Grit and Guts Trail Race
Do you have the GRIT and GUTS to traverse up and down Mt. Nebo… TWICE? GRIT and GUTS is back!! Half Grit and Full Grit will be hard. And they […]
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Welcome to our Calendar of Events.
Arkansas Outside is NOT the owner or organizer of these events (unless otherwise noted). We aggregate these events into this one place to allow our readers a chance to see what outdoor recreation events are going on around the state. There is no need for FOMO when playing outside.
If you’re looking for a specific type of event you can use the following links:
- Running (Road & Trail)
- Cycling (Road, Mountain, Gravel, etc.)
- Multisport (Triathlon, Duathlon, Adventure Racing, etc.)
- Paddling (Kayak, Canoe, Raft, Tubing, etc.)
- Climbing (Rocks, not trees)
- Trail Love Days (Volunteer Opportunities)
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Mount Nebo State Park 16728 West State Hwy. 155, Dardanelle, AR, United States
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Home Run 5k
Old Post 1799 Lock and Dam Rd, Russellville, AR, United States🏃♂️ Home Run 5K: Step Up for Foster Children & Families! 🏃♀️ Hosted by River Valley Runners Join us for the Home Run 5K, a community run dedicated to bringing […]
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The River Classic
ACE Glass Manufacturing 3101 Dugan St,, Little Rock, United StatesRIVER 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 […]
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DeGray Lake Triathlon
DeGray Lake Spillway 400 Skyline Dr, Arkadelphia, AR, United StatesOne 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). […]
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NWA Bike-a-Palooza
Sugar Creek Center 22 Sugar Creek Center, Bella Vista, United StatesBike 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 […]
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Onyx Ledger Memorial 5K
Nature Brew Works 515 S Gee St, Jonesboro, United StatesLocal Mpact is a Non Profit Organization that aides families just like ours who have unfortunately experienced the loss of a baby. This organization tailors to each families specific needs […]
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5k @ the LPGA
Walmart Home Office 908 Customer Drive, Bentonville, United StatesDate & Time: Saturday, September 19, 2026 at 8:00AM NEW Location: Walmart Home Office - between Maverick Building and Sam Walton Hall Parking: Parking Garage G - 908 Customer Dr, Bentonville, AR 72716 […]
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MJ’s Stampede
121 Riverfront Drive 121 Riverfront Drive, Fort Smith, United StatesCertified 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. […]
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NW Arkansas Mountain Bike Championships
Devil's Den State Park 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR, United StatesThe 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 […]
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The Beat Goes On 5K
Saline Memorial Hospital 1 Medical Park Drive, Benton, United StatesRace Returns with a New Date! We're thrilled to announce the return of our race with an exciting new date! This year's event is co-hosted with Tea Rose Community Collaborative […]
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Pinnacle Trail Work Party
Pinnacle Mountain State Park - Middle Mountain Parking Lot 11901 Pinnacle Valley Road, Little Rock, United StatesCATA, 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 […]
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Run Unicorn Run – Magic Mile Fun Run, 5K & 10K
125 Spring St 125 Spring St, Eureka Springs, United StatesGallop Through the Enchanted Hills of Downtown Eureka Springs Join us for Year 2 of Run Unicorn Run! Lace up your shoes and join us for a race like no […]
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AES + ARDH | Round 2 | Eureka Enduro and Downhill @ Fat Tire Festival
Downtown Eureka Springs 1303 CR 204, Eureka Springs, United StatesAn annual stop on the Arkansas Enduro Series, the Eureka Enduro is a rowdy weekend of racing through the "The Little Switzerland of the Ozarks" and the Victorian-style resort town […]
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Big Dam Bridge 100
Riverfront Drive 398 Riverfront Dr, North Little Rock, AR, United StatesThe 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 […]
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Funnel Cake 5k
Stotts Family Pharmacy 101 West Arch Ave, Searcy, United StatesThe Funnel Cake 5k is back as part of Searcy's Get Down Downtown Festival on Saturday, September 26! This fast and flat 5k starts at 8:00 a.m. at the corner […]
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The Great 5K Pumpkin Run
Lonoke Historic Train Depot 109 Front St SW, Lonoke, AR, United StatesOur 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 […]
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Logan’s Run
War Memorial Park 5101 W Markham St, Little Rock, ARLogan’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 […]
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On Our Way 5k
Clarksville City Hall 205 Walnut St., Clarksville, United StatesOn Our Way to Ending Sexual Violence 5K Glow Run/Walk Sponsored by Ozark Rape Crisis Center Saturday, September 26th, 2026 Details: · Check-in/Registration: 5:30 – 6:15 p.m. · Start Time: […]
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Arkansas Traveller 100
Lake Sylvia Recreation Area 618 AR-324, Perryville, AR, United States35th Annual Running The Arkansas Traveller is steeped in tradition as one of the oldest 100 mile races in the country, maintaining its founding philosophy of providing a true ultrarunning […]
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Arkansas High Country Race
Bentonville Square 100 North Main St, Bentonville, United StatesThe Arkansas High Country Race starts and finishes in Bentonville, AR for 2026 and 2027. Updates via social media and our website at https://www.arkansashighcountry.com/ will be the best places to find out […]
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