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Chinkapin Hollow Gravel Grinder

Lake Weddington 15689 Lake Wedington Entry Rd, Fayetteville, AR, United States

The start/finish location is Lake Wedington Recreation Area just outside of Fayetteville, Arkansas.  Lake Wedington is a US Forest Service Park and offers great amenities and a natural setting to come hang out for the weekend and enjoy some of the best gravel in the Ozarks of Northwest Arkansas. 3 gravel ride distances of 42, […]

Chinkapin Hollow Gravel Grinder

Lake Weddington 15689 Lake Wedington Entry Rd, Fayetteville, AR, United States

The start/finish location is Lake Wedington Recreation Area just outside of Fayetteville, Arkansas.  Lake Wedington is a US Forest Service Park and offers great amenities and a natural setting to come hang out for the weekend and enjoy some of the best gravel in the Ozarks of Northwest Arkansas. 3 gravel ride distances of 42, […]

Sunset Races 2023 – Centennial Park

Centennial Park S Centennial Park Ln, Fayetteville, AR, United States

The Sunset races at Springhill and Centennial are kids-only mountain bike races held alongside AR-NICA races. First race will be at Springhill in Barling on September 9 and the second at Centennial Park in Fayetteville on October 28. Only kids not yet eligible for NICA are allowed.  Race courses at both venues will use an […]

Sunset Races 2023 – Centennial Park

Centennial Park S Centennial Park Ln, Fayetteville, AR, United States

The Sunset races at Springhill and Centennial are kids-only mountain bike races held alongside AR-NICA races. First race will be at Springhill in Barling on September 9 and the second at Centennial Park in Fayetteville on October 28. Only kids not yet eligible for NICA are allowed.  Race courses at both venues will use an […]

Birdeye Gravel Festival

Birdeye Farms 10 County Road, Birdeye, United States

Rich in culture and beautiful rolling county roads, Crowley’s Ridge in the Arkansas Delta is one of those places full of authenticity. Routes are 75% gravel and 25% pavement, an equal mix of farmland, levees, and historic gravel lanes. All routes start/end in Birdeye. The fall harvest will be wrapping up in the farmlands while […]

Birdeye Gravel Festival

Birdeye Farms 10 County Road, Birdeye, United States

Rich in culture and beautiful rolling county roads, Crowley’s Ridge in the Arkansas Delta is one of those places full of authenticity. Routes are 75% gravel and 25% pavement, an equal mix of farmland, levees, and historic gravel lanes. All routes start/end in Birdeye. The fall harvest will be wrapping up in the farmlands while […]

Bentonville Enduro | Arkansas Enduro Series (AES)

Coler Mountain Bike Preserve 2 2500 NW Grove Lane, Bentonville

For details about AES and the other races in the series can be found at Arkansas Enduro Series This is the final round of the Fall AES! The race is rated 1 out 5 | Skill-3 | Fitness-4 | Gnar-3 This is a two-day event with up to 6 stages on Saturday and another 6 stage on […]

Bentonville Enduro | Arkansas Enduro Series (AES)

Coler Mountain Bike Preserve 2 2500 NW Grove Lane, Bentonville

For details about AES and the other races in the series can be found at Arkansas Enduro Series This is the final round of the Fall AES! The race is rated 1 out 5 | Skill-3 | Fitness-4 | Gnar-3 This is a two-day event with up to 6 stages on Saturday and another 6 stage on […]

City of Colleges Half Marathon

Buffalo Alumni Hall 2490 Bruce St, Conway, AR, United States

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 […]

City of Colleges Half Marathon

Buffalo Alumni Hall 2490 Bruce St, Conway, AR, United States

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 […]

Race the Base Trail Run Presented by Fleet Feet Little Rock

Pinnacle Mountain State Park 11901 Pinnacle Valley Road, Little Rock, AR, United States

Race the Base Trail Run Saturday 11-4-2023 9 a.m. Race the Base is a 4-mile Trail Run with a mixture of paved trails, gravel roads, and technical single track. This race is a fundraiser for Partners for Pinnacle, working to keep Pinnacle Mountain State Park accessible and enjoyable for generations. ________________________________________ Event Details: Race parking […]

Race the Base Trail Run Presented by Fleet Feet Little Rock

Pinnacle Mountain State Park 11901 Pinnacle Valley Road, Little Rock, AR, United States

Race the Base Trail Run Saturday 11-4-2023 9 a.m. Race the Base is a 4-mile Trail Run with a mixture of paved trails, gravel roads, and technical single track. This race is a fundraiser for Partners for Pinnacle, working to keep Pinnacle Mountain State Park accessible and enjoyable for generations. ________________________________________ Event Details: Race parking […]

Mid-South Race for Hope Marathon & Half Marathon 10K & 5K

Wynne High School 800 E Jackson Ave, Wynne, United States

The people of Cross County offer runners and walkers a refreshing escape from the hustle and bustle of Corporate America. Rediscover what you love about running, and enjoy a slice of rural America country running at the same time. This is a USATF certified marathon, out and back course, and serves as a Boston Qualifier! […]

Mid-South Race for Hope Marathon & Half Marathon 10K & 5K

Wynne High School 800 E Jackson Ave, Wynne, United States

The people of Cross County offer runners and walkers a refreshing escape from the hustle and bustle of Corporate America. Rediscover what you love about running, and enjoy a slice of rural America country running at the same time. This is a USATF certified marathon, out and back course, and serves as a Boston Qualifier! […]

16th Annual Jim Rowland FCA River Valley Run 5k, 10k, Half Marathon

The Bakery District 70 S 7th St, Fort Smith, United States

The start and finish will be at The Bakery District located off of 7th St. The 5k, 10k, and half marathon will begin at 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon at The Bakery on 6th in downtown Fort Smith, AR with a staggered start. Age Categories include: 8-10, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, […]

16th Annual Jim Rowland FCA River Valley Run 5k, 10k, Half Marathon

The Bakery District 70 S 7th St, Fort Smith, United States

The start and finish will be at The Bakery District located off of 7th St. The 5k, 10k, and half marathon will begin at 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon at The Bakery on 6th in downtown Fort Smith, AR with a staggered start. Age Categories include: 8-10, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, […]

Tour de Queen

Sevier County Chamber of Commerce 315 W Stillwell Ave,, De Queen, AR, United States

REGISTER BY OCTOBER 25TH, 2023, TO GUARANTEE EVENT T-SHIRT Sevier County Chamber of Commerce will hold the 12th annual TOUR DE QUEEN With five routes of different lengths, riders of all levels will enjoy a scenic trek through the countryside or up by the lake. Routes include a 15-mile, 25-mile, 36-mile, 38-mile, and 47-mile ride. Bring the whole […]

Tour de Queen

Sevier County Chamber of Commerce 315 W Stillwell Ave,, De Queen, AR, United States

REGISTER BY OCTOBER 25TH, 2023, TO GUARANTEE EVENT T-SHIRT Sevier County Chamber of Commerce will hold the 12th annual TOUR DE QUEEN With five routes of different lengths, riders of all levels will enjoy a scenic trek through the countryside or up by the lake. Routes include a 15-mile, 25-mile, 36-mile, 38-mile, and 47-mile ride. Bring the whole […]

Little Rock Cyclocross (LRCX)

War Memorial Park 5101 W Markham St, Little Rock, AR

LRCX p/b SHAM Date: Saturday, November 4, 2023 Venue: War Memorial Park, 5101 W Markham St, Little Rock, AR 72205 TIME CATEGORY FIELD DURATION ENTRY AWARDS 10:00 am Cat 1/2/3/4/5 Junior Male 15-18 50 30 min $15 prereg, $20 raceday Prizes/3 10:00 am Cat 1/2/3/4/5 Junior Female 15-18 50 30 min $15 prereg, $20 raceday […]

Little Rock Cyclocross (LRCX)

War Memorial Park 5101 W Markham St, Little Rock, AR

LRCX p/b SHAM Date: Saturday, November 4, 2023 Venue: War Memorial Park, 5101 W Markham St, Little Rock, AR 72205 TIME CATEGORY FIELD DURATION ENTRY AWARDS 10:00 am Cat 1/2/3/4/5 Junior Male 15-18 50 30 min $15 prereg, $20 raceday Prizes/3 10:00 am Cat 1/2/3/4/5 Junior Female 15-18 50 30 min $15 prereg, $20 raceday […]

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