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The Morrilton Lions Club is excited to host our annual Light Up the Night Fun Run/Walk 5K event on Saturday, October 17, 2025 at The University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton campus. Family friendly activities and food will be available around 5:00 PM and our run/walk event will start at 7:30 PM. The goal […]
This year's event is limited to the first 100 riders to ensure that we provide the best experience for every single rider. NOTE FOR LICK FORK METRIC CENTURY (62-MILE) GRAVEL RIDE: We will not be able to post signs along the entire route, so you will need to be able to download the route to […]
The Hare Mountain 100 is a graduate level run. It is extremely difficult. Big climbs and relentless smaller, steep climbs in between. This trail is hiked by thousands of people every year. It's not a primitive, unmarked trail by any means. It is a National Scenic Trail. But, please do not sign up if you […]
CAPITAL CITY ENDURO | OCTOBER 26-27, 2024 Shred multiple trail systems throughout Arkansas’ State Capital including the Monument Trails at Pinnacle Mountain State Park – named the 2023 Best Mountain Biking in the U.S. by Outside Magazine. Featuring a collection of world-class trails crafted by some of the world’s best trail builders, this year’s Capital City Enduro […]
CAPITAL CITY ENDURO | OCTOBER 25-26, 2025 Shred multiple trail systems throughout Arkansas’ State Capital including the Monument Trails at Pinnacle Mountain State Park – named the 2023 Best Mountain Biking in the U.S. by Outside Magazine. Featuring a collection of world-class trails crafted by some of the world’s best trail builders, this year’s Capital City Enduro […]
ATTENTION: Across the street from Fat Jack's is St. Mary of the Springs Catholic Church. They have agreed to let us park in their parking lot and use their restroom. Please park there instead of at Fat Jack's. There is additional street parking along Whittington and Pine St. The sign-in will be under the portico at […]
Race the Base Trail Run Returns to Pinnacle Mountain State Park This Fall! The Race the Base, a 4-mile competitive trail run, is returning to Pinnacle Mountain State Park October 25, 2025, with all the fan favorites – plus a few new additions. Featuring the Base Trail at Pinnacle Mountain State Park, a scenic loop […]
The 17 mile route will be the same as previous years. An aid station will be available in London at the old City Hall parking lot. The 30 mile route has two deviations from previous years' route. This year the route will turn left on Whorton Mountain Rd off of Will Baker Rd, then turn […]
Ozark Off-Road Cyclist and the Ozark Trail Runners unite to create the most epic 24 25 hour party you’ve ever experienced. Profits from this “race” will go to continued preservation and trail development on Mt. Kessler. Join us on November 2nd, Mt. Kessler – Fayetteville, Arkansas for a full day of partying in the dirt. […]
Join Project Zero's mission to raise awareness about adoption, build hope in kids and teens waiting in foster care to be adopted and connect forever families in Arkansas. Our goal is simple, to fight for those children and advocate for them to find the right forever family, until there are zero waiting children in Arkansas. […]
After an incredibly successful inaugural race in 2024, we’re thrilled to bring the Ghost-to-Gobble 5k back for 2025…bigger, bolder, and even more festive! This year, we're thrilled to announce that Special Olympics Arkansas will be the recipient of 10% of all profits from this event! Also this year, we’re excited to add a family-friendly 1-mile […]
Come help us raise money for the 2025 Christmas season. All monies raised will go to support underprivileged children in Johnson/Newton Counties have smiles on Christmas morning. Each participant will receive a tshirt and participation medals. We will award the top 3 runners in each age group. Any questions please free to contact us at […]
Join us November 1st for The Karen Wells Legacy 5K Run/Walk. All proceeds will go to Student Adventures to help local students fulfill their dream of international travel, just like the students that Mrs. Wells served as a sponsor and educator. Registration fee is $30 which includes a t-shirt. There will be awards for each […]
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, […]
The 5th Annual Takin’ Cara Business Foundation 5k/10k Race will be at Main Street Church of Christ in Walnut Ridge, AR on Saturday November 1st. Registration Fees 5K - $35 10K - $55 Starting Times 10K - 8:00am 5K - 8:15am Registration begins at 6:00AM on Saturday, November 1st All participants who register […]
It's official! The next section of Crystal Bluff is opening to the public on Nov. 1st! Come out and hang with the central AR community and get some climbs in on over 50 new routes. There are routes from 5.4 to potentially 5.13, with some trad, multipitch, and a variety of slab, vert, and steep […]
Mid-South Races for Hope, formerly known as the Mid-South Marathon is back for year 26 and we want you to join us! The people of Cross County have always offered runners and walkers a refreshing escape from the hustle and bustle of corporate America. Rediscover what you love about running, enjoy a slice of rural […]
The Possum at Woolly Hollow will be run on November 1st, 2025 with a 7:00 AM start time on the roads and Huckleberry trail circumnavigating Lake Bennett. This is a 6 hour team event involving four participating runners. All 4 runners must run the first lap together. After that at least 1 runner must be […]
The Canyon Crawl Triathlon is a multi-sport endurance event that brings together outdoor rock climbing, mountain biking, and trail running in a single, unforgettable challenge. Set right here at Horseshoe Canyon Ranch, it showcases everything that makes this place special—from the dramatic sandstone cliffs to the techy mountain biking terrain. Athletes will compete in teams of two and can choose […]
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 are not going to want to miss this one! Can't make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual […]
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