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The SoMa Main Street Mile
2026-06-05 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | SOMA District Little Rock, S. Main Street, Little Rock, AR, 72202, United States
Join us for the 3rd Annual 2026 SoMa Main Street Mile — a high-energy celebration of movement, community, and summer racing in the heart of Little Rock!
Get ready to lace up and fly down SoMa Main Street under the evening lights. Whether you’re chasing a PR, testing your fitness, or enjoying a fun night out with family and friends, this mile has a place for you. Our event features the Kids Mini Mile, Open Heats, and the always electrifying Elite Mile.
Presented by Blue Rose Running in collaboration SoMa 501/ SoMa District and volunteers from all of the amazing individuals in the running/walking community and running clubs in Central Arkansas such as Little Rock Roadrunners, Arkansas Running Klub, Cabot Cruisers, Saline County Striders, Conway Running Club, and many more!) this event delivers unforgettable racing, a festival-style atmosphere, and one of the most exciting finishes you’ll find anywhere in Arkansas.
Get ready for the FASTEST road mile in Arkansas!
RACE DIVISIONS
Kid’s Mini Mile
– Ages 12 & under
– Children 8 & under must run with an adult*
Women’s Open Mile
– For athletes typically above a 6:00 mile pace
Men’s Open Mile
– For athletes typically above a 5:00 mile pace
Women’s Elite Mile
– 6:00 mile pace and under
Men’s Elite Mile
– 5:00 mile pace and under
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Course Map linked on the registration page.
The race starts and finishes in the vibrant center of SoMa to create a true street-festival race experience for runners and spectators alike.
Begin on S. Main St., just past E. 13th St.
Run south down Main for ¼ mile
Turn right onto W. 17th St.
Left onto S. Louisiana St.
At the halfway point of the race, turn left onto E. Charles Bussey Ave.
Return to S. Main St., turn left, and charge north for the iconic final straightaway back to the Start/Finish arch for a strong downhill finish.
This fast, spectator-packed course makes the SoMa Mile one of the most unique racing experiences in the region.
A Regional Championship Event
We’re proud to announce that the 2026 SoMa Mile has been selected as the RRCA Southern Region 1-Mile Championship!
In only its third year, this event continues to grow, inspire, and bring top-tier racing to Central Arkansas. Come be part of the momentum!
Register Now:
https://runsignup.com/…/LittleRock/TheSoMaMainStreetMile
#SoMaMainStreetMile

War Eagle Trail Races
2026-06-06 06:30 - 15:00 | Hobbs State Park Visitor Center, 20201 East Hwy. 12, Rogers, AR, 72756, United States
50K, 25K & 10K RACE EVENTS
The Hobbs War Eagle was established in 2010 and has grown to become the biggest trail race in the state of Arkansas. This acclaimed and award-winning event allows both beginner and veteran runners the opportunity to experience the beauty of the largest state park in Arkansas. Proceeds from the race are donated to the Friends of Hobbs and the Lions Club Scholarship Fund. For more details, we invite you to visit our website. We are grateful for your continued support. See you at Hobbs. #DBAD

Monday Night Lights Criterium
2026-06-08 18:00 - 20:30, 2026-06-15 18:00 - 20:30, 2026-06-22 18:00 - 20:30, 2026-06-29 18:00 - 20:30 | Central Arkansas Carting Complex, 49 Ricky Bobby Way, Vilonia, 72173, United States
Come out and race a crit like none other on Central Arkansas’ newest high speed karting course. The course is .7 of a mile of smooth pavement with 14 turns, plenty of room for passing, and a long straight for those high watt final sprints! Come early to pre-ride the course and dial in those handling skills before the main event.
Cash prizes for the A race podium sponsored by Spokes Little Rock, podium prizes sponsored by Trek Little Rock. Prime prizes for A,B,&C races sponsored by Trek Little Rock, Arkansas Cycle & Fitness, Tifosi Optics, Hand-up Gloves, Blue Sail Coffee, Dumondetech lubricants and others.
We have also partnered with Trek Little Rock this year to raffle off a signed Mads Pederson World Champ jersey, bring three non-perishable canned goods for each entry, unlimited entries!!! All canned food will be donated to the Vilonia Food Pantry to support the community that helps welcome our racing!

Bentonville Bike Fest 2026
2026-06-11 - 2026-06-14 | Coler Mountain Bike Preserve 1, 2003 NW Homestead Ln, Bentonville, AR, 72712, United States
Arkansas’s premier mountain biking festival celebrating trails, community, and adventure.
What started as a vision to showcase Bentonville’s incredible trail system has grown into the region’s premier cycling celebration.
The festival brings together riders of all abilities to experience the natural beauty and welcoming spirit that defines our community.

$5 5K
2026-06-12 19:00 - 20:00 | Pirate Perry Events Headquarters, 905 South St., Mountain Home, 72653, United States
When & Where
Pirate Perry Events Headquarters
905 South Street
Mountain Home, AR 72653
Thursday, June 11, 2026
​7:00 pm Start
Course Description
Leave 905 South St, take Main St. to ASU and back.
Map & Elevation chart, see the route on Strava.
​​Aid station(s) at mile 1.1 and 2.1 with water, and maybe something else if we’re feeling saucy.
Packet Pick-Up / Registration
– Pickup on race day evening! Starting at 6:00 pm.
– We will also accept on-site registrations at this time. Cash or check only.
– If you have pre-registered and cannot attend you may pick up any pre-purchased merchandise after race day. Sorry, no refunds will be given.

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Straight Up Gravel
2026-06-13 | Anstaff Soccer Complex, 202 Old Stonewall Rd, Harrison, 72601, United States
Straight Up Gravel makes its first annual debut on June 13th in Harrison, Arkansas, delivering a raw and unforgettable gravel experience in the heart of the Ozarks. Riders will tackle stunning, soul-testing routes that trace the legendary Buffalo National River, pairing jaw-dropping views with truly grueling climbs. With three distance options—70, 50, and 25 miles—Straight Up Gravel welcomes everyone from seasoned gravel grinders to first-time adventurers. This isn’t just a ride; it’s a challenge with purpose. Every dollar raised goes directly back into local trail maintenance and development, making this event an incredible value and a powerful way to support the riding community. Come for the scenery. Stay for the suffering. Ride for the trails.

Ozark Valley Triathlon
2026-06-13 - 2026-06-14 | Lake Wedington, 15689 Lake Wedington Entry Rd, Fayetteville, AR, 72704, United States
OVT Off-Road Triathlon, Off-Road Duathlon, Gravel Triathlon and Gravel Duathlon to be held on the same weekend as the oldest road triathlon in NW Arkansas.
Saturday, June 13 – OVT Gravel Triathlon, Gravel Duathlon, Mtn Bike Triathlon and Mtn Bike Duathlon events.
Off-road events:

Gravel Tri – 400-yard swim, 12-mile bike, 3-mile run
Gravel Du – 2-mile run, 12-mile bike, 3-mile run
Mountain Bike Tri – 400-yard swim, 8-mile bike, 3-mile run
Mountain Bike Du – 2-mile run, 8-mile bike, 3-mile run

Sunday, June 14 – Ozark Valley Triathlon (road events) is hosting the 2026 Arkansas State Championships in the international and sprint distances as well as the Arkansas High School State Championship. There is a combined Club Championship competition as well. These are both road triathlon races and there will be a Aquabike, duathlon and team category (International distance only) in the Ozark Valley Triathlon.
OVT road events:

Sprint Triathlon – 400-yard swim, 13-mile bike, 2-mile run (USA Triathlon Arkansas State Championship and High School State Championship)
International Triathlon (individual or teams) – 1,000-yard swim, 19-mile bike and a 4-mile run (USA Triathlon Arkansas State Championship)
Aquabike – 1,000-yard swim, 19-mile bike
Sprint Duathlon – 2-mile run, 13-mile bike, 2-mile run

All events will be held at Lake Wedington Recreation Area. Lake Wedington is located 13 miles west of Fayetteville and is one of the most natural settings for a triathlon in the region. Both spectators and participants can enjoy the natural beauty of the area, combined with unique finisher medals, post-race food, awards and prizes make this race one to attend.

Major Taylor One Eleven (MT111)
2026-06-13 06:30 - 14:00
“Major Taylor 111 at the Port” is a cycling event created through the partnership of the Major Taylor Cycling Club of Little Rock (MTCCLR) and the local 501c3 non-profit Recycle Bikes for Kids (RB4K).
MT111 is one of the most sought after cycling events in the country. Supported by the Little Rock Port Authority, local cyclists and bike enthusiasts from around the country will want to attend for the unique aspects of this ride with a Major Taylor flavor.

Arkansas Runner 2M
2026-06-13 07:30 - 09:00 | Boys And Girls Clubs Of Saline County, 1810 Citizens Dr, Benton, AR, 72015, United States
Net profits from the race will be donated to the Boys & Girls Club.
Because of your support, over $14,000 has been donated in the past 4 years and we want to continue to support the kids.

Trail of Tears Remembrance Ride
2026-06-20 - 2026-06-21 | Pea Ridge Bike Camp, 10542 Blue Jay Rd, Pea Ridge, 72751, United States
We remember the Trail of Tears to acknowledge the humanity of those who suffered and the grave injustice committed against sovereign peoples. This remembrance ride is not about assigning collective modern-day guilt, but about collective modern-day responsibility. History, unexamined, repeats its patterns of dehumanization and marginalization.
Remembrance facilitates essential change and discussion. It forces us to examine how systemic power can be used to silence, displace, and erase entire cultures. By confronting this legacy, we open dialogues about ongoing challenges faced by Indigenous communities today. I challenge every rider to be a beacon of hope and change that inspires society.
All entry fees will be donated to the Cherokee Nation Foundation.
The Remembrance Ride serves as a respectful complement to the Remember the Removal Ride by focusing on public awareness and broader participation while honoring the latter’s status as a foundational youth leadership program. We also recognize that the Remember the Removal Ride is a much more challenging journey than this event.
The Route retraces the Trail of Tears from Pea Ridge, AR to Tahlequah, OK. This is a one-way route. If you choose to not complete the out and back route then you are responsible for your own transportation.
This is a self-supported ride – riders are responsible for their own food, water, navigation, and repairs. The event will be held on roads that are open to vehicular traffic. Bright colors and bike lights are recommended to improve safety and visibility.
The start location = Pea Ridge Bike Camp 10542 Blue Jay Rd, Pea Ridge, AR 72751. The Grand Depart will be at 8 AM on June 20th 2026. Participants are encouraged to camp overnight at the Pea Ridge Bike Camp if they would like to. The cost is $30 and reservations can be made through Hipcamp.com using the UR code. Cash payments will be accepted on-site. Outdoor showers and a bike wash station are available for those opting to camp. There will be courtesy parking available for all participants throughout the weekend at no cost. https://www.hipcamp.com/en-US/land/arkansas-pea-ridge-bike-camp-xryhkd7n?adults=1&children=0&srid=b516f1c2-043f-4057-869f-bddba26de178
Please see the following routes:

https://ridewithgps.com/routes/53659411?privacy_code=5L6GDjQAcRKNRfmTmCfFzDFkCsNHqUTo
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/53781133?privacy_code=NJcJ8zCVQq5Ht8pcdZwKeQdCHeqoMzAW
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/53776809
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/54162737

Phat Tire Bike Shop is sponsoring the event: Phat Tire will provide a support van to transport camping gear to the overnight location for semi-supported participants. The van will have limited capacity and is intended to help reduce carried weight for riders. It will NOT function as an official SAG vehicle or follow the slowest rider along the route. Phat Tire staff will also be available at camp locations to provide basic technical support as needed.
The main camping areas that the group and the Phat Tire Crew will be staying at is Eagle Bluff Resort = https://www.eaglebluffresort.com/
**Once registered I highly recommend reserving a campsite along the Illinois River as these sites are extremely popular during kayaking/rafting season and will book quickly. Please refer to the RideWithGPS links to research camping websites and book online.
Route surface description: The section from Pea Ridge to Fayetteville incorporates gravel and paved Greenway. Fayetteville to Tahlequah incorporates singletrack, chunky gravel roads, and low-traffic paved roads. If completing the entire route a tire width of 45 mm+ is recommended.

Monumental Mayhem AMBCS XC Race
2026-06-21 07:30 - 15:00 | Hobbs State Park Visitor Center, 20201 East Hwy. 12, Rogers, AR, 72756, United States
Please join the Ozark Off-Road Cyclists for the very first annual Monumental Mayhem XC Race at Hobbs State Park! This race is part of the AMBCS series, is sanctioned by USAC, and utilizes Wolf’s Den and Karst Loop Trails.
As always, kids race free (ages 14 & under, racing in the 14 & under categories)
Thanks to Adventure Subaru’s sponsorship, these registration fees are covered in a continued effort to make mountain biking more accessible for our youth. Parent Note – Kids will need to hold a one-day or annual USAC license. AMBCS waives the hard plate fee for junior racers.
There is NO on-site registration available.
All racers are asked to enter the State Park and follow arrows to event grounds to parking located along Page Sawmill Rd.
Riders need to check in at registration, but your wait-time should be minimum. If this is your first race of the season you will need to purchase an AMBCS hard plate for $25.
Remember that all of the people involved in OORC assisting you on race day are volunteers and have donated their time. Please be courteous and thank them for their volunteerism.
Lunch will be served for all participants/attendees.

Run the Runway 5K
2026-06-27 07:00 - 08:30 | Texarkana Airport, 30 Globe Ave, Texarkana, 71854, United States
Get ready to take off on a one-of-a-kind 5K experience! The Run the Runway 5K is Texarkana’s newest race—and it’s unlike anything you’ve ever run before. Hosted in conjunction with the Texarkana Airshow, this unique race gives participants the rare opportunity to race on an actual airport runway. Feel the thrill as you run where jets take off, with planes on display and aviation energy all around you!
Whether you’re a seasoned runner, a casual walker, or just here for the incredible atmosphere, Run the Runway is for you. This flat, fast course is perfect for personal records, family fun, and photo ops you won’t find at any other 5K.
All proceeds benefit For the Sake of One, a nonprofit supporting foster, adoptive, and kinship families in our community. Lace up for a cause and help strengthen families—one stride at a time.
Highlights:
✈️ Part of the course is on the airport runway
🎉 Airshow festivities and plane displays
🎟️ Airshow ticket purchase required for friends and family to cheer you on at the finish line, granting them earliest gate admission AND FREE parking!
🏅 Medals for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd in each age group (and male/female)
📸 Unique race-day photo ops
👨‍👩‍👧 Family-friendly fun run atmosphere (the first 10 participants to request running with a jogging stroller will be allowed)
🎽 T-shirts guaranteed for registrations completed by June 16
Sponsors:
Runway Commander – Farmer’s Bank and Trust
Jet Sponsors – Ledwell and Signature Aviation
Ground Crew Sponsors – Racquet and Jog, Care Pet Clinic, and Smith-Blair
Taxiway Sponsor – The Canvas special events center
Take off with us June 27, 2026—and be part of the first-ever Run the Runway 5K!

Riggs CAT Rock N Run 5K
2026-06-27 07:00 - 09:30 | Martin Marietta Hatton Quarry, 323 Polk County Road 15, Cove, 71937, United States
Join us for the Riggs CAT Rock N Run 5K at the Martin Marietta Hatton
Quarry, located in Cove, AR!
Martin Marietta’s Hatton Quarry is proud to host the Riggs CAT Rock N Run
5K for its inaugural year! We welcome all levels of runners and competitors
to this one-of-a-kind race that allows you to run along the edge of an
operating rock quarry with breathtaking views of the Ouachita National
Forest!
PRIZES:
1st Place Male & Female $300 Each
2nd Place Male & Female $150 Each
3rd Place Male & Female $75 Each

Red White & Blue Festival 5K
2026-06-27 07:00 - 10:00 | ASU – Mountain Home, 1600 S College St., Mountain Home, 72653, United States
The Mountain Home Chamber of Commerce presents the Red White & Blue Festival 5K Run!
Saturday June 28th, 2025.
6:00 – 6:45 am – Packet pickup and on-site registration
7:00 am – Race starts
8:15-ish – Awards
Join in the fun at the ASU Campus in Mountain Home, Arkansas.

CRC Firecracker Fun Run 5k & 1-Mile Kids Sparkler
2026-06-27 07:00 - 10:00 | Tucker Creek Trail, 700 Salem Rd, Conway, 72034, United States
We are back at it for 2026!
Join the Conway Running Club for the 2026 CRC Firecracker Fun Run 5K & 1-Mile Kids Sparkler on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at 306 Salem Rd, Conway, AR 72034!
Official 5k Route: https://www.strava.com/activities/18654028431
Whether you are chasing a PR, walking with friends, or introducing your little ones to racing fun, this event is for EVERYONE!
Event Highlights:
5K Race – 7:30 AM
Kids 1-Mile Sparkler – 7:15 AM
Water stop available on course
Music, community, and patriotic fun
Great course atmosphere along the trail
Festive red, white, and blue vibes encouraged!
Registration is FREE to all Conway Running Club members, so be sure to become a member before registering! (See membership cost and perks below.) 12 and under, $10 for 5k & $5 for 1miler. 100% Member discount and age based discounts will be automatically applied at checkout. YOU MUST USE SAME EMAIL TO REGISTER FOR RACE AS USED FOR CLUB MEMBERSHIP.
Important Race Information:
– Pre-race announcements and the National Anthem will take place ON THE TRAIL at the starting line at 7:00 AM
– Please head directly to the START LINE after check-in (not the parking lot)
– Extra parking will be available at the Conway Fitness Center
– Participants can enjoy a quick .4-mile warm-up walk/jog to the start line on the trail from Conway Fitness Center
This race is perfect for seasoned runners, walkers, families, kids, and anyone looking to kick off Independence Day celebrations with an active and FUN community event!
Come celebrate summer, fitness, and community with CRC — we cannot wait to see you at the starting line!
ADDITIONAL INFO:
1) This is a fun run. It is not a timed event. We will, however, have refreshments and awards for those that register for the event on RunSignUp. All participants will receive a finisher award.
(Please note: we will not ship. You will have to pick up at a date/location TBD.) The first male and first female “winners” of the 5k will also receive FREE swag.
Registration is FREE to all Conway Running Club members, so be sure to become a member before registering! (See membership cost and perks below.) 12 and under, $10 for 5k & $5 for 1miler. 100% Member discount and age based discounts will be automatically applied at checkout. YOU MUST USE SAME EMAIL TO REGISTER FOR RACE AS USED FOR CLUB MEMBERSHIP.
1) We will have a wave start with the 5k starting at 7:30 am and the 1-mile 7:15 am. Please arrive early enough to check-in for the event (we will be giving you a wristband to denote which race you are running).
2) This is an OPEN course. The 1-mile course will be on the trail with a turnaround point halfway. We ask that you please try to run on the right side of the trail as to not impede those who are returning to the finish. While the majority of the 5k is along the trail, there is a small portion that goes into a neighborhood. It is your responsibility to obey all traffic laws and be aware of your surroundings. Please run opposing vehicular traffic whenever possible.
3) We are anticipating a nice turn out for this event, and we are excited! We hope you can make it and meet other runners/walkers!
4) While we love our four-legged friends, we ask that you abstain from bringing them to this event in case there are runners who are wary of dogs.
5) Strollers will be allowed, but we ask that you start at the back of the pack!
6) WARNING: There are limited bathrooms at the start/finish line of this event. There are bathrooms at the Fitness Center, which you will need to ask permission to use, and there are also bathrooms across the street at the McDonald’s.
An annual individual membership to the Conway Running Club is only $15 for the year for an individual and $30 for a family. Your member helps.us host events like this and more, AND you get all of these perks with membership:

10% off at Rock City Running (Little Rock, AR)
10% off at Fleet Feet Little Rock (Little Rock, AR)
10% off the CRC Merch store
TheFeed.com – you get rewards for being a CRC member quarterly
Get 10% off at Running Warehouse using code
Get 25% Zealios products year-round using code
20% off non-coaching services with Blue Rose Running Co. using code
Waived signup fees and discounted memberships at 10Fitness in Conway
Local race discounts! Be on the lookout for emails/notifications about discount codes you can use when registering for local races.

Become a member here! Then come back and register for the event FREE!
INCLEMENT WEATHER PLAN
We will have the run as planned if it rains, but we will postpone the race for 30 minutes in case of lightning. If after 30 minutes the lightning has not subsided, we will have to cancel the event (but we will still pass out the medals to everyone who registered). There is a possibility that a large rainstorm prior to the event could block off access to the northern part of the trail (under the Prince Street bridge). In that case, we will have the 5k runners use the 1-mile turn around to make 3 down and back loops.

True Grit 2026
2026-06-27 07:00 - 15:00 | Fort Chaffee, 7313 Terry St,, Fort Smith, AR, 72916, United States
True Grit Bike Ride and/or 5K Run/Walk
This ride is a fundraiser to provide food for at-risk children.
If you sign up by June 16th, you get a free event-shirt

Mitchell's Mountain 5K Trail Race and 1K Dash for Hope
2026-06-27 07:30 - 09:30 | Mount Kessler Park, 2600 W. Judge Cummings Road, Fayetteville, AR, 72701, United States
The Reason: This isn’t just another 5k benefit for charity. This race is creating a trail where one didn’t exist. When you run this race, you become part of a community that believes everyone deserves the opportunity to race and to feel like they have purpose and dignity.
The Order of Events: The 1k will start first. We will celebrate the hard work and bravery of the families and those affected by disability for signing up, showing up, and completing the race to the best of their ability. The 5k will begin shortly after the conclusion of the 1k.
The Org: Mitchell’s Mountain serves and supports families affected by autism and other Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. We achieve this through essential respite care, an upcoming long-term residential community designed for those with severe autism, and local family events like this race.

RUNNING WITH THE ELK 5K RUN/WALK
2026-06-27 08:00 - 10:00 | Lost Valley Store and Canoe Rental, AR-43 Highway, Ponca, 72670, United States
Please join us on Saturday, June 27, 2026 in downtown Ponca, AR. The race will begin at the Lost Valley Store and Canoe Rental located on Hwy 43 at 8:00 am. Registration will begin @ 7 a.m. The course takes place in the beautiful Boxley Valley on Hwy 43. Runners and walkers of all ages are welcome! Funds from the 5K help the Jasper/Newton County Kiwanis support our local youth and graduating seniors with scholarships.

The Sawyer Saves 5K
2026-06-27 09:00 - 13:00 | Gatling Park, 2325 Tyler Street, Conway, 72034, United States
This is a 5K to remember my son Sawyer, but also to support all families who have lost children. This 5K will raise money to fund the Sawyer Saves Foundation, which will provide the funding for low-income families to take swimming lessons.

Kessler Mountain Jam
2026-06-28 08:00 - 14:00 | Mount Kessler Park, 2600 W. Judge Cummings Road, Fayetteville, AR, 72701, United States
Kessler Mountain Jam is an AMBCS (Arkansas Mountain Bike Championship Series) mountain bike race contested on the trails of Kessler Mountain in south Fayetteville, AR. This is a USA Cycling sanctioned race and there are categories for all ages and levels. See following link for license requirements for each level of racer – https://www.kesslermountainjam.com/Race/KesslerMountainJam/Page-3.
Chip timing, custom socks, post-race food and beverage (adult and youth), and awards are part of this great day of racing.
Bring a cowbell and let’s have a great day of exciting racing!

Free Socks With Entry

Entry Fees are priced with a free pair of custom socks, but a participant has the option to select no socks and SAVE $5 or upgrade to a short sleeve cotton shirt for $10. If an item is ordered and the size is not available then a refund will be issued at packet pickup. Socks and t-shirts (while quantities last) are also available for sale in the Merchandise store if additional items are wanted.
Race Giveaway Options and Styles:

NO Option – Save $5
Cotton/poly ribbed KMJ custom socks (NO CHARGE)
Short Sleeve Ringspun Cotton T-shirt ($10 upgrade) – unisex sizing.

48th Annual Freedom Fest 5K
2026-07-04 07:00 - 09:00 | Greenwood Chamber of Commerce, #2 W. Center, Greenwood, 72936, United States
Greenwood Chamber of Commerce Freedom Fest 5K, July 4.
All registration is done online. Registration will be $40.00
Early Entry Fee of $30.00 ends Friday, June 20th
T-Shirt guaranteed to the first 250 paid pre-registered runners.
Race begins at 7:00 a.m.
Early packet pickup will be July 3rd, 1-6 pm at the Chamber office. 16 Townsquare.
No Entries Will Be Accepted After 6:45 am. July 4th.
For more information contact the Greenwood Chamber of Commerce 479-996-6357

Freedom Finishers 5K and 1 Mile
2026-07-04 07:00 - 09:00 | Rotary Park, 309 Carroll Road, Paragould, 72450, United States
In this country we have Freedom, we have freedom to Run and we have the freedom to run a July 4th race and finish with pride. We will be hosting the Freedom Finishers 5K at Paragould’s Rotary Park on July 4th starting at 7:00AM. The start time has been moved up to allow participants the opportunity to run this event and get to the Community Center for the 8:00AM 4 miler event. The course will be an out and back on the 8 mile ditch trail.
Entry fee is $30 for non-military members 16 and older. Those not old enough to drive yet are discounted to $15.
For those not wanting the 5K distance we are adding a 1 mile route.
Service members (Military, Police, and Fire) can use coupon code “Military” to get $10 off the entry fee. Please have your military ID available at check-in on race morning to receive your bib.
T-shirt cutoff is 6/22 so please register early to insure you get one. Extras are first come, first serve until we run out.
Come out and enjoy the run and create a new tradition. Runners, Walkers, Strollers and 4-legged friends are all welcome to participate.

Yell County Freedom 4-Miler
2026-07-04 07:00 - 09:00 | Veterans Memorial Riverfront Park, 3 Locust Street, Dardanelle, 72834, United States
Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday at the Yell County Freedom 4-Miler
Kick off your 4th of July with a historic stride! This year, Dardanelle is pulling out all the stops for a massive, family-friendly Independence Day celebration at Veterans Memorial Riverfront Park—and we are starting the day on the right foot.
Whether you’re a competitive runner or just looking for a morning walk with the family, come out for the inaugural Yell County Freedom 4-Miler as we celebrate 250 years of American liberty!
Race Details:
📅 Date: Saturday, July 4th, 2026
⏰ Time: 7:00 AM sharp
📍 Start & Finish: Veterans Memorial Riverfront Park
🏃‍♂️ Route: Lace up for a beautiful 4-mile loop following our brand-new city trail all the way to the Dardanelle Community Center and back.
Packet Pickup and Same Day Registration will be from 6:00a-6:45a with the race beginning promptly at 7a.
🎉 Stick Around for the Main Event! The fun doesn’t stop at the finish line. Veterans Park will be buzzing all day long with incredible festivities for the whole family:
💦 Cool Off: Slide down the state’s largest community slip ‘n slide!
🍔 Eat & Groove: Grab a bite from local food trucks and enjoy live music from bands.
🎆 The Grand Finale: End the night with our biggest aerial fireworks display yet, featuring an expanded budget for an unforgettable show over the water!

Planning your day? Don’t forget to check out nearby Lake Dardanelle and Mount Nebo State Parks for daytime nature walks and community bike parades!
See you at the starting line! 🥇
Race Info:
This is a scenic 2 mile out and back following the new Dardanelle Trail System. We will start and finish at the trail head near the basketball court in Veteran’s Memorial Riverfront Park, you will follow the trail along front street then turn on to N Second St. where you will cross under Hwy 22 to the parking lot by the Dardanelle Community Center where you will turn around and head back.
This is a chip timed race you will need to cross the starting mat and finish mat in order to be recorded. Please make sure you have the chip securely attached to your shoe. (see image below for examples)
There is 1 water stop for this race at the turn around point near the Dardanelle Community Center.
We will have overall awards for the top 3 male and female finishers for both the runner and walker categories. We will also have top 3 age awards for 10 year increments 0-9, 10-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79 and 80+
Awards will begin @8:30a after the kids fun run (we may start sooner if all runners are off course)
Parking:
We will have parking available at Veteran’s Memorial River Front Park.
Packet Pick Up:
We will have packet pick up the day of the race only at the start line beginning at @5:45a and closing at 6:45a. Please make sure you plan to get there and get your packet early so we can start the race promptly at 7a.
**Register before 11:59p CST 6/22 to be guaranteed a shirt and medal.

Tour De Horseshoe 14.1 Mile Bike Race and Run for the Fireworks 5K
2026-07-04 07:00 - 10:00 | Horseshoe Lake Baptist Church, 15235 AR-47 South, Hughes, 72348, United States
Run for the Fireworks 5K and Tour De Horseshoe 14.1 mile Bike Race
July 4, 2026
PRE REGISTRATION STRONGLY ENCOURAGED
Bike Race Starts & Ends at 7:30 AM at Horseshoe Lake Baptist Church (241 Lake Estates Dr.)
5K Starts at 7:15 AM at Bond’s Grocery Store (15235 AR-147 S) and Ends at Horseshoe Lake Baptist Church
The 5k Run and Bike Ride for Fireworks is a community based fundraiser to raise money for our Fireworks and Fire Department. Additionally, it is an opportunity for our community to come together and celebrate our independence.
Bike Race Registration and Packet Pick up will be the morning of the event beginning at 6:00 am.
5K Registration and Packet Pick up will be the morning of the event beginning at 6:00 am.
5K registration is $35.00
Day of race registration will be $40.00
Bike Race registration is $35.00
Day of race registration will be $40.00

Firecracker Fast 5K
2026-07-04 07:30 - 10:00 | The Heights, 1825 N. Grant Street, Little Rock, 72207, United States
Come join us this Independence Day and run the course Runner’s World has called “One of the fastest in the USA!”
The Firecracker Fast 5K has been a tradition in Little Rock for families and friends for 50 straight years. This iconic course will take you winding down the heart of Little Rock on Kavanaugh Boulevard, swing by the Little Rock Zoo and finish around the outside of War Memorial Stadium.

Firecracker trophies will be handed to the first 50 men and first 50 women finishers
Overall male/female and age divison awards
Medals for all kids 12 years old and under who complete the race
Commemorative race shirts guaranteed for pre-registered participants

Freedom 5k
2026-07-04 07:30 - 10:00 | Lake Balboa Marina, 476 Ponce De Leon Drive, Hot Springs Village, 71909, United States
Join us on the 4th of July 2026 at Lake Balboa Beach in Hot Springs Village, AR for the annual Stars and Stripes Freedom 5k Run and 1k Walk. Check-in starts at 6:30a and the run begins at approximately 7:30a. All runners will receive a custom finisher’s medal and awards will be given for top 3 men’s and women’s finishers. We will have a strict field limit of 175 runners. All participants must sign a waiver. Links to the course map and waiver are below. Online Registration is $20 until July 2nd with onsite registration available for $25 July 3rd/4th. Early check-in/registration will take place in the garden area next to the Coronado Fitness Center from 4-6 on the 3rd of July.

Four on the 4th
2026-07-04 08:00 - 10:00 | Paragould Community Center, 3404 Linwood Drive, Paragould, 72450, United States
Kick off Independence Day with a few miles, a good time, and a finisher’s medal that’s going to be an awesome addition to your wall! The race takes place at the Paragould Community Center and consists of 4 one-mile loops. At the end of each loop you get a beaded necklace.
End of Lap 1: Red
End of Lap 2: White
End of Lap 3: Blue
End of Lap 4: Finishers Medal!
Stick around for Chick-fil-a and awards after the race!
