includes directions, descriptions, and approximate mile marks for numerous viewing areas. Your friends and family may see you many times, often twice at one stop in a short period. Better yet, have your friends and family volunteer for an early or late shift and cheer the other half of the day!
The course is almost entirely on the Arkansas River Trail system. However, in a few short stretches, roads with vehicular access converge with sections of the trail. Although we know you will be very mindful of traffic and there will be police officers at these locations, please remind your friends and family that if they drive near the course to be courteous and careful.
Time Limit
The race begins at 7:00 a.m. There is a 6 hour time limit for the regular start. There is an early start option at 5:00 a.m. for runners planning to take between 6 and 8 hours. There is an 8 hour time limit for the early start. See details under Early Start above. Runners expecting to take longer than six hours are asked to take the early start option or may be removed from the course.
Travel
There is no host hotel and no hotel within walking distance to the parking lots. Race shuttles will not offer pickups from hotels. Prior transportation plans are encouraged.
Participants staying at local hotels may have a cab bring them to the race parking lot, and then ride the shuttle to the starting line. Cabs will only be allowed to deliver participants to the starting line for the Early Start. Instructing your cab to drive down River Mountain Road for the regular start may result in disqualification and ban from future 3 Bridges events.
Volunteers
It takes a tremendous number of volunteers to carry out a marathon. See Volunteers for clubs and organizations involved. Every major running club in central Arkansas has committed members and resources to make the 3 Bridges Marathon possible. If you would like to volunteer write info@3bridgesmarathon.com.
Waiver
The marathon waiver is included with your online registration. Specifically note the Event Policies tab regarding cancellations, registration refunds, deferral option, waiting list, transfers, and inclement weather. Online signature of the waiver upon registration acknowledges your understanding and adherence to all event policies.
Thank you for complying with all runner instructions.

Dogtown Chilly 5K
2025-11-29 09:00 - 11:00 | Lakewood POA, 4500 Lakeshore Dr, North Little Rock, 72116, United States
Dogtown Chilly 5K is a charity race hosted by Rotary Club of North Little Rock and Lakewood Property Owners Association (LPOA). All proceeds go to benefit NLR Rotary’s college scholarship for North Little Rock High School Graduates and the NLR Rotary Literacy program for primary and elementary students, also known as “I Like Me”.

You may walk, run, skate, bring your dog, bring your friend, or bring your friend’s dog. All paces welcome. This will be a family oriented event with an ice skating rink, a bouncy house, a cook out, and lots of fun so bring your crew or just bring you.

GREAT DUCK RACE
2025-11-29 08:00 - 11:00 | Farmers & Merchants Bank, 708 S. Main Street, Stuttgart, 72160, United States
WADDLE, WALK, RUN OR FLY 5k or 10k!
Stuttgart AR is known for being the Rice and Duck Capital of the World. Join us Thanksgiving weekend for the Wings Over the Prairie Festival! Get a gaggle of friends or fly alone and conquer new goals. If you can’t make it to Stuttgart the Saturday after Thanksgiving, feel free to participate virtually from anywhere!
10K RUNNERS RECEIVE A FINISHER MEDAL!
Register by October 31 to guarantee medal availability.
Every participant in the Great Duck Race 5K and 10K receives an official t-shirt. Specific shirt sizes cannot be guaranteed after October 31.

Age Division Place Medals will be awarded in each race along with an overall Male and Female Winner.
AGE DIVISIONS in each race:
10 and under
11-15
16-19
20-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60-69
70+

Starting Line is at Farmers & Merchants Bank, 708 S. Main St.
Runners should pick up their packet and shoe tag between 6:30-7:30am.
Late registration is from 6:30-7:30am. Day of registration will close promptly at 7:30am!
Runner should be ready to run at 7:30am
10K Start 8:00am
5K Start 8:10am
Early packet pick up is available at the Stuttgart Chamber of Commerce, 507 S Main. on Monday, November 24 from Noon-5:00pm, Tuesday 8:00am-5:00pm and Wednesday 8:00am-5:00pm.
After the race, join us downtown for the rest of the festival activities! www.stuttgartduckfest.com

RVR Talk Turkey to Me 5k Turkey Trot
2025-11-29 08:00 - 10:00 | Tucker Coliseum, 1604 N Coliseum Dr., Russellville, 72802, United States
Come on out and Talk Turkey to Me on November 29th for a fun-filled 5K and kids fun run! The race kicks off at 8 a.m. and will benefit the Main Street Mission in Russellville. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun way to start your day, this event is perfect for the whole family.
Main Street Mission provides a compassionate and supportive environment for individuals and families facing a crisis. They offer hot meals, groceries, clothing, and furniture to those in need, and they also provide assistance with employment and housing.
You can make an even bigger impact by bringing non-perishable food items to the event. For every item you donate, you’ll receive a raffle ticket for a chance to win some great prizes. All donations will go directly to the Main Street Mission to help stock their pantry and support the community.
MSM serve meals in their kitchen every day Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 9:30 for breakfast and 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.for lunch. The following items are always welcome:
– Coffee – Plastic wrap
– Creamer – Pine Sol
– Tea – Toilet paper
– Sugar – Paper towels
– Salt & Pepper – Dishwashing soap
– Napkins – Liquid hand soap
– Condiments – Laundry detergent
– Rice – Bleach
– Dried Beans – Windex
– Pasta – 50-gallon trash bags
– Cooking oil – Aluminum foil
– Napkins
Gather your friends, family, and running shoes, and get ready to talk turkey for a great cause!
The top 3 male and female runners and walkers will get a Butterball gift certificate. We will also do age awards for 0-9, 10-19, 20-29, 30-30, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+ for our runners and walkers divisions. So stick around for those after the kids fun run!
Check-in for pre Register will start at 6:30 to 7:45a Saturday 11/29.
We will have some same day registration available for $40 from 6:30a to 7:30a but you are not guaranteed a shirt and medal so sign up early!!!

Black Friday Cleanup
2025-11-28 10:00 - 14:00 | Lyle Park, 2 Rivercrest Cir, Benton, AR, 72015, United States
Join Saline River Canoe, Arkansas Watertrails Partnership, and ACC BOATR for the 14th Annual Black Friday Cleanup! Details may change, but what we are thinking at this time is that we will once again try to have a “downriver” opportunity for those who would like that, which will most likely be a float from Lyle Park to the Saline River Crossing led by the famous (infamous?) “Chicago Bob” Tyler, and then a land-based crew that will hit two areas – the flood debris from a former homeless camp near the Interstate 30 crossing, and the area near the Saline River Crossing, including a spot known to be subject to illegal dumping.

Suitable attire for the land-based crew will be any outdoor clothing you are comfortable in, sturdy shoes, muck boots, or hiking boots, and work gloves. If you have any trash pickers, you might want to bring them. Bags and “specialty tools” like shovels and saws will be available.

The downriver trip will most likely be from Lyle Park to the newly refurbished bridge at the Saline River Crossing. Water level is at 53 cfs on 11/13, which would mean one or two wades might occur, but there are several days with rain in the forecast, so anything is possible, and it will likely be better. Distance is 3.6 miles, so this crew should be able to join the Land-Based Crew for the afternoon hot dogs. Boats will be available, or you can bring your own. Shuttle will be provided. You need to have your own “temperature-appropriate” river clothing. That could be a drysuit, a wetsuit, or just a dry bag with a change of warm clothes, as long as you’ve got some level of experience boating in cooler temperatures with whatever setup you choose.

Forecast (updated 11/13): High of 60 degrees, 20% chance of rain. (Check back for updates)

Note: We are not creating an “Event” page due to Facebook restrictions on editing Event details as needed, but feel free to share this post with others. Just let us know in the comments if you think you might be able to join, and we will try to not run out of hot dogs and/or burgers!
