Arkansas Outside

Fat Cow 5K
2024-07-27 07:30 - 10:00 (America/Chicago) | St. Joseph Center, 6800 Camp Robinson Rd, North Little Rock, 72118, United States
A view of cows munching on fresh field grass, happy-as-can-be-tail-wagging donkeys, a pack of wild farm goats jumping around, sheepishly cute sheep baa-ing as you pass by, bees buzzing (from a distance) & a horde of chickens and ducks chirping & quacking you on! Introducing… St. Joseph’s first annual Fat Cow 5k! This 5k farm-raiser is being held on the farmstead trails that pass wild blackberry bushes, summer wildflowers in bloom, growing watermelon in our Hunger Relief garden, all the fresh fruit & vegetables growing on our land & in our community gardens. Did we mention all the farm animals as official race spectators in this fun run?!
About St. Joseph’s: St. Joseph farmstead is a 56,000 SF historic building and 63 acre property in North Little Rock that is on the National Register of Historic Places. St. Joseph’s is also a designated Arkansas Century Farm. As an independent nonprofit, St. Joseph operates as a farm with a mission to preserve the historic property through sustainable agriculture & food production, programs that educate & promote agritourism, & support community outreach. With over 30 artist studios, an event venue, renovated commercial kitchen space, beer shed, & a year-round farmstand store selling local and organic foods, there is A LOT going on at St. Joseph’s. Come see for yourself & be a part of history at our first 5k FARM-raiser.
The Course: The course will include both trail and road/pavement. The trails include soft grass, rocks and pine, and the crossing road will be manned for safety. Special thanks to Americorps NCCC & Central Arkansas Master Naturalists who helped to create these trails on the farmstead.
Parking: Parking is available on the West (second) Entrance at the front of the building on Camp Robinson Road. Follow the signs for parking and please arrive early to secure your spot!
The fun run will start promptly at 7:30am and a raffle will occur at 8:45am. Stick around for goat yoga at 10am, & shop our farmstand market for all of Arkansas grown natural produce & artisan products! Don’t forget to support our nonprofit by pre-ordering farm swag!
Farmraiser: This 5k is a farm-raiser and all merchandise will be for sale including post race beverages. Purchase a few extra raffle tickets to increase your odds at winning some farm swag! Thanks for supporting our local, independent nonprofit!
Enjoy the ‘farm life, city living’ with us on Saturday, July 27 in North Little Rock at St. Joseph’s Farmstead!

The Cave City Melon Grind
2024-07-27 07:00 - 13:00 | Cave City Park, W South St, Cave City, AR, 72521, United States
The Cave City Melon Grind is a gravel cycling event that covers some of our favorite gravel roads that are also used for hauling our Famous Watermelons. Experience the Worlds Sweetest Watermelons after a challenging 13 mile adventure that takes you through a few of the actual fields that we grow them in. Finish off your day with loads of free entertainment, car show, and food trucks galore at the Cave City Watermelon Festival.
Registration includes Cave City Melon Grind T-Shirt and post ride Watermelon!

Melon Dash 5K
2024-07-27 07:00 - 09:00 | Cave City Park, W South St, Cave City, AR, 72521, United States
BENEFICIARY
This race will support the Cave City High School Cross Country and Track and Field Teams. The teams will be hosting this year’s Melon Dash 5K Run.
LOCATION
The race starts and finishes at the Cave City Park.
COURSE MAP
Check the Link here to view the course: 2023 Race Map
ENTRY FEES
$25 race fee includes race entry, T-shirt (for racers registered by July 15 after which they will be first come; first serve until gone),a slice of Cave City watermelon, and a ticket to the Kiwani’s pancake breakfast. Race day registration will begin at 6:00 AM. Make checks payable to: Cave City Cross Country. $30 Day of Race Registration is available (Cash or Check ONLY for day race registration).
T-SHIRTS
All runners pre-registered by JULY 15 will receive a T-shirt. After July 15 T-shirts will be handed out until they run out on a first come, first serve at the registration tent for anyone who signs up after July 16th or on the day of the race.. Sizes: Youth M and L and Adult S, M, L, XL, XXL. If you ARE NOT registered by JULY 15 there is NO GUARANTEE you will receive a shirt.
We are selling older version of T-Shirts for $5 at the race. These are NOT included with your race entry fees.
TIMING
Race will be timed by Stearns Race Timing out of Jonesboro – http://www.stearnsracetiming.com/results.html
MORE INFORMATION
Please contact Brandon Haling (870) 291-5170 or brandon.haling@cavecity.ncsc.k12.ar.us

Ozark Enduro Lite Race 2 Siloam Springs
2024-07-21 08:00 - 17:00 | WOKA Trails, 19131 State Hwy 59, Siloam Springs, 72761, United States
Curious about Enduro Mountain Bike Racing? Not sure how an Enduro race works? Let us help you get your feet wet with the Ozark Enduro LITE Series. A short summer series of 3 beginner friendly enduro races. All rider abilities are welcome but the Ozark Enduro Lite Series is aimed at introducing new folks to the awesome sport of Enduro racing.
Enduro racing is primarily downhill timed segments, ranging anywhere from just less than a minute per stage to up to 5-6 minutes that may require some pedaling. A typical Ozark Enduro Lite race will consist of 6-8 downhill segments. Your time will start when you enter the top of a segment and will end when you reach the bottom of that segment. There will be connecting routes to transition between each segment that will not be timed. Only the segments are timed. Riders often ride with groups and make new friends while enjoying the trails during the transfers. After completing all the downhill segments, your total time will be compared with the times of other riders to see how you did.
You will be required to have a fully functional mountain bike with off-road tires and a proper fitting helmet. Full face helmets are recommended but not mandatory. Other recommended items are gloves, eye protection, knee pads, elbow pads. We also strongly encourage carrying the necessary items for minor bike repair such as tire plugs, tubes, CO2, spare chain links etc.
There will be aid stations, however, it is important to carry enough water and nutrition to last throughout the race. Typical durations will be anywhere from 2-4 hours depending on the course and each rider’s ability.
None of these races would be possible without volunteers. Volunteer help will be needed at every race, and we would love to make you a part of our event and give you some cool swag. There will be multiple volunteer opportunities such as helping at an aid station, course marshaling, and race setup and tear down. Click HERE to learn more.

Hungry Ghost Moon Hike
2024-07-20 20:30 - 23:00 | Devil’s Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR, 72774, United States
A casual, 2 mile out-and-back hike on the Yellow Rock Loop at Devil’s Den State Park, to enjoy the light of the full moon! We will be taking this hike nice and easy, to accommodate anyone who has any interest in experiencing this well-known trail at night, as well as relaxing at the overlook to enjoy the night sky. The trail is frequently traveled, well maintained, and rated as easy to moderate. There are multiple rocky sections, cliff ledges, steep inclines, and uneven surfaces. Grab your headlamp and join us for an after-dark hike!
When: July 20, 8:30 pm. We will be leaving from the North parking lot at Pack Rat AT 8:30pm. Please arrive early!
Where: Pack Rat Outdoor Center
It might surprise you, but the Lotus moon is named after the time that lotus flowers begin to bloom! While they are able to start blooming anywhere from May to September, June is when the bulk of these beautiful flowers show up and show out!
Space is limited to 15 participants!

Must be 18+
No alcohol
A headlamp and water are required

Suggested Items:

Blanket, yoga mat, or chair to sit on
Camera
Materials for spotting constellations (maps, references materials, apps, etc)

Full Moon 25k/50k
2024-07-20 19:00 - 2024-07-21 05:00 | Lake Sylvia Recreation Area, 618 AR-324, Perryville, AR, 72126, United States
Full Moon 25k/50k kick is the AURA Ultra Trail Series season kickoff race.
Proceeds The Arkansas Ultra Running Cross Country Fund which benefits a different high school cross country team each year, Faulkner County HAM, and Williams Junction FD.
The course is set on rolling Forest Service Roads, starting at Camp Ouachita Girl Scout Camp in the Ouachita National Forest. We have a laid-back atmosphere, fully stocked aid stations, and plenty of folks to cheer you on!
Stay for post-race pancakes, bacon, etc…
We hope you join us for an epic night of good times!
Packet Pickup:
· 50k packet pick up starts at 5:00 PM
· 25k packet pick up starts at 6:00 PM
Race Start Times:
· 50k early start is at 6:00 PM. This is for anyone who will need additional time to complete the distance. Mandatory trail briefing will be at 5:45 PM.
· 50k officially starts at 7:00 PM with mandatory trail brief
· 25k officially starts at 8:00 PM with mandatory trail brief

Johnson County Peach Festival 4-Miler
2024-07-20 08:00 - 17:00 | Rooftop on Main, 100 W Main St, Clarksville, 72830, United States
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.

Viking 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K, & Half Marathon
2024-07-20 08:00 - 15:00 | Ben Geren Regional Park, Golf Course Loop, Fort Smith, AR, 72916, United States
This is a US Road Running Club Race and part of the US Road Running Race Series.
It is not required to be a club member to run with us.
Club members receive 50% off club races and a US Road Running shirt.
To join go to https://usroadrunning.com
Race Information
The race starts at 8:30 AM.
Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts.
All runners must register on RunSignup.
No on-site registration.
Additional Information
Use the parking lot across from the playground.
1M Course
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6011209816
This is an out-and-back course.
5K, 10K, & 15K Course
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5927352277
This is an out-and-back course.
The 5K does the course two times.
The 10K does the course four times.
The 15K does the course six times.
Half Marathon Course
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5917851367
This is an out-and-back course.
The Half Marathon does the course six times.
Course Time Limit
3 hours and 30 minutes.
Awards
1st Place Overall Male
2nd Place Overall Male
3rd Place Overall Male
1st Place Overall Female
2nd Place Overall Female
3rd Place Overall Female
Age group awards are based on series points and awarded at the end of each calendar year.
Finisher Medals
All finishers will receive a themed medal.
Best Costume
It is not required to wear a costume, but we do encourage it.
At the beginning of each race, we take a group photo.
The best costume will be awarded at the beginning race.
Race Rules
Entry fees are non-refundable, with no exceptions.
We reserve the right to cancel in extreme circumstances.
No dogs on the course.
Walkers are always welcome.

2nd Annual Dr. Phillip W. Lockhart, Sr. 5K Run/Walk
2024-07-20 08:00 - 11:00 | Cherry Street Pavillion, 141 Cherry Street, Helena, 72342, United States
Welcome to the 2nd Annual Dr. Phillip Lockhart, Sr. Scholarship Fund 5K Race! Join us for a morning of community, fitness, and support for education. Lace up your running shoes and hit the pavement as we raise funds to honor the legacy of Dr. Phillip Lockhart, Sr. and provide scholarships for deserving students. We were able to raise enough money for two $1,000 scholarships to graduating seniors from the Class of 2023, who will be announced at this year’s race. So, whether you’re a seasoned runner or just starting out, this event is for you. Enjoy the scenic route, camaraderie, and the satisfaction of knowing you’re making a difference. Every step counts towards a brighter future. See you at the starting line!

Wampoo Roadeo
2024-07-20 07:00 - 16:00 | All Souls Church, 4601 Walker's Corner Road, Scott, AR, 72142, United States
Welcome to the Wampoo Roadeo presented by Aristotle Broadband!
https://www.aristotle.net/internet/
The 16th edition of the Wampoo Roadeo starts at 7:01 am on Saturday, July 20 from the All Souls Church, 4601 Walker’s Corner Road, in Scott, Arkansas. Parking is available directly across the road from the church in the grass farm area. Parking is also available at the Scott Charter School on Alexander Road.
Please do not park at the Scott, Arkansas Post Office.
There are four REST STOPS out on the course.
Mile 20, in England. Mile 25, in Keo, Arkansas. Mile 34 at Bevis Corner, staffed by the Mello Velo Cycling Club.
Mile 47, in Lonoke. Mile 55, again at Bevis Corner (If you ride the 62 mile route).
The Sterling Market Sprint is a Strava segment located on Highway 15 between Keo and Bevis Corner. Look for the checkered feather flags along the route marking the one mile segment. Fastest riders through the segment for each route win prizes from Sterling Market. The market is located at 515 Shall Avenue in Little Rock’s East Village and offers a plethora of local foods, drinks and products.
We’ll be serving watermelon, Loblolly ice cream, and Loblolly chocolate milk after the ride from 9:30am until 1:00pm. Plan your ride accordingly to get back and enjoy these refreshments with your rising buddies.
Feel free to set up your cycling club tents and hang out at the Finish Line after the ride.
Wampoo Roadeo Packet Pickup, presented by Subaru of Little Rock, will be on Thursday, July 18 from 4:00pm until 8:00pm at the Recycle Bikes for Kids (RB4K) shop at 717 E. 10th Street, North Little Rock. If you ordered any merch’, it will available for pick up, along with your bib number at Packet Pickup.
If you want to park at the RB4K shop that day and do some miles, then come back afterwards and party with us, there is plenty of free parking right in front of the shop. Or ride over on your bike and make Packet Pickup your rest stop.
If you can’t make Packet Pickup, we’ll have your bib number and anything you ordered at the Start Line before the ride begins. Look for the yellow pop up Registration tent.
Please note there will be a “Bevis Gate” set up at 10:00am at Bevis Corner. All riders not through the gate by 10:00am will be directed to the finish line via the 28/40 mile left turn at Bevis Corner. This is for everyone’s protection because of the heat, humidity and the wind.
The Wampoo Roadeo is a fundraiser for Recycle Bikes for Kids. The mission of RB4K is to give free bikes to kids, provide adults the opportunity to earn a bike, and support bike infrastructure and education in the community.
Since 2008, a large part of the mission at RB4K is to get every kid a bike. But as RB4K has grown through the years , it’s become clear how crucial bike infrastructure, safety and education is to our community. Our new expanded mission addresses that need. Proceeds from this ride, which will continue honoring the life and legacy of Marilyn Fulper, will now directly help fund all of RB4K’s future infrastructure projects.
MAPS
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38489422 62 mile route
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38489439 40 mile route
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38489443 26 mile route

Arkansas State Omnium Championship
2024-07-19 - 2024-07-21 | Conway
Welcome to the 1st annual Arkansas Omnium. The TT, Road Race and Crit are for the state championship. If you are not an Arkansas resident, no worries. Come out and see how you stack up against the best of Arkansas.
~ Only annual license holders living in Arkansas are eligible for the State Championship. Cat 5/Novice races are non-championship only bragging rights

Monday Night Lights Criterium
2024-07-15 18:00 - 20:30 | Central Arkansas Carting Complex, 49 Ricky Bobby Way, Vilonia, 72173, United States
Come out and race a crit like none other on Central Arkansas’ newest high speed karting course courtesy of Shift Little Rock. The course is .7 of a mile of brand-new pavement with 14 turns, plenty of room for passing, and a long straight for those high watt sprints! Come early to pre-ride the course and dial in those handling skills before the main event. Men and women will start together within their race categories but will have separate podiums. Cash prizes for the A race podium sponsored by Spokes Little Rock(prizes increase with every ten registered racers), B race prizes sponsored by Trek Little Rock, and C race prizes sponsored by Arkansas Cycle & Fitness. Prime prizes for A,B,&C races sponsored by Trek, Angry Dave’s, AC&F, Muk-off, Tifosi Optics, Hand-up Gloves, Blue Sail Coffee, Lost 40 brewery, and Diamond Bear brewery. It’s going to be hot , but there will be free cold beer for racers courtesy of Flyway brewery! BBinfinite has supplied ceramic pulley sets for series winners so be sure to keep racing to stack those points! Each race registration enters you for a raffle for prizes from Hyperice as well! Last but not least don’t worry about sending it too hard, because Hex carbon workshop has agreed to fix any carbon bikes damaged due to any unfortunate circumstances that may arise during racing!

Tour de Tacos
2024-07-14 07:00 - 13:00 | Junk Brands, 1001 Melissa Dr, Bentonville, AR, 72712, United States
Tour de Tacos: Fundraiser for Dress for Success NWA. 62, 30, & 7-mile bike rides + Taco Block Party at the Finish Line!
100% of proceeds benefit Dress for Success NWA
For FAQs – visit www.tourdenwa.com

Ninja 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K, & Half Marathon at Two Rivers Park
2024-07-13 08:00 - 15:00 | Two Rivers Park, 6722 Two Rivers Park Road, Little Rock, AR, 72223, United States
This is a US Road Running Club Race and part of the US Road Running Race Series.
It is not required to be a club member to run with us.
Club members receive 50% off club races and a US Road Running shirt.
To join go to https://usroadrunning.com
Race Information
The race starts at 8:00 AM.
Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts.
All runners must register on RunSignup.
No on-site registration.
Additional Information
This course is made of asphalt.
Bathrooms are located by the playground, before the starting line.
1M Course
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5913772489
The course is an out and back.
5K, 10K, & 15K Course
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5559761266
This is an out-and-back course in the park.
The 5K does the course one time.
The 10K does the course two times.
The 15K does the course three times.
Half Marathon Course
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5529566377
This is an out-and-back course in the park.
The Half Marathon does the course four times.
Course Time Limit
3 hours and 30 minutes.
Awards
1st Place Overall Male
2nd Place Overall Male
3rd Place Overall Male
1st Place Overall Female
2nd Place Overall Female
3rd Place Overall Female
Age group awards are based on series points and awarded at the end of each calendar year.
Finisher Medals
All finishers will receive a themed medal.
Best Costume
It is not required to wear a costume, but we do encourage it.
At the beginning of each race, we take a group photo.
The best costume will be awarded at the beginning race.
Race Rules
Entry fees are non-refundable, with no exceptions.
We reserve the right to cancel in extreme circumstances.
No dogs on the course.
Walkers are always welcome.

Headwaters Trail Luv
2024-07-13 08:00 - 12:00 | Headwaters School, 139 Madison 3605, Pettigrew, AR, 72752, United States
Weed control and any trees that need the business. Bring all the hydration, gloves and bug spray. Lunch provided after!

Paragould XC Color Run
2024-07-13 08:00 - 11:00 | Paragould High School, 1701 W Court Street, Paragould, 72450, United States
Welcome to the Paragould Cross Country 1st ever color run! We are excited to give our 2024 summer a POP of COLOR while raising money for a good cause! This event is a fundraiser for Paragould School District’s hard- working Cross Country Team. We want to harness our team’s hobbies and passions into a profitable yet fun experience for our community. Join us for some colorful summer fun and support the fastest Rams in town! We will be starting and ending at the race at the Paragould High School. Registration will open at 6:30 and the 5K race will start at 8:00. 1 mile will begin after the 5K finishes. Awards will follow after the races.
Shirts guaranteed until 6/13. a few extras will be ordered and will be given out first come, first served until gone.
