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Run Young & Free 5K & 1K Fun Run

Majestic Ball Park 109 W. Belding St., Hot Springs National Park, United States

All Children's Academy's heart behind Run Young & Free is to create an event to inspire health & wellness supporting businesses in the community to sponsor a race for kids & adults promoting health and wellness, while raising awareness for local like-minded businesses and non-profits! Fun ahead includes: 5K/1K Participants ($25/racer with t-shirt) on the […]

Turkey Trails – Fayetteville

Kessler Mountain Regional Park 2600 Wc 200, Fayetteville, United States

Join us for the annual Turkey Trails 5k/10k!  A fun, Thanksgiving-themed event that is perfect for the whole family. The fun includes - Great Swag - designer shirt & custom medal Chip-timing with live results and awards Free photos Delicious Treats waiting at the finish line Plenty of fun! Grab your friends and family, you […]

OZ Kids™ GRIT Crit at Bentonville Enduro

Price Coffee Field 3100 Price Coffee Rd, Bentonville, United States

Introducing the OZ Kids™ GRIT Crit – a bike race carved through the fields off Price Coffee Road for kids ages 2 -10. This event will be a fall fueled fun fest. It will be EPIC! Race categories: Balance Bike Ages 2-3 Balance Bike Ages 4-6 Pedal Bike Ages 3-4 Pedal Bike Ages 5-6, Girls […]

DAV Turkey Trot 5K

Lieutenant Colonel Frederick C. Turner Jr. Military Science Building Arkansas State University, Jonesboro, United States

Come and join us on Thursday, November 28, 2024, at the Lieutenant Colonel Frederick C. Turner Jr. Military Science Building on the beautiful campus of Arkansas State University for the DAV Turkey Trot 5K! Registration begins at 6:00 a.m., and the race kicks off at 7:00 a.m. This event helps the DAV raise essential funds […]

Bentonville Gobbler 5k

Citizens Park 1101 SW Citizens Cir,, Bentonville, United States

The Gobbler 5k and Fun Run Join us this year at the 3rd annual Gobbler family 5k and Run Fun! Professionally Timed, Medals and waters for all finishers, and a perfect opportunity to run off some pre Thanksgiving food.

14th Annual Downtown Springdale Turkey Trot

Walter Turnbow Park at Shiloh Square 106 West Emma Avenue, Springdale, United States

Join the RedDog Club on Thursday, November 28 to support the Springdale High School Bulldog Football program. This race event features a 5K, and 1 mile fun run. All races begin at Turnbow Park, 106 E. Emma Avenue, and the race route utilizes the Razorback Greenway. This year, finishers of all races will receive a medal. 5k and fun […]

2024 Turkey Trot 5k and Gobble Wobble Kids Mile

University of Central Arkansas 201 Donaghey Ave, Conway, AR, United States

Join us for the 10th Annual Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot 5k & Gobble Wobble Kids Mile benefitting the United Way of Central Arkansas. The tradition continues in Conway on Thanksgiving morning, and we are back at UCA's Estes Stadium For 2024.   We are starting on the UCA campus in front of Estes Football Stadium just off Bruce Street. You […]

Cabot Turkey Trot – Presented by Blueprint Construction

Allman Bevis Sports Complex 3001 S 1st St, Cabot, United States

Join us for the 2nd Annual Cabot Turkey Trot—a community event that we hope will become your new Thanksgiving Day tradition! This 3-mile family-friendly fun run and walk is the perfect way to kick off Thanksgiving with your family and the rest of the Cabot community. The Cabot Turkey Trot is a FREE event, but […]

The Gobbler – Little Rock’s Turkey Trot

Rock City Running 11121 N. Rodney Parham Rd. Suite 37B, Little Rock, United States

Gobbler Turkey Trot – NEW Location for 2024! This Thanksgiving, join us at the NEW location for the 13th Annual Gobbler Turkey Trot, hosted by Rock City Running at the MARKET PLACE SHOPPING CENTER, 11121 N. Rodney Parham Rd., Suite 37B, Little Rock, AR 72212. While we’ve moved from Hillcrest and The Heights, you’ll still have three or four course options to […]

Ken Freeman Huff, Puff, then Stuff 5K

The Warehouse Event Center 301 Broadway St,, Hot Springs National Park, United States

Earn that Thanksgiving Day stuffing by bringing the whole family and all your friends out to participate in the Thanksgiving morning turkey trot 5K in scenic and historic Hot Springs National Park, Arkansas. The race takes place on the Hot Springs Greenway, starting and ending at the Transportation Depot. All participants will receive a pair […]

Turkey Trot-n-Trek

Ozark Natural Foods 380 N College Ave, Fayetteville, United States

Join us for a new family tradition! Before you gather to eat, gather to move with your feet! This family friendly event has something for every. Beginning at Ozark Natural Foods in Downtown Fayetteville choose either a 5k "trot" or 1k "trek" perfect for families and little ones! This new course will be everything we […]

SDIA Turkey Trot for Heroes

1200 E Walnut St #2310 1200 E Walnut St #2310, Rogers, United States

Held every Thanksgiving morning, our Turkey Trot for Heroes 5K is an exciting event that garners the full support of local runners, running organizations, and our communities. In addition to the traditional 5K run, we have a Wild Gobbler 5K (a 5K with 5 stations of exercises throughout the route dedicated to Fallen Heroes), and a 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk!  We […]

Event Series Arkansas Ultra Trail Series

13th Annual Sunset 6/12/24 Hour Endurance Challenge

Sunset Lake 924 Fairfield Road, Benton, AR, United States

(You may run, walk, hop, skip, jump, or crawl for as long as you want within the time limit, and stop whenever you have had enough fun.) Location Sunset Lake, Benton   (see directions &  and parking info below)  Start Times The 24-hour run will begin at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, November 29. The 6 and […]

2024 Santa Shuffle

Joe Mack Campbell Park 3021 Dan Avenue, Jonesboro, United States

You don't want to miss your only opportunity to walk or run through our region's biggest and best Christmas display! This unique, family-friendly event features over 450,000 lights and attractions. Come early or stay after to take photos with Santa, purchase hot chocolate, enjoy Christmas sights and sounds, and exercise! Park Entry: Only open to […]

Blaze G’Narley Bike Stampede

Horseshoe Canyon Ranch HC 70, 261, Jasper, AR, United States

Blaze of Gnarly Bike Stampede is going to be a fun filled weekend of bike events at Horseshoe Canyon Ranch in Jasper, Arkansas- from Cross County to Enduro Saturday 8:30am XC race The XC race utilizes a 7 mile course of some of the most fun but challenging single track in Arkansas with categories for […]

Jacob Wells 3 Bridges Marathon

River Mountain Park River Mountain Road, Little Rock, United States

3 Bridges Marathon – Saturday, December 9, at 7:00 a.m. River Mountain Park/ Two Rivers Bridge – 4468 River Mountain Road, Little Rock, AR  See separate tab regarding the following Event Policies. Registration Fees/ Transfer/ Waiting List/ Inclement Weather (Note: The following topics are listed alphabetically.) Aid Stations, Restrooms, and Medical Support There are aid stations that […]

Reindeer Run/Walk 5K

Vilonia Softball Complex 41 N Mt Olive Rd, Vilonia, 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, […]

UCAPS Santa Paws 5K/10K

First Financial/Murphy USA parking lot N. Jackson St, El Dorado, United States

Join us for a day of fun and fitness at the first annual UCAPS Santa Paws 5k/10K race and one mile fun run in December 7th! Whether you're an avid runner or looking for a fun day out for you and your pup, we have the activities for you.  All proceeds benefit UCAPS, helping to […]

Murfreesboro 3rd Annual Diamond Jingle 5K Color Run

Cassatot Community College 325 West Main Street, Murfreesboro, United States

3rd Annual Diamond Jingle 5K Color Run -- Join us on December 2nd here in Murfreesboro, AR for the 2024 Diamond Jingle 5K Color Run! This 5K was created to help support a local non-profit organization. Our mission is to help organizations within our community grow!

Hope for the Holiday Half Marathon and 5k in Memory of Garrett Yeager

Eagle Mountain 600 Eagle Mountain Blvd, Batesville, 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. On the […]

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