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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 everyone. Choose either a 5k "trot" or 1k "trek" perfect for families and little ones! This new course will be everything we love about Fayetteville: hilly, scenic, fun, and downtown! […]
Start your Thanksgiving off on the right foot at the Turkey Day 5K, a fun run and fundraiser for the Batesville Swim Team! Join friends, family, and fellow runners for a festive morning filled with fitness, fun, and community spirit. The race kicks off at 9:00 am on Thanksgiving Day, giving you the perfect excuse […]
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 12-hour runs will begin at 7:30 a.m. on Saturday, November 30. Check-in will start 45 minutes before the start time of the event you are running. Course […]
Join Saline River Canoe, Arkansas Watertrails Partnership, and ACC BOATR for the 14th Annual Black Friday Cleanup! Details may change, but what we are thinking at this time is that we will once again try to have a “downriver” opportunity for those who would like that, which will most likely be a float from Lyle […]
Come on out and Talk Turkey to Me on November 29th for a fun-filled 5K and kids fun run! The race kicks off at 8 a.m. and will benefit the Main Street Mission in Russellville. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun way to start your day, this event is perfect […]
WADDLE, WALK, RUN OR FLY 5k or 10k! Stuttgart AR is known for being the Rice and Duck Capital of the World. Join us Thanksgiving weekend for the Wings Over the Prairie Festival! Get a gaggle of friends or fly alone and conquer new goals. If you can't make it to Stuttgart the Saturday after […]
Dogtown Chilly 5K is a charity race hosted by Rotary Club of North Little Rock and Lakewood Property Owners Association (LPOA). All proceeds go to benefit NLR Rotary's college scholarship for North Little Rock High School Graduates and the NLR Rotary Literacy program for primary and elementary students, also known as "I Like Me". […]
3 Bridges Marathon – Saturday, December 6, at 7:00 a.m. River Mountain Park/ Two Rivers Bridge – 4468 River Mountain Road, Little Rock, AR Aid Stations, Restrooms, and Medical Support There are aid stations that average nearly every mile. There are numerous restrooms, including permanent restrooms on the River Trail and portable ones that we will […]
Four distances to choose from...half marathon, 10K, 5K and fun run. The race will visit some of Fayetteville's most unique spots. There are also virtual options. Entry Fees are Priced with a T-Shirt Entry Fees are priced with a long-sleeved ringspun cotton t-shirt , but a participant has the option to select no t-shirt and […]
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, […]
This is an annual trail race in memory of Curtis Colt Childress, who was killed in a motorcycle accident on September 26, 2024. The race distances are 10, 4, and 1 miles through the trails at Woolly Hollow State Park. All proceeds will go to the Cabugcayan Mission/Biliran Church of Christ in the Philippines, which […]
4th Annual Diamond Jingle 5K Color Run -- Join us on December 6th here in Murfreesboro, AR for the 2025 Diamond Jingle 5K Color Run! This 5K was created to help support local charities. Our mission is to help raise funds to enrich these charities and grow!
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. […]
hangri La is located 25 miles west of Hot Springs and 12 miles east of Mount Ida off of Hwy 270. You will turn onto Shangri-La Drive and make the first left which is OLD HWY 270. Look for signs posted for the run. Registration will be set up 500 ft down OLD HWY 270. […]
Time & Location December 6, 2025, Coler Mountain Bike Preserve, 2500 NW 3rd St, Bentonville, AR 72712 Description Friday, December 5, 2025 - Pre-ride will open at noon with taped course. Saturday, December 6, 2025 - XC Race for Juniors, Adults & EMTB Sunday, December 7, 2025 - Enduro for Juniors, Adults & EMTB Get ready to Go Nuts […]
This holiday run will be held at Ben Geren Regional Park in Fort Smith. Start and Finish will be at the Ben Geren Community Safe Shelter. Timed by Jaymax Race Timing. This run will benefit Project Compassion's Hearts of Gold Christmas gifts program for Nursing Home residents without friends and family. Medals for 5K top 3 in each category and finisher medals. Register now […]
This is a free, donation based "fun run" put on by RD N. Johnson and Assistant RD S. Turner. This is basically like any training run you would do on your own. Only difference, we're feeding you. A donation jar to cover food and drinks will be at the start/finish or you can email us […]
We, members of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc the Epsilon Alpha Lamda Chapter seated in Conway, Arkansas started the Inaugural movement last year. This year, we’re keeping it running... The 2nd Annual Founders Day Fun Run & Walk is back — the same event that made history as the First Founders Day Fun Run in […]
WE'RE BACK FOR OUR 7th YEAR! Mark your calendar for Saturday, December 6, as we launch the Holiday season with our 7th Annual NARMC Santa Shuffle Fun Run/Walk. Embrace the joy of giving this year while creating lasting memories. Consider starting a new holiday tradition with friends and family! We'll begin at North Arkansas Regional […]
Join us for a 2k Fun Run/Walk for the entire family. Wear a holiday themed costume or an "ugly" Christmas sweater and enjoy the scenic winter sites at Janssen Park. Join us as we kickoff the holiday with the last Fun Run/Walk of the year! This event is not timed. Please consider bringing a toy […]
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