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HealthWorks Fitness Center in El Dorado, AR is committed to the health and well-being of the people of South Arkansas. The proceeds from this event will benefit our Parkinson's program, Rock Steady Boxing, at HealthWorks Fitness Center.
Celebrating the unique culture and beauty of the Arkansas Delta, the 4th Annual Delta Grind will be held on Saturday, April 12th, 2025. This event will offer various activities including cycling, running, walking, live music, food, and other exciting experiences. Participants can choose from various cycling routes that cater to all skill levels, from challenging […]
HealthWorks Fitness Center in El Dorado, AR is committed to the health and well-being of the people of South Arkansas. The proceeds from this event will benefit our Parkinson's program, Rock Steady Boxing, at HealthWorks Fitness Center.
Iron Mountain Legend trail run is held on the epic trails of Iron Mountain just outside Caddo Valley on DeGray Lake. With 10K, 27K and 41K options...there is something for everyone. Post-race food and drink, plus a unique finisher medal will make it a day to remember. The start/finish line will be at the Iron […]
The Southern Enduro Tour (SET) visits Texas, Arkansas and Oklahoma offering the best variety of terrain in the mid-west and creating a regional championship that is both challenging and fun for any mountain biker that is seeking a premium race experience. At the season finale the SET will crown competitors as the best all-around Enduro […]
The Iron Mountain XC is an AMBCS (Arkansas Mountain Bike Championship Series) mountain bike race contested on the lengendary trail system of Iron Mountain which is located on DeGray Lake just outside of Caddo Valley, Arkansas. This is a USA Cycling-sanctioned race and there are categories for all ages and levels. An annual licenses is […]
Race Category Details: First Chance: 4:30pm start 20 minutes This category is for the rider who is new to the sport of competitive USA Cycling-sanctioned bike racing and/or criteriums. See First Chance section for more details and explanation of this category. A one-day or annual USA Cycling is required to participate in this race. Both can be […]
UPDATE & DATE CHANGE: According to Tim Scott, Assistant Superintendent at Devil's Den State Park, "Due to the extreme weather, the Ozark Mountain Bike Festival has been rescheduled for April 19, 2025. The event will be a one-day affair, and we will release a new schedule within a few days. I included a few photos […]
Get ready to lace up your sneakers for the CABF 5K, happening on April 19, 2025, at the corner of Hwy 82 and 6th St. in Lewisville, AR! This annual event honors the legacy of Cpt. Arthur "Bo" Felder, a Lafayette County native who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the U.S. Army. This […]
The Well Done Run — a race for clean water — is an experiential 5K. During this family fun run, participants carry an empty milk jug to the halfway mark, fill it up with water from a creek and carry it back to the finish line to simulate what people around the world have to do […]
The City of Marianna's first annual 5K Fun Walk/Run was organized by the City of Marianna’s newly elected Mayor to encourage healthy activity among members of the community. Hosted at Marianna’s Park on the Square, the first Marianna Healthy Living 5K Fun Walk/Run will bring together participants who celebrate the City’s new commitment to their […]
Join us for the 1/2 marathon, 10k, 5k, or Virtual! We have a distance for everyone! All races start and finish at Cave City Park at 9 am. OK Plus Timing Service will be there to provide chip timing. About the course: The first 3/4 mile is pavement before it turns to a roller coaster […]
Please join us for our 3nd annual, chip-timed 5K to raise support, so we can continue serving our families in crisis! T-shirts are limited, but anyone who registers on or before April 1, will be guaranteed a t-shirt. After April 1, it will be on a first come, first serve basis. Our race will be […]
Twin Mountain Gravel A festival celebration of dirt and community. Our goal with Dirt Movement events is to create courses and experiences that are shared, as much as possible, for all participants. It doesn’t matter if you’re running 3 miles or riding 50 miles. We are one community with one purpose - get outside and […]
Kids Run Arkansas® is back and better than ever, happening on Friday, April 25, at 6:00 pm! Proudly presented by Conway Regional Health & Fitness Center and sponsored by Groovy Smiles Pediatric Dentistry, this event is all about fun, fitness, and family. Whether you’re walking, jogging, or running, Kids Run Arkansas® is open to children […]
GHO Endurance Challenge, presented by Roof Raiders How far will you go? The GHO Endurance Challenge is a unique event designed to push participants beyond their perceived limits. Set in the scenic Craighead Forest Park, this challenge consists of 30-minute intervals over a 6-hour period, where participants run a 2.5-mile loop each interval. This event […]
Tour de Art: The Janine & Jay Earney Memorial Bike Ride & Art Show is right around the corner! Have you registered for the 5, 25 or 60-mile bike ride yet? There will also be a short family fun bike, trike or hike event that is FREE! Register here: https://www.bikereg.com/tour-de-art-the-janine--jay... 5-mile, 25-mile, 60-mile: $25 entry […]
Please join us on Saturday, April 20th for the first annual Maumelle Charter Falcon Family 5k, 1 mile, and Donut Dash. $25 online registration. $35 after Registration deadline and day of race. Packet pickup will be at Lake Willastien park from 5-730pm on Friday 4/19/24. There will be music, food, and good times. -5k will […]
On Saturday, April 26, 2025,, Pulaski Heights Middle School PTSA will host the 10th anniversary of the Panther Prowl 5K. The race begins at 8:00 am. The Panther Prowl 5K begins at Pulaski Heights Middle School, runs through Knoop Park and historic Hillcrest and ends back at PHMS. Morning of Race Fun will include music […]
Please join us on Saturday, April 26th for the second annual Maumelle Charter Falcon Family 5k, 1 mile, and Donut Dash. $25 online registration. $35 after Registration deadline and day of race. Packet pickup will be at Lake Willastien park (Stage) from 5-7pm on Friday 4/25/25. Additionally, Packet pickup will be the morning of the […]
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