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Andy Buschmann 4-Mile Classic
2024-06-01 08:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Batesville City Hall, 500 E Main St, Batesville, 72501, United States
The 46th Annual Classic
Formerly the White River 4 Mile Classic and HealthSouth 4 Mile Classic, this race is now named for Andy Buschmann, the local running man seen everywhere about town trotting out the miles in his steady gait. He and his buddy Jack Heston ran every version of the race since its founding in 1978 until COVID took Andy from us in 2021. The AB4MC course is USATF certified and officially in the RRCA Arkansas Grand Prix XLII Series for 2024. Proceeds from the race are donated to local charities serving Independence County.
Parking:
There is ample parking at City Hall and in parking lots throughout the Main Street area.
Start/Finish:
The race will begin at 8 am.
The race starts and finishes on Main Street with parking and setup near City Hall.
Timing:
Chip timing will be by Oakley Kramer Timing Plus
Race Route:
The route runs downhill through Batesville’s historic residential and downtown districts, with a couple of substantial climbs through nearby neighborhoods mid-race.
Packet Pick Up:
Early packet pickup will be at the Tomahawk Chop located at 177 East Main Street in downtown Batesville on Friday, May 31st, 4-7 pm.
Race day packet pickup will be at City Hall starting at 6:30 am on Saturday, June 1st.
Registration:
Cost: $25
All runners and walkers will receive a swag bag, race shirt, and finisher’s goodie. Registrations received after May 19, 2024 are not guaranteed preferred t-shirt size.
Race day registration will be available from 6:30-7:30 am.
Cancellation Policy:
If the race is cancelled all entries will be deferred to the 2025 race. Sorry, no refunds.
Adverse Weather Policy:
We expect our events to happen rain or shine. No one, including the Race Director, wants to make changes to an event on race day. However, the safety of our participants is of paramount concern. In the event of adverse weather conditions, the Race Director, in communication with the local law enforcement and the city, may delay the event, cancel the event, or make changes to the race course.
Adverse Weather Definition:
The event may be delayed or canceled due to Tornado Warning, Tornado Watch, Thunderstorm, Heavy Rain, or any other extreme weather condition. Light to moderate rain is not considered an Adverse Weather Condition.

Communication:
If the event is canceled more than 12 hours before the event, we will notify participants via the race website and email. If the event is canceled less than 12 hours before the event we will notify participants via the race website and email. Participants will be notified via email where they can pick up their race packets if they have not already done so.

Festival on the Ridge 5K
2024-06-01 08:00 - 12:00 | Poinsett County Court House Square, 401 Market Street, Harrisburg, 72432, United States
Festival on the Ridge 5K Walk-Run
Harrisburg, AR. June 1st, 2024, starting at 8 AM on the Court House Square. USATF Certified Course #AR23001WJT. Distance is 5km. Age and Gender Categories.
Sponsored by Restoration House Ministries, 813 N. Illinois Street, Harrisburg, AR 72432
Call 870-578-2604 for more information.

Live Well 5K Run/Walk
2024-06-01 08:00 - 12:00 | Two Rivers Park, 6722 Two Rivers Park Road, Little Rock, AR, 72223, United States
The Live Well 5K Run/Walk is sponsored by Little Rock Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., an organization of college educated women committed to the constructive development of its members and to public service with a primary focus on the Black community. On Saturday, June 1, 2024, in partnership with the Delta Presents Outreach Foundation, we will host the 2nd Annual Live Well 5K Run/Walk: A Physical and Mental Health Movement. The Live Well 5K Run/Walk is an opportunity to bring the community together for the purpose of promoting physical and mental health/wellness. Research has shown that running and walking have a positive impact on mental health like better sleep, stress reliever, improved self-esteem, sharper focus, and improved memory.
Your support will assist us in our efforts to provide scholarship incentives for high school students interested in furthering their education as well as support overall mental health/wellness in our chapter and community. The Live Well 5K Run/Walk is a family-friendly community run/walk for men, women, and children. Runners, joggers, and walkers are encouraged to come out and enjoy a healthy, fun-filled event while supporting a worthy cause.
COURSE:
RACE DISTANCE: 5K (3.1 miles)
TIME LIMIT: 1 hour and 45 minutes. Any participant still on the course after the time limit is reached will continue with our guidance or security.
TIMING: TBD
RACE BIBS:

Clearly visible on the front of the torso
Unaltered and unmodified (not folded or wrinkled)
Pinned in all four corners
Uncovered (jackets, fuel belts, etc.)

AWARDS: TBD
EVENT SWAG:

Short-sleeve T-shirt (for those who register by May 5, 2024)
Finisher medal

NOTE: Race bibs and event swag are ONLY available for in-person participants at packet pick-up or on race day.

Running on the Ridge
2024-06-01 08:00 - 12:00 | Greene County Fairgrounds, 1108 Hwy 49B, Paragould, 72450, United States
The 4th annual Running on the Ridge brought to you by CUSI welcomes new and returning participants! We look forward to another great race with options of a 5K, 10K and NEW this year will be a 1 mile dog jog/ fun run! The 5K & 10K course routes will be through downtown Paragould & on a portion of the new 8 Mile Creek Trail with the start and finish at the Greene County Fairgrounds. The dog jog will be around the Greene County Fairgrounds. This year’s race will benefit the Henry Wrinkles Foundation.

All participants will receive a FREE ticket to Saturday night’s Rodeo on the Ridge!
All participants will receive a finisher prize & those registered BEFORE May 10th will be guaranteed a t-shirt.
Packet pick-up will be Friday, May 31st from 5pm-7pm at the Greene County Fairgrounds entrance.
Race timing will be provided by Stearns Race Timing for the 5K and 10K racers.
All dogs must be on a leash at all times and cleaned up after.
All racers under 10 years of age must be accompanied by an adult 18 or older.

🏃🏽‍♀️ 5K route: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5479913725
🏃🏾 10K route: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5479973254

Outrun Cancer 5K
2024-06-01 08:00 - 12:00 | ASU – Mountain Home, 1600 S College St., Mountain Home, 72653, United States
Join us as we gather to honor, remember and support those affected by cancer as we walk and outrun cancer on June 1, 2024, National Cancer Survivors Day. Together as a community, we will begin in front of the ASUMH Sheid Building and end in the center of the campus at the Keller fountain. For the 5k, the course will be two loops on the walking/jogging path around the campus. The honor walk will be one loop. There will be one aid station at the halfway point for the 5k.
The official route on Strava HERE
The proceeds of this race will support the many services and programs offered at the Peitz Cancer Support House which focus on fully supporting the needs of our community during their cancer diagnosis and well beyond.
As part of this race and honor event, we encourage you to set up an individual &/or team fundraising page. There will be prizes for the top individual fundraiser and top team fundraiser.
Community and companionship are such an important part of the cancer journey as well as for overall health and wellness. As such, we are encouraging and challenging you to grab some friends, family or coworkers and register together! Come together to help us outrun cancer.
Race Day Instructions:

Packet Pickup will be June 1 from 7-7:45am.
Athletes will check in at the center of the campus at the Keller Fountain.
After pre-race announcements we’ll walk together to the race start.
Runners will run clock-wise, entering the ASUMH walking path at mile 0.2. Runners will complete one lap, passing the aid station, before heading out for lap two.
Volunteers and signs will point runners back to the center of campus to finish at the Keller Fountain.
Strollers are allowed.
The official route on Strava HERE

Growing Minds Take Flight 5K
2024-06-01 08:00 - 10:30 | Walnut Ridge Regional Airport, 11 Sky Watch, Walnut Ridge, 72476, United States
Thank you for your interest in the 2024 Growing Minds Take Flight 5K! All proceeds from this race go directly to Lawrence County, AR children with disabilities. The Growing Minds Foundation funds scholarships for children with disabilities to help with expenses for medical equipment, special surgery, specialty toys, etc! We welcome you to join us on Saturday, June 1st at the Walnut Ridge, AR Airport for the first Take Flight event!

Feel The Burn Trail Runs
2024-06-01 07:00 - 17:00 | Burns Park – Joe K. Poch Drive, 4700 Joe K. Poch Dr., North Little Rock, United States
The Feel The Burn Trail Runs include 10K, 30K, and 50K distances through the dense yet scenic forests of Burns Park, located in North Little Rock, Arkansas.
Each runner will receive a Feel The Burn Trail Run shirt and race bag, a truly memorable trail experience, and an overall good time with new people and new stories to share. Following your finish, you will receive a medal for the distance that you completed. Each distance will have a top male and a top female award. This year we are making the DFL award addition…….. in other words, “Dead Freakin’ Last”.
For more information including the course map, general race info and aid stations, please visit our website at: TexasOutlawRunning.com
*** if you sign up after May 20, 2024 you are not guaranteed a shirt, but may speak to the race director on race day about receiving one in the future ***

War Eagle Trail Running Festival
2024-06-01 06:30 - 17:00 | War Eagle Mill, 11036 High Sky Inn Road, War Eagle, AR, 72738, United States
This event is the result of trail enthusiasts joining forces to create something special. As the only trail run allowed in the entire Hobbs State Park [trail PDF], the War Eagle Trail Running Festival is very unique and allows both beginner and experienced trail runners a chance to view the beautiful area while taking part in an event in which proceeds benefit the very trail they’re running. Each year proceeds benefit the Rogers Lions Club and Friends of Hobbs.
Parking and the start will be near the War Eagle Mill on the Fred Sutton’s property. This is the same location as last year. Use 11045 War Eagle Rd in Rogers, AR for your GPS. If you can find War Eagle Mill, you can find the parking area. Be aware that this is private property. Please be respectful of this and help us keep the property clean. Gates open at 5:00am on race morning. Please allow yourself plenty of time to arrive before 6:30am, park and to get situated before the start. Bathrooms will be available at two locations: in the parking area and at the outdoor pavilion next to the visitors center at the finish line. Links for .gps data on each course can be found on the maps and contact page of the website.
10k Runners: You will start at the mill. Race briefing at 6:15am before the start. Stick around after the race for food and drinks. Shuttles will return you to the parking area following the race. The course is mix of one mile of asphalt at the start, then a combination of single track and forest service road. There are two aid stations on this course. One on either end of Townsends Ridge Road at approximately mile 3 and mile 5. It is important to note that the 25/50k race begins at 6:30am and War Eagle Rd will be closed for that. You must arrive to park before 6:15am.
25/50k Runners: You will start from the parking area behind the mill at 6:30am. The course will follow War Eagle Rd. up the hill for 1 mile before hitting the trail. Drop bags are allowed at Piney Rd. aid station. This aid station is approximately mile 7 for the 25k and miles 7, 15 and 24 for the 50k. Finish line bags can also be transported for you. Leave them with us at the start and we will take care of it for you. Bags need to be clearly labeled as “Piney” or “Finish”. Shuttles will return you to the parking area following your race. Drop bags will be returned to the finish line at 3:00pm or you may pick it up yourself at Piney Rd following your race. Join us after after the race for food and drinks. The cutoff for the course is 8 hours. 50k runners must maintain a 15:30 pace throughout the race. 50K cutoff to start the Bunny Ears is 8:50am and 11:30am to start the Clifty Loop.

There are 2 fully stocked aid stations located on the 10k course.

There are 3 fully stocked aid stations located on the 25k course (distances between aid stations vary from 3 to 7 miles).

There are 7 fully stocked aid stations and 2 hydration stations located on the 50k course (distances between aid stations vary from 3 to 7 miles).

Tour de BBQ Cycling Event
2024-06-01 06:00 - 15:30 | Tour de BBQ, 1001 Melissa Dr, Bentonville, 72712, United States
The Tour de BBQ event combines cycling with BBQ all for the cause of helping individuals become economically independent through Dress for Success Northwest Arkansas.
The 4th annual Tour de BBQ benefiting Dress for Success NWA is coming up on 6/1/24. All proceeds benefit Dress for Success in empowering women toward economic independence.
This year prizes will be given to the team & individual who raise the most money for Dress for Success. After registering, please navigate to the “Fundraise” option to begin your individual/team campaigns. Within this option, you can setup your own landing page, set fundraising goals, and encourage your friends/family to support you.

Tour de Rock 2024
2024-06-01 06:00 - 15:00 | Tour de Rock Start, Washington & Vine St., North Little Rock, United States
Tour de Rock, benefitting CARTI Cancer Center, attracts cyclists from all over the southern region and is considered the fastest Century Ride in the South. Riders choose from one of four pancake-flat routes that wind and weave through Central Arkansas. Tour de Rock is a well-supported ride with plenty of rest stops and an after-party with music, great food and beer garden.
With help from friends like you, Tour de Rock has raised more than $2 million for CARTI and provided much needed assistance for CARTI’s patients, including transportation and lodging assistance, as well as financial, emotional and nutritional counseling.

Walk in the Park - Allsopp Park
2024-05-30 12:00 - 13:00, 2024-05-28 12:00 - 13:00, 2024-05-23 12:00 - 13:00, 2024-05-21 12:00 - 13:00 | Allsopp Park Pavillion, Allsopp Park Rd, Little Rock, AR, 72202, United States
Join Little Rock Parks & Rec for a lunchtime walk. We will meet at noon to get outside and unplugged. See flyer for details.

Tour de Tacos
2024-05-28 08:00 - 17:00 | Junk Brands, 1001 Melissa Dr, Bentonville, AR, 72712, United States
7, 30, and 62-mile options.

Bike City Fondo
2024-05-25 - 2024-05-26 | Walker Park, 10 W 15th St, Fayetteville, AR, 72701, United States
What is the Bike City Fondo?
Love to ride? This event has options for everyone! Road riding, gravel grinder, paved trail system; there are courses for all riders, no matter your riding level! Bring your club, team, friends and/or family for a day of excellent riding and relax with a beer and refreshments at the finish.
Want to explore the back roads? Our road options which get you out of town onto the open roads quickly, with mileage to meet your goals. Feeling more adventurous? Or go for a gravel option. Our gravel course will take you south, out of Fayetteville and wind you through a variety of terrain. First event ride? Want to stay on the paved trail? We have that as well! And enjoy some amazing aid stations…you may be surprised by the wide array of goodies provided our great sponsors.
All ride options include a finisher medal, ride t-shirt and post race food and refreshments! Join the fun!

Entry Fees are Priced With a T-Shirt

Entry Fees are priced with a ringspun cotton t-shirt , but a participant has the option to select no t-shirt and SAVE $5. Shirt size is not guaranteed after May 10. If a shirt is ordered and the size is not available then a refund will be issued at packet pickup.
Race T-Shirt Fabric Options and Styles:

NO Shirt Option – Save $5
Ringspun Cotton T-shirt (NO CHARGE) – 100% cotton unisex sizing.
