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SUMMARY:99 Miles of Bad Road
DESCRIPTION:99 Miles of Bad Road is a gravel bicycle race starting and ending in Hardy\, Arkansas.  Expect every road surface type\, with roughly 80% being unpaved.  Don’t let the elevation profile of the GPX fool you – Garmin devices have picked up 100 feet or more of elevation gain per mile. These are relentless rolling hills with an occasional punchy climb or sketchy descent.  Everything from mud\, dirt\, gravel\, concrete bridges\, clay\, crushed limestone\, creek rocks\, broken pavement\, and more.  This route earns it’s name. \nAll finishers will receive a cool memento! Top 3 in each Category will receive awards. Overall winner will receive a unique custom award. \nOh\, and we also have a 199 Mile route option… \nCheck the website and Facebook regularly for updates! \n————– \n-Both distances of this race are loop routes that start and end at Loberg Park in Hardy\, Arkansas.  Camping is available at the campground next door to the park.  We have nothing to do with that\, you’ll have to reserve with them here if you wish to camp: https://www.campspot.com/park/hardy-campground-rv-park \n-Unless there are tornadoes\, large hail\, or extreme thunderstorms the day of the race\, we will not cancel.  Put your big boy/girl pants on\, and ride! \n-There will be some water drops and aid stations along the way\, as well as a drop-bag option for the 199’ers. We will update the Ride With GPS route maps to reflect the locations closer to race day. \n-You are solely responsible for your own safety. We will however require a headlight\, flashlight\, or headlamp\, a whistle/horn\, at least 2L of water capacity\, and an emergency blanket/bivy\, and either a phone\, GPS\, or Bicycle computer. \n– We will make no claim as to whether the course will be marked or not. You are responsible for studying the route maps and navigating.  That’s half the fun!
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/99-miles-of-bad-road/
LOCATION:Loberg Park\, N Spring St\, Hardy\, 72542\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cycling (Road & Mountain)
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SUMMARY:DeGray Lake Triathlon
DESCRIPTION:The DeGray Lake Triathlon is an All Sports Productions’ promoted event. We are a sports event management company which promotes cycling\, running\, duathlons\, triathlons\, adventure runs and other outdoor events. The goal of the company is to produce races at the highest standards\, which are locally\, regionally and nationally recognized events with a festival-like atmosphere. The mission of each event is to engage participants and spectators in a healthy\, multi-sport lifestyle. \nFollow us on our social media channels (Facebook\, Instagram\, Twitter) and check out our website for a list of all of our events at www.allsportsproductionsinc.com
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/degray-lake-triathlon-4/
LOCATION:DeGray Lake Spillway\, 400 Skyline Dr\, Arkadelphia\, AR\, 71923\, United States
CATEGORIES:Multisport (Triathlon/Adventure Racing/Etc)
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SUMMARY:Run for Hope
DESCRIPTION:Early Entry Includes: Run for Hope shirt \nTop 3 finishers overall and in each age group will receive awards. \nRace Day Registration: 6:30-7:45 am at GHS Fine Arts Auditorium. \nAll runners will receive a bib. Walkers will need to check in and receive packets but will not receive a bib. \nThe Run for Hope is a fundraiser for Suicide Awareness.
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/run-for-hope-2/
LOCATION:Greenbrier High School\, 72 Green Valley Dr\, Greenbrier\, 72058\, United States
CATEGORIES:Running (Trail & Road)
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SUMMARY:September Paddle at River Mountain Park
DESCRIPTION:We’ll be launching at River Mountain Park from Rock Town River Outfitters at 6pm on Tuesday\, September 9th. We’ll paddle up the Little Maumelle River and back\, enjoying the sunset view of Pinnacle Mountain. Given the “down and back” thing….if you don’t make it by 6\, still come and paddle and hang out.\n\nIf you don’t have a kayak or don’t want to transport one or want to bring friends\, Sam Ellis\, owner of Rock Town River Outfitters is generously giving us a 50% off either single or tandem kayak rental. To reserve\, go to www.rocktownriveroutfitters.com and use Promo code: “ACC25”\nThis is an “anyone can do it” flat water skill level.\n\nWhen we return\, we’ll be having hot dogs\, chips\, beans….and whatever you bring for your own beverage of choice. A $5/person donation is appreciated to offset costs. We may even have a fire pit if burn bans are still off and allowing. So bring a chair too.
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/september-paddle-at-river-mountain-park/
LOCATION:River Mountain Park\, River Mountain Road\, Little Rock\, 72212\, United States
CATEGORIES:Paddling
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SUMMARY:2025 USARA National Championships
DESCRIPTION:USARA is excited to partner with the Ozark Foundation to produce the 2025 USARA National Championships in Northwest Arkansas. Based out of Bentonville\, Arkansas\, the race promises teams nothing short of world-class mountain biking\, set amid spectacular limestone bluffs and prairies that characterize this corner of the Ozarks. We recommend racers come early\, stay late and bring the family to experience why Bentonville has been dubbed “the new capital of cool” by the Wall Street Journal. The city is a hub for arts\, culinary and outdoor experiences. Click over to Visit Bentonville to start planning your trip!
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/2025-usara-national-championships/
LOCATION:AR
CATEGORIES:Multisport (Triathlon/Adventure Racing/Etc)
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SUMMARY:Newton County Brutality
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the Newton County Mentality\nThree Days of Bikes and Community\nFriday:\nWe’ll start things off on Friday afternoon with a 3-4 mile time trial that stays within the canyon walls\, ripping around on the gravel and world-class singletrack at Horseshoe Canyon Ranch (HCR). You’ll choose your bike\, but choose wisely cause you have to use that bike on Saturday and Sunday too. Finish the day with a meal in the Lodge Restaurant\, a campfire with friends\, and a good night’s rest in the cool fall temperatures. \nSaturday:\nThe big day — you’ll set out to tackle the best\, and hardest gravel riding in the state of Arkansas. This is backcountry gravel at its finest: big climbs\, fast and technical descents\, remote roads\, and the best views that the Ozark Mountains have to offer (remember\, it’s peak fall foliage). You’ll choose between 65- and 40-mile categories\, each expecting around 9\,000 and 5\,000 feet of climbing\, respectively.\nReturn to the ranch tired and empty\, then fill your bellies with a huge helping at the Lodge Restaurant (they call it “adventure nutrition meets local tradition”). Live music will ensue in the field below the lodge\, and although you’ll likely be cracked from the day of pedaling you’ll want to dance the night away with drinks in hand. And it’ll be ok cause the next day’s challenge plays on the word “fun\,” not “difficult.” \nSunday:\nGrab your friends (or enemies)\, take your clue card\, and adventure around the ranch on your bike\, completing challenges in a scavenger hunt-style format. CHILL PACE – WE AIN’T TIMING YOU! Bring your proof of completion back to the Trading Post\, and you’ve conquered the most famous stage farce on the planet. Awards will be given\, laughs will be had\, and then tents will be packed up. And although you will be free to go home\, we can pretty much guarantee you won’t want to. \n  \nWhat’s included? \n“ALL IN” pass includes: \n\nChipped race plate for the time trial on Friday and gravel course on Saturday\nYour name will be entered to win raffle prizes from our partners:  Bearded Goat\, Cafe du Cycliste\, Rapha\, Kuat\, Skratch Labs\, Specialized and many more!\nDinner at the Lodge Restaurant Friday and Saturday nights\nInaugural event tee by Allied Cycle Works\nLive music under the stars\nFossil Cove Beer and other bevvies\nHCR weekend day passes 11/1-11/3\nCamping\nMeteor Aid station and 37 North + Bike Inn SAG support\nCompeting for stage farce podiums announced on Sunday\nPlus lots of RO3 partner surprises\n\n“COMING IN HOT!” pass includes: \n\nChipped race plate for the gravel course on Saturday\nInaugural event tee by Allied Cycle Works\nMeteor Aid station and 37 North + Bike Inn SAG support\nThis ticket is for those who can’t make it on Friday and can only drive in Saturday morning.\nYou can also add the one night camping\, beer\, drinks\, dinner Saturday night and live music if you can stick around!\n\nFriends + Family WEEKEND pass includes: \n\nDinner Friday and Saturday nights\, beer and N/A drinks\, live music\, camping\, and HCR day passes.\n\nKids WEEKEND pass includes: \n\nDinner Friday and Saturday nights\, live music\, camping\, and HCR day passes.\n\nSaturday pass includes: \n\nDinner Saturday night\, drinks\, live music\, camping\, and HCR day pass.\n\nKids Saturday pass includes: \n\nDinner Saturday night\, live music\, camping\, and HCR day pass.\n\n  \nCamping \nCamping is included with the “ALL IN” pass and you can also add one night to the “COMING IN HOT” pass.  It will be located on-site at the event location.  This is a gorgeous open field with plenty of space to pitch a tent\, park your sprinter van or small teardrop trailers. There are no electrical hookups for plugging in a van or trailer…..sorry no RVs. \nThere will be bathrooms and a dumpster for garbage.  Water will be available but please come prepared with all your essentials for the entire weekend.  If you do need something outside of the ranch\, there are some supplies available nearby in the towns of Jasper and Ponca. \nCampground opens Friday\, November 1 at 10am and ends Sunday\, November 3rd at 3pm. \nBYO firewood (not available for purchase.) \nThere are hot showers available at the campground.  Purchase $3 tokens for showers at the HCR front desk (6 minutes for 1 token.) \nCan you bring your 4 legged bestie?  Unfortunately no pets are allowed on the property. \nCabins:  For an additional fee\, on-site cabins are available to reserve on a first come\, first serve.  Please call HCR to reserve: (800) 480-9635.  If HCR cabins are sold out\, search Airbnb and Buffalo Outdoor Center for additional nearby cabin rentals. \n  \nFood and Beverages \nPasses that include dinner on Friday and Saturday evenings will offer vegetarian and vegan options.  Please specify during registration. \nBreakfast and lunch will be available for purchase at the Lodge Restaurant or BYO food and drinks. \nFossil Cove will be our beer sponsor for the weekend and will have plenty of their best beer on tap!  Non-alcoholic beverages will also be available and you’re welcome to bring your own cooler with your favorites. \nHCR Kids Adventure Camp \n\nHCR is offering a Kids Adventure Camp Saturday\, 11/2 8:30am-12:30pm\nContact HCR to reserve:  800-480-9635\nMust meet the size restriction of 50 inches tall and 50 pounds\nMax capacity of 20 children.\nParent or legal guardian must pick up no later than 12:30pm. No additional supervision can be offered after 12:30.  You’ll need to register for the 40 mile route. (You won’t get back in time if you ride the 65 mile.)\n$85 includes lunch\n\nRefunds\, Transfers\, Deferrals  \nNo cancellations or deferrals but you can transfer to another person or change your category by noon of October 31st\, 2024.  You can change your category or transfer your registration to another rider by following these BikeReg directions: \nHow to Transfer your Registration to Someone Else \nHow To Change The Category You Registered For \n  \nInclement Weather Policy \nNewton County Mentality will happen rain or shine.  Come prepared for cold and warm temps.  Blue skies and dark skies.  Dry and wet conditions.  Buckle up…no matter what\, it’ll be a fun weekend!  In the event that Newton County Mentality cannot occur due to unforeseen circumstances you can defer to 2025 or receive a 50% refund. \n  \nRoutes and Support \nSaturday Gravel Courses:  You’ll choose between 65- and 40-mile categories\, each expecting around 9\,000 and 5\,000 feet of climbing\, respectively.  Note: e-bike category offered for the 40 mile route and you can also rent an e-mountain bike from HCR.  In keeping with The Rule of Three ethos\, we try to hold off on route revelations until right before the event….the element of surprise is a nice touch. \n*The Meteor Bike Shop and Cafe aid station will be available with Skratch nutrition and SAG support by 37 North Expeditions and The Bike Inn Bentonville. \n  \nBring your friends. Bring your family.  \nThere are endless things to do at Horseshoe Canyon Ranch.\n– the longest zip-line in the state of Arkansas.\n– two amazing via ferratas for adventure.\n– world-class mountain biking trails\, also great for hiking.\n– some of the best rock climbing in the USA.\n– a pool and hot tub.\n– the Buffalo National River just a few miles away.\n– rent an e-mountain bike from HCR to explore the trails.\n– full time Lodge Restaurant. \nFor more information head to www.ruleofthree.bike/newton-county-mentality \n  \nOur partners are some of the best in the business.   \nThey also produce fantastic products/services\, so when it’s time to outfit your adventures\, support the companies that support Newton County Mentality:
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/newton-county-brutality/
LOCATION:Horseshoe Canyon Ranch\, HC 70\, 261\, Jasper\, AR\, 72641\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cycling (Road & Mountain)
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SUMMARY:Mount Nebo Chicken Fried 10k
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to conquer the peaks with the Tri Peak Series brought to you by River Valley Runners! \nDive into a thrilling trio of races set in breathtaking landscapes\, starting with the Mt. Magazine 15k on May 31\, 2025 that promises to challenge and inspire. It’s only ONE hill!! We start about a half mile from the school on dirt road and then it turns into paved road the rest of the way up to the top of Mt. Magazine. Once at the top\, there will be a shuttle to get you to the bottom of the mountain – Or you can go a little extra an run down! What goes up must come down\, right? \nEarly start for Mount Magazine is 6:30am! \nKeep the adrenaline pumping with an up and downhill all paved course on Danville Mtn. with the Danville Mountain 5k on August 16\, 2025. \nWe wrap up the series with the deliciously named Mt. Nebo Chicken Fried 10k on September 13\, 2025.This is a paved course that starts at the bottom of Mt. Nebo at the Dollar General across the road. Once at the top\, there will be a shuttle to get you to the bottom of the mountain – Or you can go a little extra an run down! What goes up must come down\, right? \nWhere you earn the bragging rights along with some awesome swag for the finale! \nEach race comes with a Shirt. There are custom medals made for each race. If you do all three races there is a final medal you receive for doing all three! Each year the design is different so we can keep you interested to come back for more! \nCan’t make a date? No sweat! Just complete the course on your own time\, send us your triumph email and Strave/Garmin/Coros course mapping & time recording\, and we’ll make sure you get your well-deserved gear. Join us for an epic summer of running! \nIf you need to complete a course on a different date\, you will need to email rivervalleyrunners@icloud.com your course completion to ensure you did the course to get your Swag. Email your shipping information as well!
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/mount-nebo-chicken-fried-10k-3/
LOCATION:Dollar General – Dardanelle\, 1242 State Hwy 22\, Dardanelle\, 72834\, United States
CATEGORIES:Running (Trail & Road)
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SUMMARY:2025 5k @ the LPGA
DESCRIPTION:The 5k @ the LPGA returns on Saturday\, September 13th! Kick off the 2025 #NWAChampionship with the largest and most spirited 5k race in NW Arkansas! Join us as we Run for Good benefitting Mercy Health Foundation. \nBreakfast & Awards: Join us after the race for a free breakfast\, lawn games\, vendor expo\, and the Awards Ceremony as we celebrate the kickoff to #NWAChampionship Week! Bring your family and friends for a full morning of entertainment! \nRace Packages: Includes a performance t-shirt\, daily #NWAChampionship Tournament ticket\, race medal\, breakfast after the race and more! Packet pickup will be held at the Walmart AMP on Friday\, September 12th from 2pm-6pm. Packets can also be picked up on Race Day starting at 6:30am. Packets are only guaranteed for the first 1\,500 participants to arrive\, please arrive early to ensure you receive a packet. \nCorporate Challenge: Join the Annual Corporate Challenge to compete with your coworkers against over 30 other local companies. Teams compete for the titles of Fittest Office\, Fastest Office\, and Leading Ladies in NW Arkansas\, and prizes will be awarded to the Most Spirited Team! Only 5 participants are needed to form a team. \nVolunteers Needed:  Over 50 volunteers are needed to help the 5k @ the LPGA a success every year. Volunteers serve in positions such as course marshals\, water station\, and finish line volunteers. Volunteers receive a t-shirt\, race gift bag and ticket to the #NWAChampionship. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Brandi Mikula at bmikula@outlyr.com.
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/2025-5k-the-lpga/
LOCATION:Walmart AMP\, 5079 W Northgate Rd\, Rogers\, 72758\, United States
CATEGORIES:Running (Trail & Road)
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SUMMARY:The River Classic
DESCRIPTION:A USA Cycling-sanctioned\, fully supported ride with great fun\, food and fellowship\nThis is a fully supported ride\, with on-site mechanics and SAG provided by Trek Bikes\, well-stocked rest stops and new route markers from RouteArrows to make navigation easier.\nA ride with three distance options for every level of cyclists:\n\n\n\n\n25.8 miles for beginners or those that just want to cruise\n42.7 miles for those looking for a weekend challenge\n65.7-mile route for experienced cyclists
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/the-river-classic-4/
LOCATION:ACE Glass Manufacturing\, 3101 Dugan St\,\, Little Rock\, 72206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cycling (Road & Mountain)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T090000
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SUMMARY:Minuteman 5k Trail Race
DESCRIPTION:Minuteman Day will be held again at Camp Robinson! This is an fun filled day designed for the Arkansas Army and Air National Guard to engage with the local community through a variety of events. We cannot wait to host you on this open base day! The 5K Trail Run is a combination of road and trail across the grounds at Camp Robinson and it is open to all runners\, all ages and paces!
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/minuteman-5k-trail-race/
LOCATION:Camp Robinson\, 6000 Camp Robinson Rd\,\, North Little Rock\, 72118\, United States
CATEGORIES:Running (Trail & Road)
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T120000
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SUMMARY:Run for Tomorrow 5k
DESCRIPTION:Join us on September 13th at ASUMH/McCabe Park for a powerful community event dedicated to hope\, healing\, and suicide awareness.\nThis 5K run/walk is about more than miles — it’s about showing up for those we’ve lost\, those who are struggling\, and those who need to know they are not alone. Together\, we’re breaking the silence\, spreading awareness\, and reminding each other that every life matters. \n  \nAll proceeds go toward suicide awareness and prevention. \n  \nThis Race starts at 8:00 AM. Please try to get there by 7:15 AM for registration and packet pick up.
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/run-for-tomorrow-5k/
LOCATION:ASU – Mountain Home\, 1600 S College St.\, Mountain Home\, 72653\, United States
CATEGORIES:Running (Trail & Road)
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T140000
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SUMMARY:Crystal Bluff Trail Day
DESCRIPTION:The ARCC is partnering with @rab.equipment for our next trail day on September 13th! We will work\, we will climb\, and Rab will hold a gear raffle for participants. Come put in some sweat equity and be rewarded with a chance to climb at the newest section of cliff\, Capitol Crag! The area will not yet be open to the public\, so this is your chance to get a sneak peek on what we have been working on this summer.\n\n\n\nThanks to @rab.equipment and @highplainsog for reaching out with the idea to collaborate\, and we are super excited to get one step closer to completion. See you there!
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/crystal-bluff-trail-day/
LOCATION:Crystal Bluff\, 3201 River Road\, North Little Rock\, 72114\, United States
CATEGORIES:Climbing
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SUMMARY:13th Annual Omega Prostate Cancer Awareness 5K Run/Walk
DESCRIPTION:The 13th Annual Omega Prostate/Colon Cancer Awareness 5K Run/ Walk is a race event for which all the proceeds are donated in support of The Arkansas Prostate Cancer Foundation\, American Cancer Society and scholarships for High School students. \nWe are grateful for the continued opportunity to raise money to help these two organization and continue to provide scholarships to deserving high school students.  With  the support of the community\, last year we increased our participants to over 267 runners and walkers and we were able to raise $5\,715.62 above expenses that has been distributed to support the Arkansas Prostate Cancer Foundation\, the American Cancer Society and scholarships for deserving high school students through the Omegas of Greater Little Rock\, Incorporated non- profit corporation.  These organizations greatly appreciate the support that you gave to last year’s event. \nToo many men will hear the words “You have prostate cancer” in this calendar year. Our goal is to increase the recognition\, discussion\, education\, and promotion of yearly screenings for prostate and Colon cancer. According to the latest prostate cancer statistics from the National Cancer Institute\, about 240\,000 men will receive a diagnosis of prostate cancer\, and about 33\,000 men will die of the disease. Overall\, about 17%\, or 1 in 6 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during his lifetime.  More than 2.5 million men in America are now living with a diagnosis of prostate cancer. Reports show that prostate cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths among men in the United States\, accounting for about 11% of cancer related deaths in men.  Colon Cancer is the third most commonly diagnosed cancer and the second leading cause of cancer death in men and women combined in the United States.  The American Cancer Society estimates that this year 136\,830 people will be diagnosed and 50\,310 will die from this disease. \nThank you in advance for your continued support to help us knock out Prostate and Colon cancer!
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/13th-annual-omega-prostate-cancer-awareness-5k-run-walk/
LOCATION:Murray Park\, Little Rock\, 5900 Rebsamen Park Rd\, Little Rock\, 72207\, United States
CATEGORIES:Running (Trail & Road)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T164128
CREATED:20250908T194740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T195158Z
UID:10002529-1757754000-1757761200@arkansasoutside.com
SUMMARY:Kendra's Voice Race to Be Heard
DESCRIPTION:This is a 5K and a 10K that will be held at Deer Mountain Events\, 7717 Contran Rd\, Ozark\, AR 72949 \n(formerly called Contran Properties).
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/kendras-voice-race-to-be-heard-2/
LOCATION:Deer Mountain Events\, 7717 Contran Rd\, Ozark\, 72949\, United States
CATEGORIES:Running (Trail & Road)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T164128
CREATED:20250908T200558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T200558Z
UID:10002535-1757754000-1757761200@arkansasoutside.com
SUMMARY:ZTA Run for the Ribbon 5k
DESCRIPTION:The Run for the Ribbon 5k brings together the University of Arkansas and greater Northwest Arkansas community to raise awareness about breast cancer. The event benefits the Zeta Tau Alpha Foundation to support scholarships\, educational programming\, leadership development\, and our fight against breast cancer\, which includes our partnerships with the NFL\, the American Cancer Society\, and the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. \nT-shirts for participants to wear will be available for pickup on Friday\, September 12th at the ZTA house between 10am and 4pm. Additional t-shirts will be available for purchase at the t-shirt pickup and at the race for non-participants.
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/zta-run-for-the-ribbon-5k/
LOCATION:ZTA House\, 530 Oakland Ave.\, Fayetteville\, 72701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Running (Trail & Road)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T164128
CREATED:20250421T193633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250421T193633Z
UID:10002409-1757754000-1757775600@arkansasoutside.com
SUMMARY:NW Arkansas Mountain Bike Championships
DESCRIPTION:Men’s Cat 1 unified field will include:  19-29\, 30-39\, and 40-49. \nWomen’s Cat 1 and 2 unified field will include all Cat 1 and 2 women riders.
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/nw-arkansas-mountain-bike-championships-2/
LOCATION:Devil’s Den State Park\, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74\, West Fork\, AR\, 72774\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cycling (Road & Mountain)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T201500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T164128
CREATED:20250908T195013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T195013Z
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SUMMARY:2025 Runnin' Scared 5K
DESCRIPTION:Come out and join us for the 8th Annual Runnin’ Scared 5K at Pumpkin Hollow in Piggott\, Arkansas on Saturday\, September 13th!\nIf you’re brave enough to run through a cemetery at night with the chance of bumping into a few Zombies\, then this race is for you! Participants will travel through a local cemetery as well as the grounds of Pumpkin Hollow. Please note that this course will include paved roads as well as some off-road/trail running. \nFor safety reasons\, be sure to bring a flashlight\, headlamp\, or any other lighting device for the race. \nWe will make sure everyone is safe and sound before we put the zombies to bed! \nThe race will start at 8:15 PM rain or shine. (We will implement safety precautions in the event of inclement weather) \nPackets will need to be picked up no later than 7:30 PM on race day \n***Please note that the roads will be closed at 8:00 PM for the safety of the runners*** \nRunners/walkers of all paces are welcome to join in on the fun! \nSign up by Thursday\, August 28th to be guaranteed a T-shirt. \nPacket pickup will be day of race. Please arrive early by 7:00 to pick up your packet. \nAll proceeds will be donated to local charities.
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/2025-runnin-scared-5k/
LOCATION:Pumpkin Hollow\, 610 County road 336\, Piggott\, 72454\, United States
CATEGORIES:Running (Trail & Road)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250914T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250914T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T164128
CREATED:20250210T205206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250210T205206Z
UID:10002374-1757836800-1757869200@arkansasoutside.com
SUMMARY:Kessler Mountain Jam
DESCRIPTION:A pair of custom socks comes with each entry.  Or\, upgrade to a long sleeve tshirt ($10) or hoodie ($20).  You can also choose no socks and save $5 on your entry fee.  See sock image below. \nUSA Cycling License Info: \n\nCat 1 & 2 – an annual USA Cycling license is required to race.  One-day license is not allowed in either category.  USAC is offering a discounted license for new annual license holders.  Go to www.usacycling.org and purchase an annual license.  At checkout\, use the following code:\n\n“INTROMEMB25” (exp 12/31/25) $60 off (Creates a $50 membership)\n\nValid for 1st time Members only\nCan only be used on Adult Race memberships\n\n\n\n\nJunior – see USA Cycling website for details. https://usacycling.org/get-started/bike-racing-for-kids-and-teens.\nNovice (Cat 3)\, Single Speed\, E-bike and Clydesdale – for anyone who does not hold an annual USA Cycling license\, a $15 one-day license fee is required to participate.\nCitizen (1st timer) categories entry fees include the one-day license fees.\n\nEVENT INFO: \n\nSeptember 13:\n\nPre-Race Packet Pickup / Onsite Registration (there is no raceday registration…we promise) on September 13 from 1 to 4pm at Kessler Mountain Regional Park.  Exact location is – https://goo.gl/maps/ftsgXXanHPRnqqUy8\nPractice / Pre-Ride – September 13 from 1:00 – 4:00pm.\n\n\nSeptember 14:\n\nRaceday Packet Pickup – September 14 – start/finish line – 6:30am until 30 minutes before each group start time.  Look for signs and large white tent.\n\n\n\nCourse Info: \n\nMaps\n\nCat 3\, Juniors and Clydesdale – https://ridewithgps.com/routes/44260671\nCat 1\, Cat 2\, Singlespeed and E-bike – https://ridewithgps.com/routes/44260694\n\n\nLaps/Distance:\n\nCourse 1 is 2.4 miles.  See main registration page for total distance per category\nCourse 2 is 5.2 miles.  Same as above\n\n\n\n2025 Options – coming soon:
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/kessler-mountain-jam-4/
LOCATION:Mount Kessler Park\, 2600 W. Judge Cummings Road\, Fayetteville\, AR\, 72701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cycling (Road & Mountain)
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250919
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250921
DTSTAMP:20260403T164128
CREATED:20230802T133824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T210833Z
UID:10000222-1758240000-1758412799@arkansasoutside.com
SUMMARY:Arkansas Dark-Sky Festival
DESCRIPTION:The 2023 Arkansas Dark-Sky Festival will be three nights under the Summer Milky Way on Bear Creek\, just south of the Buffalo River off Hyw. 65.  The registration process will be opened soon.  In the meantime\, please explore this page\, check out the information downloads in Event Guide Section\, and subscribe to our  Dark Sky Event News list. The event is free\, but registration is requested.  In addition\, participating organizations\, scout troops\, and volunteers should sign up using the special buttons in the Registration Section at the bottom of the page.
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/arkansas-dark-sky-festival/
LOCATION:Bear Creek Cabins\, 6403 N Highway 65\, Saint Joe\, AR\, 72675\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other Fun
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250919
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250921
DTSTAMP:20260403T164128
CREATED:20250722T154527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T154527Z
UID:10002497-1758240000-1758412799@arkansasoutside.com
SUMMARY:NWA Bike-a-Palooza
DESCRIPTION:Bike Clubs of Northwest Arkansas host a ride by cyclist\, for cyclist\, to raise funds for NWA Charity. Save the date September 19 & 20\, 2025
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/nwa-bike-a-palooza-4/
LOCATION:Sugar Creek Center\, 22 Sugar Creek Center\, Bella Vista\, 72714\, United States
CATEGORIES:Running (Trail & Road)
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250919
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250921
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CREATED:20250819T163646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T163646Z
UID:10002511-1758240000-1758412799@arkansasoutside.com
SUMMARY:NWA Bike-a-Palooza
DESCRIPTION:Bike Clubs of Northwest Arkansas host a ride by cyclist\, for cyclist\, to raise funds for NWA Charity. Save the date September 19 & 20\, 2025
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/nwa-bike-a-palooza-5/
LOCATION:AR
CATEGORIES:Cycling (Road & Mountain)
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250920
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250922
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T165104Z
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SUMMARY:RYDB Fest - Community Overnighter
DESCRIPTION:The Ride Your Damn Bike Festival invites you to ride your damn bike\, any damn way you want.  We’ve got a weekend full of fun and diverse options for you to choose from.  For my part\, Bikes or Death will be leading a beginner friendly\, lightly supported\, no drop\, community overnighter. \nWe’ll be riding the Bikepacking Roots’ Devils Den Loop (short & long) which is part of their Fayetteville Bikepacking Route Network with an overnight community camp + optional evening activities at Devil’s Den State Park. \nDevil’s Den State Park is a scenic gem nestled in the steep terrain of the western Boston Mountains. This is the most demanding of the three “overnight” route options in the Fayetteville bikepacking route network – the terrain becomes more rugged southwest of town in the high Ozark’s. The route is a mix of maintained gravel roads and pavement\, with three 600- to 1\,000-foot climbs with expansive vistas and numerous resupply options along the way. We’ve reserved the group camp site at Devil’s Den which can accommodate 75 people.  Once at camp riders will have a couple (optional) activities to choose from.  Either a hike up to Yellow Rock (rated the #5 hiking trail in all of Arkansas) or a Singletrack ride with a stop at Yellow Rock to meet up with the Hikers.  We’ll provide some snacks and beverages for all to enjoy while we watch the sunset and revel in our decisions to get outside\, ride our damn bikes\, and make new friends.  Riders will be responsible for their own dinner and breakfast\, but the State Park does have a cafe that is open from 9am – 7pm. \nThis is a beginner friendly focused ride\, but everyone is welcome to come ride with us at a chill pace.  We will have ride leaders and sweepers\, mechanics on the ride to help with any mechanicals\, and a sag vehicle that can assist with carrying gear and/or you and your bike to camp if needed.  We also have a Carry My Damn Shit option for riders who don’t want to be lugged down by the additional weight.  Moral of the story\, you wanna ride your damn bike\, but you’re not sure if this route is obtainable for you\, we invite you to push your limits with the assurance that we got your back and one way or another we’re gonna get you and your shit to camp! \n\nRoutes \n\nDay 1 \n\nDevil’s Den Loop (short)\n\n43 miles\n2\,900’ elevation gain\n\n\nDevil’s Den Loop (long)\n\n53 miles\n3\,700’ elevation gain\n\n\n\nDay 2 \n\nDevil’s Den: Return to Fayetteville\n\n30 miles\n2\,100’ elevation gain\n\n\n\nOvernighter Itinerary \n\nDay 1 – Sept. 20th \n\n8am: Coffee & cheer on the racers as they embark on the Fayetteville Ultra Circuit\n9am: Community Overnighter Grand Depart\nRide 53 miles (long) or 43 miles (short)\nWe have a group campsite reserved for all participants\nOnce at camp we have a couple of optional activities for you to participate in\n\nYellow Rock Hike – 4 mile round trip hike up to Yellow Rock\nYellow Rock Singletrack Ride – a 13 mile singletrack ride with a stop at Yellow Rock to join the hikers\n\nAt Yellow Rock we’ll provide some snacks and beverages for you to enjoy while we watch the sunset.  Bring Lights for the hike/ride back to camp\n\n\n\n\nParticipants are responsible for their own dinner.  There is a diner at the state park that is open from 9am – 7pm\n10pm: Quiet Time\n\nDay 2 – Sept 21st \n\n8am wake up call\n\nBreak down camp\nParticipants are responsible for their own breakfast.  The State Park Cafe opens at 9am.\n\n\n10am: Roll out – ride 30 miles back to Fayetteville\n\nAbout the Route \n\nThe Devil’s Den Loop departs downtown Fayetteville and meanders southwest out of town on recreation paths\, past Kessler Mountain Park\, and then follows ~6 miles of paved roads before turning toward Prairie Grove on gravel. At mile 20\, riders hit a 600-foot gravel climb\, the first of the route’s three longer climbs\, and ascend to a ridgeline with long views into the Boston Mount to the south and toward where Devil’s Den State Park is nestled. \n\nThe shorter and longer routes split at mile 28\, with the shorter route taking a more direct route to Devil’s Den State Park that is ~10 miles less than the longer option with 800 feet less climbing. The shorter route descends to Cove Creek (a generally reliable water source) and then begins the second of the three long climbs. This one is paved to start\, passes the former Strickler town site\, turns to gravel\, and rolls before the final pitch. The high point of the climb is at mile 36\, and from there\, it’s mostly paved and mostly downhill for ~7 miles to Devil’s Den State Park. The shorter route doesn’t pass any camping options until immediately before the state park boundary.\n \nThe longer version of the loop continues south from mile 28 climbing and then traversing a beautiful gravel road across the long summit of Skylight Mountain. A steep and winding descent brings riders down to Cove Creek at mile 37. From there\, a 600-foot climb leads to the Ozark National Forest boundary at mile 41\, and for the subsequent 6 miles\, there are numerous dispersed camping opportunities. The route descends to a paved road along Fall Creek\, and from the bottom of the downhill\, it’s 6 paved miles with one more shorter climb to Devil’s Den State Park (or riders could turn west for a mile to a beautiful swimming hole at the bridge across Lee Creek).\n \nDevil’s Den State Park offers a wide range of amenities and recreation opportunities. The mountain bike trail network through the canyons and past waterfalls has trails for all skill levels. There’s also a swimming pond\, additional trails for hiking\, and a café and small store. \n\nLeaving the state park\, the route climbs steeply up a switch-backed paved road. At nearly 1\,000 feet\, this is the longest climb on the route\, but from the expansive views at the high point\, the route is mostly a gradual descent all the way back to Fayetteville. The final 5-mile-long section of gravel parallels the towering Interstate 49 bridges. The community of West Fork at mile 59 (69 on the longer loop) has a grocery store and several restaurant options. From there\, it’s just 14 miles back to downtown Fayetteville.\n \nFAQ’s \n\nWhat kind of bike should I ride? We recommend a gravel bike with a minimum of 45mm tires; a mountain bike would also be absolutely fine.  If you’re participating in the optional singletrack ride at camp you’ll probably want to bring your MTB or be comfortable underbiking.\nWhat is the longest distance between resupplies? ~25 to 45 miles\nWhat is the percentage of paved and unpaved? Shorter version: Paved: 70% / Smooth Gravel: 30%. Longer version: Paved: 50% / Smooth Gravel: 50%\nWhat if I need help carrying or curating gear?  Please reach out to us at the email below if you need assistance acquiring gear for this trip.  If you don’t have bikepacking bags or don’t want to carry all your gear to camp we can do it for you for a small fee\, more info on the registration page. \nWhat if I can’t make it to camp? That’s okay!  We will have a sag vehicle that can get you and your gear to camp.  Even if this distance feels a little out of reach we encourage you to push your limits knowing that we will support you and get you to camp one way or another!\nWill there be a mechanic on the ride to help with any trailside repairs?  Yes!  We will be able to do light trail repairs and help get you back on the road.  If it’s not repairable we’ve always got the sag vehicle as a safety net.\nCan I get a refund?  A portion of entry fee proceeds goes to Bikepacking Roots\, a nonprofit organization with a mission that supports and advances bikepacking\, the growth of a diverse bikepacking community\, and access to and the conservation of the landscapes and public lands through which we ride.  Due to the philanthropic component refunds aren’t available\, but free transfers to a friend are totally cool.\n\nTo take a deeper dive into the route’s check out the route info from Bikepacking Roots.\n \nRecommended Packing List \nPlease use your Packing Guidelines to help you prepare for a successful and fun weekend on the bike! \nQuestions?  We love email!  Send me your comments\, questions\, suggestions\, to bikes@bikesordeath.com
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/rydb-fest-community-overnighter/
LOCATION:Devil’s Den State Park\, 11333 AR-74\, West Fork\, 72774\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cycling (Road & Mountain)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250920T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250920T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T164128
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SUMMARY:Heart & Sole Half Marathon\, 10K 5K
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, September 20 this year’s race will be starting and ending our race again at the NEA Baptist Hospital. Changes will be coming. Follow our Heart and Sole Half Marathon 5K 10k Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064703435368 to stay informed of changes being made. Runners will be excited! \nThis will be USTAF certified 13.1\, 10K and 5K courses with a mix of rolling hills and flat areas. The course will be well marked and have volunteers and activity on the course. Police will be present at highly traveled intersections and leading the 13.1 race. \nHalf-Marathon & 10K participants must sign up as runners. The half marathon will have a 3 1/2 hour time limit\, which is a 16 minutes/mile. If you are not keeping the pace you will be asked to come off the course. \nThe 5K course has walking and running categories. The walking category participants must not run on any of the 5K course. \nPowerade\, water & food will be throughout the course. Participants can have their own water/food with them. \nPRE-RACE PACKET PICK-UP \nParticipants living in Craighead County must and Out of County & State participants can pick up packets & t-shirts on Friday. \nPick Up will be a drive through and participants must stay in their car. Packets will be given to drivers through their car window on Friday\, September 19\, Noon-6:30 pm\, by the big tent at NEA Baptist Hospital\, 4800 E Johnson\, Jonesboro\, AR 72405. \nPlease do not call the hospital and ask questions about the race-they will not know. \nIMPORIANT DATES TO KNOW ABOUT REGISTERING: \n10K & HALF RUNNERS \nLAST DAY TO REGISTER TO RECEIVE YOUR MEDAL AT THE FINISH LINE IS AUGUST 13. 5K PARTICIPANTS DO NOT RECEIVE MEDALS. \nALL PARTICIPANTS \nLAST DAY TO REGISTER TO RECEIVE A T-SHIRT IS SEPTEMBER 3 \nLAST DAY TO REGISTER AS A RACE PARTICIPANT IS SEPTEMBER 10. \nNO LATE OR DAY OF REGISTRATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED.
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/heart-sole-half-marathon-10k-5k-3/
LOCATION:NEA Baptist Hospital\, 4800 E Johnson Street\, Jonesboro\, 72405\, United States
CATEGORIES:Running (Trail & Road)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250920T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250920T110000
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UID:10002466-1758355200-1758366000@arkansasoutside.com
SUMMARY:Finish Sydney's Run 5K
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for Annual Celebration of Life 5K in Honor of Sydney Claire Sutherland. We will come together to celebrate and honor her incredible life. We will FINISH SYDNEY’S RUN because she was denied that opportunity. Sydney loved running. She loved all things fitness. From working out to just getting a quick run\, jog or walk in during the day\, she enjoyed it all! We hope that you enjoy this event whether you are running\, walking\, jogging or pushing strollers. Whether you are attending this run as a competitor or just as a finisher\, we thank you! \nAll proceeds will go directly to the Sydney Claire Sutherland Foundation. Sydney made an impact on everyone she met. She was a beautiful person inside and out. She devoted her life to helping others and continues to touch lives through her scholarship which assists students seeking a career in nursing. \nWe run for Sydney. \nWe run in her honor. \nWe run in her memory. \nWe run for change. \nWe will keep putting one foot in front of the other until we can catch up with you\, Sydney. \nLocation: 200 West Main Street\, Tuckerman\, AR \nRun/Walk: $35 (t-shirt included with registration fee if signed up before Sept. 6) \nFor more information contact m.shelton0014@yahoo.com
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/finish-sydneys-run-5k/
LOCATION:Tuckerman City Hall\, 200 West Main Street\, Tuckerman\, United States
CATEGORIES:Running (Trail & Road)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250920T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250920T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T164128
CREATED:20250908T201150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T201150Z
UID:10002537-1758355200-1758366000@arkansasoutside.com
SUMMARY:East End Sizzler 10K/5K
DESCRIPTION:The 16th Annual East End Sizzler “Stride to End Childhood Cancer” is a 5K and 10K in held in the small community of East End\, AR put on by the Little Rock South Lions Club. \n  \nRegistration for the race will begin at 7:00 am and ends 10 minutes before the race starts. \n  \nThe 5K and 10K will both begin at 8:00 am. \n  \nThis will be a chip-timed race. \n  \nThere is a Course time Limit of 2 hours. \n  \nWe are awarding the top 3 males and females in each age category: 19 and under \, 20-29\, 30-39\, 40-49\, 50-59\, 60-69\, 70+. This will be for both the 5K and the 10K. \n  \nT-shirt Deadline: September 5\, 2025. We will do our best to get everyone a shirt in their size if you register after the deadline! Shirts will be given out first-come\, first-serve until we run out. \n  \nIn 2024 with your help\, we supported the Ronald McDonald House to purchase items (snacks) for were families stay when children are in the hospital.
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/east-end-sizzler-10k-5k-4/
LOCATION:East Union Missionary Baptist\, 20422 N Springlake Rd\, Hensley\, 72065\, United States
CATEGORIES:Running (Trail & Road)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250920T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250920T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T164128
CREATED:20250908T202210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T202210Z
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SUMMARY:Do the Haven Hustle 5K
DESCRIPTION:“DO THE HAVEN HUSTLE 5K” \nThe Haven Hustle 5K” is a fundraiser to benefit Haven Homes of Texarkana. Haven Homes is a faith-based\, non-profit organization that serves both men and women in the Texarkana/Four States area who are struggling with life issues such as drug abuse\, alcoholism\, and addiction. Through safe housing\, work and service programs\, counseling\, and spiritual guidance\, we help individuals in need grow and thrive. The Haven Homes mission is to bring restoration to broken people through grace-based discipleship. We seek to reach those in pain from addiction and\, through God’s grace\, help these individuals receive love\, joy\, hope\, and healing. Haven Homes offers a Transitional Home for women coming out of Bowie County Women’s Center. We also offer 12 to 18 month Recovery Centers for both men and women\, and sober-living homes for program graduates. \nEVENT WEEKEND INCLUDES: \nFRIDAY NIGHT: *RUN PACKET PICK-UP \nSATURDAY MORNING: 5K RUN AT 300 OLIVE ST. 8AM-11AM $35 EARLY REG @RUNSIGNUP.COM\, INCLUDES TSHIRT $45 LATE REG. \nSATURDAY ALL-DAY:  INCLUDES A CAR SHOW 8AM-3PM AT BEECH STREET BAPTIST CHURCH LOCATED AT 601 BEECH ST.\nTHERE WILL BE FOOD TRUCKS\, GAMES\, TROPHIES\, & PRIZES! CALL MIGUEL VALLEJO (318)262-8204 TO SIGN -UP.\nCAR SHOW REGISTRATION FEE: $25 OR DONATION OF HYGEINE PRODUCTS VALUED AT $25. \nRACE COURSE INFO: \nThe “Do the Haven Hustle 5K” is a 3.1 mile course in historic downtown Texarkana.  The 5K Race will start at the old State First National Bank building (physical address: 300 Olive St. Texarkana\, AR).  Runners will RUN past all the MAJOR Texarkana Landmarks: the beautiful Saint Edwards Catholic Church\, the classical Beech Street Baptist Church\, see the stained glass at First United Methodist\, the railyard\, the only “two state” Stateline Federal Building & Post Office\, the famous Perot Theater\, the Hotel Grim\, Silvermoon on Broad\, City Hall of Texarkana\, multiple war memorials\, the Arts Park\, along with the many fun and interesting murals of famous locals\, like Scott Joplin\, and other amazing local favorite murals! You don’t want to miss out on this 5K run! PLUS!! All proceeds go to help EVEN MORE men and women find FREEDOM in RECOVERY!!
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/do-the-haven-hustle-5k/
LOCATION:Downtown Texarkana\, 300 Olive St.\, Texarkana\, 71854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Running (Trail & Road)
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SUMMARY:OZ Mile Swim
DESCRIPTION:OZ Mile Swim is for ALL swimmers! Elite\, experienced\, novice\, beginner – ALL! \nThe OZ Mile Swim is an open water race that offers participants and spectators a full weekend in Northwest Arkansas with festivities centered around swimming.  This will be a great weekend in the heart of the Ozark on beautiful Beaver Lake with fun for the entire family! \nBonnie Adams\, founder of SWIM OZ\, created this race because she wanted to showcase the natural beauty of the Ozark region and offer an opportunity for her clients and team to be able to compete locally. There are so many amazing things that this area offers athletes\, and it is time to put us on the map for swimming events as well. There is a very eclectic swimming population here in Northwest Arkansas. A lot of former Division 1 swimmers\, Ironman triathletes\, recreational swimmers\, high school state champions\, para-athletes\, and special Olympic athletes all reside here. The 1-mile swim offers ALL of them the opportunity to participate. Adams had this to say regarding the event\, “The diversity of our participants is awesome – so glad we have a grass roots start to an inclusive event. When we sat down to create this event\, we wanted something for everyone. We also wanted this to be a race that the spectators would want to attend.”   The course is a triangle shape with complete viewing for the spectators to see their swimmer the entire race. \nWe want to build community around swimming.
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/oz-mile-swim-2/
LOCATION:Beaver Lake Dam Site Park\, 348 Damsite River Rd\, Eureka Springs\, 72631\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other Fun
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SUMMARY:MJ's Stampede
DESCRIPTION:2025 MJ’s Stampede \nCertified 5K/10K Race and Timed 5K Walk \nSaturday\, September 20 \nStart and Finish at Greg Smith River Trail\, 121 Riverfront Drive\, Fort Smith AR  72901 \n7 a.m. Registration\, 8 a.m. Race \nEntry Fee: $30 before September 8 and  $40 after September 8 through packet pickup\, $45 race day registration. \nParticipant Packet Pick-Up\, Friday\, September 19\, 11 am – 1 pm and 3 pm – 6 pm at True Grit Running Company 6808 Rogers Ave\, Fort Smith AR and Saturday morning from 7 am – 7:45 am at Greg Smith River Trail\, 121 Riverfront Drive\, Fort Smith AR  72901. \nT-shirts guaranteed for those who register prior to September 6th and at day of race\, if available. \nOverall Awards for Top three Male & Top Female Finishers in 5K and 10K\, Top 3 Masters (40+)\, Grand Masters (50+)\, Seniors (60+)  Male and Female in 10K. \nAge Division Awards (5 deep) in 5 year age groups for 10 – 80 & 9 and under for 5K Run\, 10K Run\, and Timed 5K Walk. \nThis race goal is to raise funds to provide assistance to Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (LLS). \nwww.teamintraining.org \nIn 2022\, LLS took bold steps to improve the futures of blood cancer patients and survivors dealing with more than 100 blood cancers\, including leukemia\, lymphoma\, and Myeloma. \n1. 14 new blood cancer treatment options were approved by FDA\, many because of longstanding LLS support.\n2.  LLS funded 117 scientists and invested in 17 Therapy Acceleration Program (TAP) partners to advance next-generation blood cancer research. \nLLS is thankful for our supporters and volunteers who help continue advancing the LLS mission in Arkansas providing life-saving resources\, research\, and financial support.  Below is a snapshot of how LLS impacted the people of Arkansas in FY22. \n\nPeople in AR who received financial assistance through C0-Pay Assistance Program: $4\,401\,500.00.\nIn travel assistance provided to patients in AR: $66\,000.00.\nIn Urgent Need financial assistance provided to patients in AR: $79\,500.00.\nPeople and caregivers served by education and services in AR: 916.\n\n 
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/mjs-stampede-2/
LOCATION:Kelly River Park\, 121 Riverfront Dr\, Fort Smith\, 72901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Running (Trail & Road)
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SUMMARY:Fayetteville Ultra Circuit
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the Fayetteville Ultra Circuit (FUC) – a gritty\, soulful\, and rugged bikepacking race weaving its way through the heart of Northwest Arkansas and the ancient ridgelines of the Arkansas Ozarks. Designed for the self-reliant\, the curious\, and the trail-hungry\, this race is not just about speed – it’s about connecting forgotten singletrack\, pushing your limits\, and discovering the deep roots of trail riding in the South. \nThe FUC is more than a race – it’s part of the Ride Your Damn Bike Festival\, a multi-day celebration of cycling\, community\, and craft based in downtown Fayetteville\, Arkansas. The festival includes: \n\nMaker’s Market & Expo – Featuring local frame-builders\, artisans\, gear-makers\, and food vendors.\nWorkshops – Covering bikepacking\, trail advocacy\, mechanics\, and more.\nCommunity Overnighter – A no-drop campout to reconnect with the land and fellow riders.\nLocal Group Rides & Shakedowns – From mellow cruises to mini-missions.\nUltra Race – Multiple distance options for self-supported adventure.\nDirt Crits – Glorious\, rowdy racing at the Agri Park.\n\nWhether you’re racing or just rolling by\, the festival creates a welcoming hub for the bike-curious\, seasoned dirtbags\, and everyone in between. \nA portion of entry fee proceeds goes to Bikepacking Roots\, a nonprofit organization with a mission that supports and advances bikepacking\, the growth of a diverse bikepacking community\, and access to and the conservation of the landscapes and public lands through which we ride. \nhttps://bikepackingroots.org/ \nThe Route:\nThe FUC stitches together a hand-picked patchwork of legendary old-school singletrack – some beloved\, some all but forgotten – linked by an unpredictable mix of surfaces. Riders can expect: \n\nRaw\, technical singletrack that’s been etched into Arkansas dirt for decades.\nUnmaintained dirt roads full of chunky surprises.\nFlowing gravel\, from loose and fast to deeply washboarded.\nQuiet paved backroads that offer short respites and stunning views.\n\nThis is a self-supported race – riders are responsible for their own food\, water\, navigation\, and repairs. The route will challenge your endurance\, bike handling\, and route-finding skills. \nExpect solitude. Expect joy. Expect to curse that one trail climb and then tell everyone it was your favorite part. \nFUC 400 – The Full Circuit\n400+ Miles | Max Difficulty | Full Send \nThis is the main event – the full embodiment of the Fayetteville Ultra Circuit and a proper test of your endurance\, preparation\, and resilience. The FUC 400 dives deep into the wildest corners of the Ozarks\, tying together nearly every notable trail system in Northwest Arkansas and venturing east into rugged\, remote terrain where resupplies are few\, and the riding is relentlessly steep and unforgiving. \nOnce you leave Fayetteville\, you’ll traverse a network of legendary and lesser-known singletrack systems\, linked together by an ever-changing surface mix: gravel\, chunky backroads\, forgotten forest roads\, and stretches of quiet pavement. The terrain becomes more intense as you reach Newton and Madison Counties\, where steep grades\, eroded surfaces\, and massive elevation swings will test your limits. \nTrail Systems Included: \n\nKessler Mountain\nLake Wedington\nLincoln Lake\nDevil’s Den\nLake Fort Smith\nBuffalo Headwaters\nHorseshoe Canyon\nBOC Ponca Downhill\nMount Sequoyah\n\nThis route is a self-supported gauntlet\, traversing Arkansas’s most legendary and remote riding zones. Expect long stretches with no services\, limited cell coverage\, and the kind of solitude that makes you question your decisions – and then fall in love with them. \nNot for the unprepared. This is the FUC in its most unrelenting form. \nFUC 200 – The Punchy Middle Child\n~200 Miles | High Difficulty | No Easy Way Out \nDon’t let the smaller number fool you – the FUC 200 is a beast. This route mirrors the FUC 400 mile-for-mile until around mile 155\, hitting nearly every major trail system in the first two-thirds of the long course. You’ll taste the same chunky Ozark roads\, climb the same steep grades\, and rip through the same historic singletrack – but at Lake Fort Smith\, the route diverges and begins a return arc toward Fayetteville. \nThe ride back isn’t a coast – expect a mix of challenging gravel and paved climbs\, meandering through the lesser-known corridors south of Fayetteville. And just when you think you’re in the clear\, the route links back up with the 400-mile course for a final push through the Mount Sequoyah trails\, ensuring this ride ends as tough as it started. \nTrail Systems Included: \n\nKessler Mountain\nLake Wedington\nLincoln Lake\nDevil’s Den\nLake Fort Smith\nMount Sequoyah\n\nWhat’s not included: Buffalo Headwaters\, Horseshoe Canyon\, and the BOC Ponca Downhill – but you’ll hardly miss them\, given the challenge level of what’s already packed in. \nThis is the perfect choice for strong riders who want a true bikepacking challenge but prefer a more contained route with more reliable resupply options and less remote exposure. \nFUC 100 – The Fast and Dirty\n~100 Miles | Moderate Difficulty | Big Day Out \nThe FUC 100 is the gateway to the Ultra Circuit – a still-tough but more accessible option that delivers a big day of backcountry riding\, ideal for riders short on time or looking for a gravel-bike friendly adventure with fewer technical demands. \nThe route borrows much of its DNA from the 200-mile course\, sticking to scenic backroads\, rolling gravel\, and punchy climbs. It avoids the most remote and rugged trail systems\, skips Lake Fort Smith\, and bypasses nearly all of the technical singletrack\, making it more approachable for those running lighter rigs or hoping to finish in one day. \nWhat to expect: \n\nSteady gravel climbs and fast descents\nSmooth backroads with Ozark charm\nMinimal hike-a-bike\nBeautiful views and tight-knit community vibes\n\nThis is a great route for experienced gravel riders dipping their toes into bikepacking\, or anyone looking to test their legs and gear on a serious but achievable adventure. \nAll Routes Are:\n\nSelf-Supported – You are responsible for all logistics.\nGPS-Navigated – No markings\, no shortcuts.\nUnrelentingly Beautiful – And sometimes just plain unrelenting.\n\nChoose your adventure – but remember: no version of the FUC is easy. Only one question remains: How much FUC can you handle? \nRecommended Bike Setup:\nDue to the wide variety of riding surfaces on the Fayetteville Ultra Circuit – including smooth pavement\, chunky gravel\, unmaintained roads\, and technical singletrack – we strongly recommend a mountain bike with at least 2.2” tires for most participants\, especially those tackling the 200 or 400 mile routes. A hardtail MTB or rigid setup will offer the best balance of efficiency and capability. \nFor riders choosing the 100 mile option\, a gravel bike with 40mm tires can get the job done\, but be prepared for a few sections that may require dismounting and hike-a-bike. A more forgiving 50mm tire is highly recommended for added comfort and control on rougher segments. Regardless of your setup\, durable tires with good sidewall protection and a reliable tubeless system are key. \nOther Notes:\nCheck In:\nParticipants will check in and receive their pre race bag in downtown Fayetteville during the Ride Your Damn Bike Festival expo on Friday 9/19/2025. Specific location will be provided soon. \nStart Time:\nAll three distance options will start at 8am on Saturday 9/20/2025. \nTracking Fee:\nParticipants will be responsible for an additional tracking fee charged by Trackleaders. All riders will need to either provide their own satellite tracking device or rent one. Tracker rental fee – $85. Tracking fee/own device – $25. More details will be provided via participant emails. \nLinks to Routes:\nFUC 400 – The Full Circuit \nFUC 200 – The Punchy Middle Child \nFUC 100 – The Fast and Dirty
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/fayetteville-ultra-circuit/
LOCATION:Dickson Street\, 542 W Dickson St\, Fayetteville\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cycling (Road & Mountain)
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SUMMARY:CR 5k
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Recovery 5k / 1 Mile Fun Walk. \nLife can be hard\, but you don’t have to do it alone! Everyone has struggles that keep us from living the life that God intended. Celebrate Recovery is a Christ-centered ministry for anyone struggling with life’s hurts\, habits\, and hang ups. We grow and learn together while celebrating our victories along the journey. Visit our website www.fellowshipcr.org to learn more! \nWe consider each other family around here! Whether you’ve been coming to Celebrate Recovery for years or have never heard of it\, we would love for you to come join us for a fun-filled morning of running\, walking\, and fellowship! Both events will start and finish at JB Hunt Park. The 5k will be professionally timed. The route will take place on paved park trails\, circling scenic Lake Springdale\, then returning to the park for the finish with music\, smiles\, high fives\, and hugs! The 1 Mile Fun Walk will be untimed. It is a flat walk on the inner loop of the paved park trail circling the disc golf course with the same finish line experience. \nFunds raised will benefit Fellowship Bible Church Celebrate Recovery Ministry.
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/cr-5k/
LOCATION:JB Hunt Park\, 2003 Fleming\, Springdale\, 72762\, United States
CATEGORIES:Running (Trail & Road)
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