32nd Annual Mayhawlin' 5K
2025-05-03 08:00 - 10:00 (America/Chicago) | Newton House Museum, 510 N. Jackson, El Dorado, 71730, United States
Join us for the 32nd Annual Mayhawlin’ 5K Run and Walk! This race is sponsored by Murphy USA and hosted by the South Arkansas Historical Preservation Society. This year’s race takes place on May 4th at 8:00 a.m.
The race kicks off the Mayhaw Festival with a competitive yet family-friendly race. We look forward to seeing you there!

Bryant Rotary Duck Derby Dash 5k
2025-05-03 08:00 - 09:30 | Mills Park, 1003 Mills Park Road, Bryant, 72022, United States
Duck Derby Dash 5K sponsored by Entergy! Join us for this flat and fast double loop race at Mills Park in Bryant. All proceeds benefit the Bryant Rotary Kids Closet, which is a non-profit 501(c)3. The fun starts at 8:00 a.m. All participants receive a t-shirt and finishers medal. There will be 10 year age group awards as well as overall male and female winners.
ALL PACKET PICKUP WILL BE ON SITE, MAY 3, 6:30 AM- 7:45 AM.
WALK UP REGISTRATIONS ARE ALLOWED!

5th Annual Loaf & Sole 5k
2025-05-03 07:30 - 10:00 | Genesis Church, 205 MLK Blvd, Fayetteville, 72701, United States
Join us for the 5th annual The Loaf and Sole 5k! Loafie has left his padawan days behind and has ascended to the rank of master in fighting food insecurity. You can help him by joining the race! 100% of your race fees go directly to the 501c(3) nonprofit Table 7three and equipping their new kitchen space.
Participants will receive a race shirt (performance style), finisher medal, finish line breakfast burritos provided by Table 7three, free race photos, and other goodies! There will be awards for the top finishers, last place (Meandering Minnow), and age divisions.
Here are the details:
When: 5k takes place 5/3/2925 and will kick off at 7:30am. The kids fun run will begin once the final finisher of the 5k crosses the line.
Where: Participants will start and finish at Genesis Church in Fayetteville. Address: 205 MLK Blvd Fayetteville Arkansas
The course: Will take the path Tabitha (Table 7three’s airstream) goes on when they serve food at Walker Park.
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5927419141
The dough: In-person early bird pricing $30; prices will increase 4/1/2025 to $35
Virtual $38 (this includes shipping your goodies)
All proceeds for the race go directly to Table 7three. Table 7three is a nonprofit 501c(3) charity that provides no-cost meals to the homeless community in Fayetteville and Rogers AR. For more information about Table 7three please visit our website www.table7three.com
Follow Loafie on social @loafandsole5k

2025 Tour de Toad Ride for Literacy
2025-05-03 07:00 - 17:00 | Conway Municipal Airport, 3250 Sand Gap Rd, Conway, AR, 72032, United States
More information: https://www.literacyactionar.org/tour-de-toad-bike-ride/

Leatherwood Gravity Challenge
2025-05-03 - 2025-05-04 | Lake Leatherwood, 14582 US-62, Eureka Springs, 72632, United States
Leatherwood Gravity Challenge
This thrilling event will showcase the best of Downhill Mountain Biking located right here in Eureka Springs, Arkansas. It will be an adrenaline pumping mix of technical trails, fast descents and an exclusive race day only stage that will challenge even the most seasoned riders.

** Event Overview**

Total Laps – 10
Stages – 5, with 2 laps per stage
Special feature – 1 race day only stage to test your MTB handling skills

**Camping and Evening Activities**
Join us for a family-friendly night of camping on Saturday at the Lake Leatherwood Park group campsite. (For those that prefer less rustic accommodations, you can contact the park directly and book a cabin for the night.)
After an exhilarating day spent pre-riding the course, set up your tents and unwind under the stars. There will be a campfire for gathering around so you can share stories and connect with fellow racers while enjoying the warmth of the flames.
We will also have live music to keep the stoke high and spirits lifted going into race day.
Sites are limited so be sure to register ahead of time.

4th Annual Gravelfest for MS
2025-05-03 - 2025-05-04 | Bentonville Bike Camp, 8658 Spanker Rd., Bentonville, 72712, United States
Gravelfest for MS: May 3-4, 2025
Event Overview:
Gravelfest for MS is a fun, two-day gravel biking event with routes tailored to all levels—beginner, intermediate, and advanced riders. The event supports the Rampy MS Research Foundation, raising funds for cutting-edge multiple sclerosis research at UAMS (Little Rock, AR), Northwestern University (Chicago, IL), and the University of California (San Francisco, CA).
This year, Gravelfest will be based in Bentonville, AR, with home base at the Bentonville Bike Camp (8658 Spanker Creek Rd, Bentonville, AR 72712). Riders can stay on-site, in nearby accommodations, or enjoy the new Motto Hotel’s bike valet service.
Rider Incentives:
* Riders will receive a “sweet” custom, exclusively designed neck gator from JUNK brands at packet pick up.
* Gravelfest for MS participant will receive a complimentary four-month subscription to MAXIOM’s “core plan”. Maxiom’s foundational offering that combines cutting-edge AI with the human touch for 24/7 performance and recovery guidance. The exclusive subscription represents a total value of $400 per participant. Once you complete your ride registration, a reverse promo code will be emailed to you for easy redemption. Get ready to elevate your training and overall wellness with Maxiom Core.
* Aid Station Nutrition: We will provide MAXIOM Optimize Drink Mix at the aid station,
ensuring riders have access to the hydration and nutrients needed to enjoy the event
and perform at their best.
* Raffle Prize: To make the event even more exciting, MAXIOM is contributing a raffle prize of a one-year subscription to MAXIOM Ultimate, valued at $3,600. (This item, along with other raffle items will be drawn after awards at The Hub Bike Lounge on Saturday, after awards)

All Gravelfest for MS participants will receive 20% off all of MAXIOM’s products for all of 2025. (Once you are registered a reverse promo code will be emailed to your email on file for redemption)

Routes & Distances:
Saturday, May 3:
• 60-Mile Route
• Race Format: Top male and female placements determined by three timed segments (awards for top three in each category).
• Non-Race Format: Option to ride the same route without competing.
• 40-Mile Route: Non-race format.
• 25-Mile Beginner Route: Non-race format.
Sunday, May 4:
• 50-Mile Route
• 30-Mile Route
(All routes on Sunday are social, non-race format.)
Support & Navigation:
• All routes are self-navigated with minimal directional signs. Please view the routes once released to note highway and busy intersection crossings.
• Each route includes one aid station stocked with snacks, water, electrolytes, and nutrition provided by Maxiom.
Schedule of Events:
• Saturday, May 3
• 3:30–7:30 PM: Dinner, awards, and raffle at The Hub Bike Lounge (410 SW A St., Suite 2, Bentonville, AR 72712).
• Evening (8–10 PM): Live music by JZ and the Real Slim Shadies at the Bentonville Bike Camp.

Accommodations:
1. Stay Local: Riders who live nearby can sleep in their own beds.
2. On-Site: Choose A-frame glamping cabins or tent camping at Bentonville Bike Camp. Accommodations can be selected during registration on RunSignUp.
3. Host Hotel: The Motto Hotel (229 South Main, Bentonville, AR 72712, 1-888-765-4748) offers special room block rates for participants. Mention “Gravelfest for MS” when booking.
Event Goal:
Gravelfest for MS aims to raise $10,000 to support research at three leading institutions. The Rampy MS Research Foundation supports the mission of funding the best multiple sclerosis research in the United States at UAMS in Little Rock, Northwestern University in Chicago, IL and University of California @ San Francisco, CA.
For more information or to register, visit RunSignUp. Don’t miss the chance to ride, relax, and make a difference in the fight against multiple sclerosis!

Saline River Canoe Race
2025-05-03 | Lyle Park, 2 Rivercrest Cir, Benton, AR, 72015, United States
Get Ready to Paddle and Play!The annual river race is returning to Lyle Park in Benton, Arkansas, and you won’t want to miss it!
Check-in: 9:00 a.m.Race begins: 10:00 a.m.Route: A scenic 4-mile paddle from Peeler Bend to Lyle Park
Entry Fees:

Solo Division: $30 per person

Tandem Division: $60 per team

Every racer will receive a race shirt, medal, and lunch, plus trophies for the top three finishers. Have a creative streak? Name your boat for a chance to win the “Best Name” competition!
And don’t forget — all participants are entered to win a kayak, generously provided by Everett Buick GMC.
Important Gear Information:

Lifejackets are required for all participants.

Recreational Divisions will use boats provided by Saline River Canoe:

Tandem Division: Canoes provided

Solo Rec Division: Kayaks provided

Competitive Division: Bring your own canoe or kayak.

Whether you’re racing to win or just paddling for fun, this event is always a great time on the Saline River!

Coler's Noon2Moon MTB Race - 2025
2025-05-02 15:00 - 2025-05-03 17:00 | Coler Mountain Bike Preserve 1, 2003 NW Homestead Ln, Bentonville, AR, 72712, United States
Noon2Moon is a 6-hour endurance race and the only Coler Fundraiser event of the year! When you register to race, you support improvements to your favorite trails at Coler, facilities, and access to affordable classes that make Coler a unique destination for all! Coler Mountain Bike Preserve is a community space provided by the Peel Compton Foundation whose mission is to connect the community through nature, education, recreation, and preservation.
Beginning on May 2nd, 2025 we will have a kid’s ride camp and races hosted by Pedal Kids USA. If racing for 6 hours is not for you, you may register to race our pre-race “hot lap” option, a single lap of the racecourse with podiums for the top three racers and free entry to amazing raffle prizes. This lap will be the same as the 6-hour lap. See the course description below for more details. The E-bike category is for the hot lap option only.
Outside Magazine named Coler as “One of the most beloved trails in the state of Arkansas.” Come race with us!
Event Schedule:
Friday, May 2nd, 2025
2:00 – 7:00 PM – 6-HR Race Packet Pickup @ The Coler Campground
3:00 – 5:00 PM Kids MTB Camp hosted by Pedal Kids USA

Sign up for Level 2 Paw Riders Camp: Pedaling without training wheels, on pavement, and some very easy, flat, single-track.
Sign up for Level 3 Paw Riders Camp: Able to climb and descend paved and single track, comfortable modulating speeds on descends.

5:00 – 6:30 PM – Kids Race Presented by Pedal Kids USA (Ages 2 through 14)
Kids Activities Equipment Requirements: Bicycle in good working order, a helmet, small backpack, water bottle, snacks.
6:45 PM – Kids Podium Celebration and S’mores by the Campfire, hosted by Coler Staff
Saturday, May 3rd, 2025 Hot Lap and 6-HR Race
10:15 AM – Hot Lap Race – one lap of the N2M course
11:30 AM – Hot Lap Podiums
11:50 AM – 6-HR Racer Meeting
Noon – 6-HR Race Begins
6:30 PM – 6-HR Podiums
5$ discount will automatically be applied if you register for more than one category. Parents sign your kids up for camp and kids race to receive a 5$ discount!
Race Rules:

All 6-hour racers will start the race at noon, the cut-off time to finish your last lap will be 6 pm sharp. There will be no cut-off time to start a lap but if you are not back at 6 pm then that last lap does not count. It is up to teams and individual racers to decide on the timing of their last lap.
Team racers may ride as many laps consecutively as they wish; however, each racer from a team must complete at least one lap during the 6-hour race.
If a member of a team has a mechanical issue or a crash that keeps them from completing the lap, they may call to get another rider out on the course. The rider who is out must check in with the timing director to cancel the lap (do not bring the timing chip near timing sensors).
Bike changes are allowed between laps, and no bans for a racer assisting another racer to fix a mechanical issue on the race course. Mechanical assistance from a non-racer may only be at the designated Coler mechanic pit tent area.
All racers waiting their turn must stay away from timing sensors, to not “trip” their timing chip.
A racer or team must report DNFs as soon as possible to the Timing Director.
Race Results Contesting Period: 6:00-6:10 pm.
Allow 15 minutes after the race for results to be finalized. Timing services are provided by Todd Galbraith with EnduraRace
E-bike allowed only for the single-lap option

Online Registration Deadline: Saturday, May 3rd, 2025, at 8:00 AM CT
Parking at the preserve is limited, parking will be on a first come first serve basis. We highly encourage participants to park and ride, give yourself plenty of time! For parking locations and logistics check out our website HERE. Any questions you may contact our Programs team at programs@peelcompton.org. Thank you for racing with us and catch you at Coler!
Course Description:

Course or laps will be approximately 6-8 miles of single track/greenway with some technical terrain but mostly cross-country style trails. The official trail course will be released at a later date. For updated course description and release see our website.

Volunteer:
Racing is not your thing? That’s ok, we have plenty of ways to get involved. Check out the volunteer sign-up link HERE.

49th School of Whitewater Paddling
2025-05-02 - 2025-05-04 | Turner Bend Campground, 20034 AR-23, Ozark, AR, 72949, United States
Planning for the 2025 ACC School of Whitewater Paddling event is well underway. Registration opens March 1, 2025.
When: May 2- May 4, 2025
Where: The Mulberry River, based at Turner Bend’s Round the Bend campground
Turner Bend is a private outfitter and store on the Mulberry River near Cass, Arkansas on Highway 23, approximately 11 miles south of Highway 16, and 13 miles north of I-40 at exit 35/Ozark.
We are basing all operations out of Turner Bend’s “Round the Bend” campground approximately 1/2 mile south (toward I-40) of Turner Bend Store on Highway 23.
ACC Membership: You must be a current member of the Arkansas Canoe Club to register. An ACC Household Membership (covers up to three members of the family living in your household) costs $25 per year. If you have up to three members of your immediate family applying for the school, only one ACC membership is required. If you are not already a member of the ACC, please visit the Membership section of our website.
Registration/Cost: Registration opens on March 1, 2025. The cost is $125.00 per person. All participants must register online.
Minimum Age: Participants must be at least 12 years old to enroll. (14 for Swiftwater Rescue)

Toad Suck Daze 10k/5k Run and Tadpole Trot
2025-05-02 - 2025-05-03 | Clark Auditorium, 2300 Prince St., Conway, 72034, United States
We are so excited to announce the 43rd Annual Toad Suck Daze 10k and 5k Race for the Kiwanis Club of Conway. We would also like to thank our co-presenting sponsor for this year’s race, Centennial Bank and Conway Regional Health Systems!
The Tadpole Trot, Presented by Centennial Bank and Conway Regional Health Systems will take place May 2nd at 5:45 pm at the Young-Wise Memorial Stadium at Hendrix College. This will be a short race and is for kids ages 3-10 years old. Prizes and t-shirts are available!
The Toad Suck Daze 10k Race was started by the Conway Kiwanis Club in 1982 and run in conjunction with the then-new Toad Suck Daze Festival. In 1984, First National Bank (now Regions) began a race in memory of a fellow employee, Randy Baker, who died of cancer. The Randy Baker 8k was conducted for two years, with proceeds benefiting the American Cancer Society. In 1986, the Conway Kiwanis Club approached Regions Bank, and the two races were combined. The annual Toad Suck Daze Run is held in memory of Randy Baker, with proceeds benefiting non-profit agencies supporting children in the Faulkner County community. Over the years, the race has raised more than $500,000 for nonprofit organizations. As a result of last year’s success, The Conway Kiwanis Club presented checks totaling more than $44,500 to a variety of local non-profits that have programs for children, including Compass Academy, CSI Youth, Boys & Girls Club of Faulkner County, Children’s Advocacy Alliance, Community Connections, Haven, Milestone Services, Inc., Main Stage Education Series at Reynolds Performance Hall, Deliver Hope and the Jerry Cooper Sensory Play Trail at Laurel Park. The Run strives to increase its contributions to the Faulkner County community each year.
Online registration will be cut off Friday, May 2nd at 11:00 am. Runners can still register for the race by filling out paper registration forms at:
-Conway Regional Fitness Center, May 2, 2024 – 12 pm – 6 pm
-Day of Race, Registration table Conway High School Field House – 6:00 am – 7:30 am
Hope to see you all there!

7th Annual Kid's Splash & Dash
2025-04-27 14:00 - 15:30 | Bentonville Community Center, 1101 SW Citizens Cir, Bentonville, 72712, United States
Come SPLASH with us this April 27 at 2PM at the Bentonville Community Center (NEW DAY AND TIME)
Kid’s Splash and Dash is the first race in new AR/MO race series brought to you by OZ Kids that will feature six races, five in AR and one in MO. Ages for the race series is age 6-15, age determined by the end of 12/31/2025.

April 27 – Kid’s Splash and Dash (Bentonville, AR)
May 24 – Mount Sequoyah Triathlon (NEW – Fayetteville, AR)
June 27 – Concrete Kids (Springfield, MO)
July 26 Tentative – Conway Kid’s Triathlon (Conway, AR)
Aug. 16 – Broken Sword Triathlon (Clarksville, AR)
Aug. 29 – Trifest for MS Series Championship (Bentonville, AR) – Points and Series Details at bottom of this description.
Kid’s Splash & Dash Details Below:
Kids aged 2-15 will participate in the Swim/Run event. Age is based on age as of 12/31/2025. (Kids age 2-4 will only bike and run on closed course)
It will be a fun afternoon full of swimming and running, snacks, music, and medals!
The 7th Annual Kid’s Splash & Dash is an event held in partnership with USA Triathlon. The mission is to provide kids a safe, fun introduction to multisport.
What’s Splash & Dash?
Splash & Dash is a USA Triathlon national series that provides a fun, safe introduction to multisport. This event is a kick off race for NEW OZ Kids AR/MO race series. The series championship will be at the 14th Annual Trifest for MS triathlon festival that occurs Aug. 29, 30 and 31st.
What’s is the Oz Kids AR/MO Race Series?
This NEW series has been formed to promote the introduction of multi-sport triathlon to our region for the child beginning, excelling or advancing in the sport. Triathlon is intended to be a FUN experience for the child no matter the level of competition they seek. The goal of the series is to introduce more kids to the sport of triathlon while providing an avenue for kids to race local and within 2 hours of NWA.
SERIES: SCORING:
Race age groups based on age as of 12/31/25
Series Age group awards for 6-15 years old
The top 4 scores for each individual will count towards their series score. These 4 scores will be added together to create a cumulative score for the series.
6–8-year-olds required to participate in a minimum of 3 races to qualify for the series with 1 race outside of your zone. (Zone is outside the area where you live)
9–15-year-olds required to participate in a minimum of 4 races to qualify for the series with 1 race outside of your zone.
1st place athlete in each age group will receive 50 points, and each place behind that will receive 2 points less. Everyone placing in places past 25th will receive 2 points.
Results and standings will live on Ozarkfoundation.org/ozkids
Series award/swag for participants who compete in all 6 races.
Heartland to collect csv file from each race and upload results to Ozarkfoundation.org/ozkids
Each race to share updated results with participants following each race
Tiebreakers: TriFest for MS head-to-head results

Whitney's Race 2025
2025-04-26 11:00 - 14:00 | U.S. Marshalls Museum, 789 Riverfront Drive, Fort Smith, United States
Whitney’s Race is not just Whitney’s race. It is a race against time for those yet to be afflicted with pancreatic cancer, the most deadly cancer. It is Time To Cure® pancreatic cancer. Whitney’s Time To Cure® has passed. Whitney Marsh perished at age 41, November 1, 2018, ten months after diagnosis with pancreatic cancer. Five-year survival from pancreatic cancer stands at 6-9% showing little to no improvement in survival in the past 50 years despite vast medical advances across almost all other cancers. Pancreatic cancer is currently the number two cancer killer in 2020 and researchers estimate pancreatic cancer will be the number one by 2030. Diagnosis is often late begetting the need for local medical practitioner education as well as research for improved diagnostic testing and imaging. Once a diagnosis of pancreatic cancer has been made treatment usually involves chemotherapy with or without radiation therapy followed by curative intent surgery followed by more chemotherapy. Whitney was scheduled for surgery, but the day before surgery a CT scan showed cancer had spread. She died within 4 months of the CT scan while re-starting chemotherapy and running 8-10 miles or biking 30-40 miles per day. Even the super-healthy are no match. Better pre-operative treatment options are the future. Whitney’s Race will fund the Whitney Marsh Foundation Inc for local education and national research for Pancreatic Cancer. Funds will be apportioned locally and the remainder with well respected national cancer research institutes such as MD Anderson. Whitney’s Race is a race against time. It is Time To Cure® pancreatic cancer.
Whitney’s Race day at the Marshals Museum will be a great day of running, racing, eating, and music. Race for your best time and afterward hang out for a great time. Bring yourself and friends to race. It is a day for family and friends who run or not. If you don’t want to race, come anyway. If you can’t come, consider a donation anytime! A brighter future for pancreatic cancer starts with YOU.

Highlands Gravel Classic
2025-04-26 08:00 - 17:00 | Goshen Community Center, 244 Clark Street, Elkins, 72727, United States
The Highlands Gravel Classic is the only age-group qualifier in the USA for the Trek UCI Gravel World Series (GWS) as 1 of 2 qualifying events in North America.The GWS will include both new and existing events from around the world as part of the series to qualify competitors to attend the world championships in October. Selection to the world championships will be per age group and gender. The top 25% finishers of ages 19-34 and then every 5-year age groups (ex 35-39) with age groups seperated by gender will qualify. There is a U19 age category, but it is NOT a qualifier category.
Highlands Gravel Classic will have 2 courses…the Highlands – 66 miles and Farmlands – 52 miles. The 66 mile course is for Males (19-59) and Females (19-49). 52 mile course is for Males 60+ and Females 50+.
Field Participant Caps:

Farmlands course – 500 total riders
Highlands course – 600 total riders

COWabunga! Gravel
2025-04-26 08:00 - 17:00 | Viola City Park, AR-223, Viola, 72583, United States
Enjoy the beauty of North Central Arkansas farmland. These routes are almost entirely gravel roads that roll past seemingly endless cow pastures and hay fields. It is surprisingly varied and engaging terrain that takes riders up to scenic hilltops and down to wooded creeks. Distance options are 50, 30, or 17 miles – each route is challenging and scenic.
Registration includes a custom finishers award and post-race meal.
Custom tee shirts are available during registration.
Meals for family/friends who are not racing are available during registration.

Run for Autism
2025-04-26 08:00 - 11:00 | Ben Geren Regional Park, Golf Course Loop, Fort Smith, AR, 72916, United States
Run for Autism is the first annual run, 8K and 1 mile fun run in Fort Smith, Arkansas benefiting The Griffin Promise Autism Center (GPAC). It is the mission of GPAC to grow resources, event, and community building for those in the River Valley with neurodiversity by providing relationship-based and neuro-affirming care through therapy service, co-ops and various events throughout the year.
Check us out at thegriffinpromise.org

Run for Hope 5K
2025-04-26 08:00 - 10:00 | Hope Restored Thrift Store, 1211 E Race Ave, Searcy, 72143, United States
The Run for Hope 5K benefits Hope Cottage, a domestic violence shelter in Searcy, Arkansas. Established in 1996, the shelter has since been a source of hope for survivors of domestic violence. We run to raise awareness and support those in need of hope.
Race date is Saturday, April 26. The last day to register and be guaranteed a t-shirt size is Friday, April 11.
There will be awards for the top 3 overall, top 3 masters, and top 3 in each age group category: 1-9, 10-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+

Maumelle Charter Falcon Family 5k, 1 Mile, and Donut Dash
2025-04-26 08:00 - 10:00 | Lake Willastein, 309 Lake Willastein Drive, Maumelle, 72113, United States
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 race starting at 7am.
This year we will have pancakes and bacon served at the finish line!
-5k will do a clockwise loop and a half around the park. Aid stations near mile one, two, and three.
1 mile route will be one clockwise loop around the lake.
The event will be held at Lake Willastien. Race start and finish will be near the pavilion.
First 100 finishers will be given a finisher’s medal. T Shirt window is closed.
Awards for top 3 runners in male and female 5k division and the One mile Division.
Awards for top 3 in Age Division, Male and Female; 14 & under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+
The Donut Dash will be 45-70ish yards. The start line is a mystery. Each finisher will get a donut provided by the Maumelle Fraternal Order of Police. Winner will get the “Supreme Grand Champion” trophy.
The Virtual run is free of charge and open to those who want to participate but cannot make it to the event. No awards or medals given.
If interested in volunteering, please contact adam.xaysuda@gmail.com

PHMS Panther Prowl 5K
2025-04-26 08:00 - 10:00 | Pulaski Heights Middle School, 401 N. Pine Street, Little Rock, 72205, United States
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 and festivities for all! More details to come!
For additional race information, including sponsorship opportunities, volunteer opportunities or general questions, call or email Ashley at 501.231.4969 ashelr2000@gmail.com . Packet pick up will be Friday, April 25, 2025, 11am-6pm at Le Pops (5501 Kavanaugh Ste J, Little Rock, AR 72207).
Registration will open February 2025. Please join us for this fun race to support and celebrate Pulaski Heights Middle School!

Maumelle Charter Falcon Family 5k, 1 Mile, and Donut Dash
2025-04-26 08:00 - 10:00 | Lake Willastein, 309 Lake Willastein Drive, Maumelle, 72113, United States
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 do a clockwise loop and a half around the park. Aid stations near mile one, two, and three.
1 mile route will be one clockwise loop around the lake.
The event will be held at Lake Willastien. Race start and finish will be near the pavilion.
First 100 finishers will be given a finisher’s medal. We will not have a T shirt this year.
Awards for top 3 runners in male and female 5k division and the One mile Division.
Awards for top 3 in Age Division, Male and Female; 14 & under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+
The Donut Dash will be 70ish yards. Each finisher will get a donut provided by the Maumelle Fraternal Order of Police. Winner will get the “Supreme Grand Champion” trophy.
The Virtual run is free of charge and open to those who want to participate but cannot make it to the event. No awards or medals given.
In case of rainout, the back up date is May 4th.
If interested in volunteering, please contact adam.xaysuda@gmail.com

Tour de Art: The Janine & Jay Earney Memorial Bike Ride & Art Show
2025-04-26 07:00 - 15:00 | Courthouse, 100 Court Street, Marion, 72364, United States
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 fee (includes T-shirt)
Family fun bike, trike or hike: FREE (doesn’t include T-shirt)
Family fun bike, trike or hike WITH T-shirt: $20

If you’re interested in sponsoring this event please email Renee Rainey at rrainey@deltaarts.org.

All proceeds benefit DeltaARTS.

GHO Endurance Challenge
2025-04-26 07:00 - 14:00 | Craighead Forest Park, 4910 S Culberson Rd, Jonesboro, 72404
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 encourages individuals to achieve distances they might have thought unattainable. Whether aiming for a single loop or striving for a 30-mile total, participants define their own goals—making this event less about competition and more about personal endurance and achievement.
Participants will receive:

Event tee
Pint Glass
Food provided throughout race day
Swag from race packets and sponsors
Two after party drink tickets
Chance to win prizes throughout race day
Exclusive GHO discount

Following the last lap of the challenge, we invite participants to our Endurance Challenge After Party & Expo at Native Brew Works from 3-6pm. Two drink tickets will be provided to each participants. More details to come in the race day details.
Proceeds from the GHO Endurance Challenge will benefit the Jonesboro DARE progam.
NOTE
Register by March 7 to ensure shirt size. Last day to register April 25.

The GHO Endurance Challenge will be a cupless event to reduce waste. It is encouraged and recommended to bring your own bottle or hydration pack to stay hydrated on the course. We will have water jugs stationed on course.

Kids Run Arkansas®
2025-04-25 18:00 - 19:00 | Conway Regional Fitness Center, 700 Salem Rd, Conway, 72034, United States
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 of all ages and their parents. There’s no chip timing here – the focus is on having a great time, staying active, and enjoying time with your loved ones! This year, we’re offering two exciting events: the classic 3-mile run/walk and Reggie’s Rush, a new ½-mile race designed to get younger kids moving in a fun, safe way. The route is a short and sweet out-and-back on the beautiful Tucker Creek Trail. Reggie Regional is the friendly face of Conway Regional Health System! More than a mascot, Reggie embodies the heart of our iconic star logo, symbolizing hope, care, and community for more than 100 years. He’s here to inspire smiles, energy, and healthy living!
Kids Run Arkansas® isn’t just about having fun – it’s also about supporting the future of physical education in our schools! Each year, we recognize the schools with the highest percentage of participation and award scholarships to their PE programs. Over the past 16 years, we’ve contributed nearly $80,000 in scholarships!

Dirt Movement - Twin Mountain Gravel
2025-04-19 09:00 - 15:00 | Shipley Farms, 14339 Wildcat Creek Road, Springdale, 72762, United States
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 move.
What else do we all have in common? We love to eat (a lot), drink (beer or buch), and be merry (rock out to local music).

Format
Choose to bike or run the quiet backroads tucked between Springdale and Fayetteville.
Runners at Twin Mountain Gravel will get to share the same creek crossings, punchy climbs and tree canopies as the cyclists.
Cyclists will have the option of two course distances. Each of those distances has 2 single-track options, allowing you to choose your own adventure based on how you feel. These variations come once you enter Lake Wedington and the Ozark National Forest. Choose one, two, or none of the single track sections while not veering from the courses and being separated from your friends.

Official Rule of 3 Training ride!!
We have partnered with Rule of 3 in making this the only Official training ride. Rule of 3 is almost exactly one month after Twin Mountain Gravel, take this opportunity to hone your singletrack skills, test out your bike setup and build your stoke!

What Is Included in Registration?
Your ticket to ride, and run, on some quiet Northwest Arkansas’ backroads! These scenic roads are a beautiful place to lose yourself – or find yourself. Either way, we know you’ll love the courses.
Swag
There are a lot of events in Northwest Arkansas and we appreciate you choosing to participate in ours. We want your commemorative item to be something that you’ll actually wear and will serve you well. We will have hats, beanies, and socks to choose from at packet pickup. You decide what you like and need most. And hey, buy a t-shirt if you like them as much as we do.
Aid Stations and On-Route Support
Each route will have multiple aid stations brought to you by some of our partners like The Meteor, Rapha, and more. In addition to the stationary aid, you’ll find vehicles on course to help you out if things don’t go as planned. We got you.

Timing
The event will be timed but it isn’t a race. Runners will receive an overall time for their efforts. Cyclists will have two timed segments on their courses. One is in the second singletrack section and the second is on a gravel climb. The only award you’ll receive is from yourself knowing that you participated in a good time.

You’re the DJ on course!
In your confirmation email you will receive a link to a Spotify playlist. Add songs that inspire you, make you want to shake it, or bring you back to earth. These tunes will be jamming on course throughout the day. It’s your event.

Live Music
Featuring The Meadow Makers and more coming soon. Each Dirt Movement event will have live bands from all around the region. We will be announcing the rest of the line up as we get closer!

Food and Drink
Nothing can bring a community together like a shared meal. Sitting down to connect and exchange stories of the day’s adventures over a plate of hot food and free beer from local breweries is key to a good time.

Raffle Giveaways
We’ll be raffling off high-quality prizes throughout the day courtesy of our sponsors. Must be present to win!

1st Choice "He is Risen" Walk + 5K for Life
2025-04-19 09:00 - 14:00 | Ben Geren Regional Park, Golf Course Loop, Fort Smith, AR, 72916, United States
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 held at Ben Geren Regional Park. We will meet at the tornado shelter directly off Zero Street, and the race will begin there.

Cave City Easter Run
2025-04-19 09:00 - 14:00 | Cave City Park, W South St, Cave City, AR, 72521, United States
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 of scenic gravel roads. The 5k and 10k are out-and-back routes. The 1/2 marathon goes out, and you will do a “lollipop” style out and back. Aid stations will be along the course. This course is difficult and challenging with rolling hills.
Unique finisher awards and the top 3 Male/Female awards will be given for each race. The deadline to guarantee a t-shirt and finisher medal will be March 28, 2025. Post-race snacks will be provided for participants at the finish line.
All funds received through registration will cover race expenses and benefit the Cave City Police Department. With the support of race participants and local sponsors, for the last four years, Cave City Easter Run has donated $16,000 to the Cave City Police Department.
Virtual race participants will receive a race swag bag, shirt, and finisher medal!
Early packet pickup will be at the Cave City Park on Friday, April 18th, 4 pm-6 pm.
Packet Pickup and day of registration will be 7-8:45 am on 4/19/25.
Below is a list of area hotels that are a short 15-minute drive to Cave City for anyone who wants to get extra sleep that morning. Don’t forget to mention that you are staying for the Cave City Easter Run.
Hotels: Hampton Inn, Holiday Inn Express, Comfort Suites, Ramada Inn, The Royal on Main
Be sure to like and follow the Cave City Easter Run Facebook Page for updates!
NO REFUNDS—This is a fundraiser, and no refunds will be given. The race will continue no matter the weather unless lightning is in the area. Then, we may delay the start and proceed from there.

Marianna Health and Fitness 5K Run/Walk
2025-04-19 09:00 - 11:00 | Lee County & Probate Clerk, 15 East Chestnut Street, Marianna, 72360, United States
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 health and wellbeing.
Since taking office in 2022, the mayor has made it a priority to focus on healthy lifestyles, moving from a perception of a city that does not value health to a city open to making healthy lifestyles a priority. It is the focus of this Run/Walk to center on the community and attract community participants to this event that encourages healthy relationships that will eventually grow into healthy lifestyles. The 5K Fun Walk/Run event will attract participants from all over the United States and will include many activities to show how you can have fun while at the same time practicing a healthy lifestyle.
Marianna is a small but mighty town nestled on the banks of the L’Anguille River in the Arkansas Delta. Incorporated in 1870 as a river agricultural town, Marianna boasts a few of Arkansas’ most iconic gems.
With a population of just under 4000 people, you will certainly experience the small-town southern charm. This delightful town has a lot to offer its visitors, whether you are a history buff, a nature lover, or a foodie, you will find something that will entice you.
For a small town, Marianna is filled with lots of historic gems and historical landmarks that you must see for yourself.
Join us in celebrating the City of Marianna’s vision and commitment to a healthy lifestyle Saturday, March 30, 2024. You don’t want to miss it!

The Well Done Run
2025-04-19 09:00 - 11:00 | Fellowship Bible Church, 1009 E Beebe Capps Expy, Searcy, AR, United States
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 daily to collect their needed water.
While we do have some competitive racers, most are not trying to set their personal best. Along the course, you will see walkers, runners and families with strollers. We want The Well Done Run to impact participants as they help to change the world through clean water. There are currently 771 million people around the world who lack access to safe water. We run and walk one day a year so that they don’t have to every day.
Thanks to our generous sponsors and participants over the past ten years, we have been able to partner with Living Water International to provide 33 fresh water wells in 12 countries (Haiti, Honduras, Guatemala, India, Burkina Faso, Liberia, Kenya, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Uganda, Rwanda, and Sierra Leone).

CABF 5K FUN RUN/WALK
2025-04-19 08:00 - 13:00
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 year, we’re partnering with the City of Lewisville’s Annual Easter Egg Hunt, which will begin immediately following the 5K—so bring the whole family for a day of fitness, fun, and community!Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to honor a hero, promote wellness, and celebrate our community!
#CABF5K #RunForBo #CommunityStrong #LewisvilleAR

36th Annual Devil's Den Mountain Bike Festival
2025-04-19 | Devil’s Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR, 72774, United States
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 of the flooding in the park. One is of the dam, and the other is the road to Campground A. Those who have a campsite reserved for the festival this weekend can move it to the date for next year, which will be April 3, 4, and 5, 2026. Thanks for your patience.”
Scott also sent along the following images of Lee Creek and the Dam at Devil’s Den:
Road leading to Campground A and the Devil’s Den Dam at Devil’s Den State Park.

The 36th Annual Ozark Mountain Bike Festival will take place from Friday, April 4th, through Sunday, April 6th. Multiple rides are planned for both young and old, new riders and seasoned riders.
The weekend kicks off with the only night ride at the Den on Friday evening, followed by multiple no-drop group rides on Saturday. You won’t want to miss the Splash and Bike Toss Contests. State Parks will provide dinner on Saturday evening as well.

Natural State Criterium Series
2025-04-16 16:30 - 20:00 | Shiloh Square, 106 W Emma Ave, Springdale, AR, 72764, United States
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 purchased online or onsite.

Women 3, 4, 5 Race:

5:00 pm start
25 minutes
Women Only (Category 3, 4, 5)
A one-day or annual USA Cycling is required to participate in this race. Both can be purchased online or onsite.
Prizes to top 3. Podiums immediately following the race once results are official.
Lap Primes…product and gift certificates

Juniors (Age 9-12):

5:35 pm start
15 minutes
Boys and girls racing age, 9, 10, 11 and 12. Racing Age is defined as the age a person will be on December 31.
A one-day USA Cycling license is part of the entry fee. Annual licenses with a discount can be purchased online – www.usacycling.org. Discount code TBA.
Prizes for top three boys and girls in each age divison will be awarded

Juniors (Age 13-15):

6:00 pm start
20 minutes
Boys and girls racing age 13, 14 and 15. Racing Age is defined as the age a person will be on December 31.
A one-day USA Cycling license is part of the entry fee. Annual licenses with a discount can be purchased online – www.usacycling.org. Discount code TBA.
Prizes for top three boys and girls in each age divison will be awarded

C Race:

6:30 pm start
25 minutes
Men and Women Category 4 & 5 only
A one-day or annual USA Cycling is required to participate in this race. Both can be purchased online or onsite.
Prizes to top 3 Males and Females. Podiums immediately following the race once results are official.
Lap Primes…product and gift certificates

B Race:

7:00 pm start
35 minutes
Men and Women Category 3 & 4 only
A one-day or annual USA Cycling is required to participate in this race. Both can be purchased online or onsite.
Lap Primes…cash ($350/night) along with product and gift certificates
Purse – Cash ($125, $75, $50) to top 3 Males and top 3 Females. Podiums immediately following the race once results are official.

A Race:

7:45 pm start
45 minutes
Men and Women Open (Cat 1 – 4 only)
A one-day or annual USA Cycling is required to participate in this race. Both can be purchased online or onsite.
Lap Primes…minimum cash ($650/nite) along with product and gift certificates
Purse – Cash ($200, $150, $100, $75, $55) to top 5 Males and top 5 Females. Podiums immediately following the race once results are official.

Awards and Podiums – Over $10,000 in cash primes and prizes over the 3 nights of racing!

For the Women-only, Juniors, C, B and A races…the prizes and podium will occur 15 minutes after results are posted and official.
Series Awards and Payouts will occur on the final series…same protocol as above

Series Awards:

Women Only Race – Awards to the top 3 Female overall finishers
C Race – Awards to the top 3 Male and top 3 Female overall finishers
B Race – Awards and Cash ($125, $75, $50) to the top 3 Male and top 3 Female overall finishers
A Race – Awards and Cash ($250, $175, $120, $90, $75) to the top 5 Males and top 5 Females overall finishers

Rules and Regulations:

All 2025 USAC are in effect.
Events will be held rain or shine.
Helmets must be worn at all times while on the bike.
Valid and current USAC license must be presented at registration or a one-day or annual purchased
Promoter reserves the right to adjust start times and mileage.
Promoter reserves the right to cancel/combine events and prize lists as necessary.
Held under USAC Permit: 2025-??
