Hogeye Marathon & Relays
2024-04-20 - 2024-04-21 | Downtown Springdale, 106 W Emma Ave,, Springdale, AR, 72764, United States
48th Annual Hogeye Marathon & Relays, Presented by Tyson Foods in Springdale, Arkansas- Non-Profit Event Over $42K raised for local charities in 2023!
26.2 miles of beautiful rolling course, mostly streets with some paved trail sections. Run by city parks, and through the minor league baseball park before finishing on the Razorback Greenway and in Downtown Springdale. The Half Marathon is also the state’s longest continuously-running half, just like the marathon. You will be able to take in parts of Lake Fayetteville before returning to the Downtown Springdale finish. The 4-Person Marathon Relay uses the same marathon course so you’ll be able to get a smaller taste of the fabulous southern hospitality the Hogeye Marathon has become known for. And, run the marathon or half as the first relay runner. Get your work crew or your running buddies together to compete. All events, including the 10K & 5K (register on another site) on Sunday FUNDay are part of the Hogeye Team Challenge & benefit Northwest Arkansas charitable causes-see website for info. You can also register for the 5K or 10K at https://app.regwiz.io/register/hogeyemarathon/1017

Ragnar Trail Arkansas
2024-04-19 - 2024-04-20 | Centennial Park, S Centennial Park Ln, Fayetteville, AR, 72704, United States
NEW RACE ALERT! Ragnar Trail Arkansas is BRAND NEW this year and is happening on April 19-20, 2024!
The venue, Centennial Park, is located just 10 minutes from the heart of vibrant and charming downtown Fayetteville.
Teams of 8 (or 4) will set out to conquer three incredibly unique, clean single-track trails. You’ll run up and around the rollercoaster of world class mountain biking trails at Centennial Park. Runners will also flow through the lush forest of Kessler Mountain, surrounded by granite slabs, vibrant moss, and breathtaking views of the Ozarks.
When you’re not out there cruising through the course, you’ll kick it with your team as you camp under billions of stars at Ragnar Village. Rest your legs next to the campfire, chow down on s’mores, and relax with your team. Come early for a bonus day of camping, campfires, and fun!

Gym-to-Crag
2024-04-17 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Boulders & Brews, 612 W Dickson St, Fayetteville, AR, 72701, United States
These will be one-hour discussions at local gyms to help the transition to the outdoors easier for those new to outdoor climbing. Topics will include seasons, areas in AR, camping, tips per climbing discipline, crag etiquette, ethics, and more! Come join us for a fun discussion with an ARCC board member, whether you have been climbing outside a few times or never climbed outside at all!

Look out for details about classes at your local gym coming out closer to their scheduled date. The classes are FREE to attend, but gym rates and rules still apply. Looking forward to seeing you there!

photo by @richdard on Dusk til Dawn, by @jdborg.rocks

Natural State Criterium Series
2024-04-17 16:30 - 20:00 | Walter Turnbow Park at Shiloh Square, 106 West Emma Avenue, Springdale, 72764, United States
Course

Start/Finish is located on Emma Street in the heart of Downtown Springdale. A classic criterium course which has 8 turns for a total distance of 0.9 miles.
Strava Link – https://www.strava.com/routes/2806559545765160600
Race Details

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.
Lap Primes…product and gift certificates

C Race:

5:35 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.
Lap Primes…product and gift certificates

Fat Tire Fun Race:

6:10 pm start
2 laps
A one-day or annual USA Cycling is required to participate in this race, but entry fee includes a one-day license.

B Race:

6:30 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 ($200/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.

A Race:

7:15 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 ($1,000/nite) along with product and gift certificates
Purse – Cash ($110/$90/$75/$50/$25) to top 5 Males and top 5 Females. Podiums immediately following the race.

Rules and Regulations:

All 2024 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:

Series Awards and Cash ($1,000):

Women Only Race – Awards to the top 3 Female overall finishers
C Race – Awards to the top 3 Male and 3 Female overall finishers
B Race – Awards and Cash ($75/$50/$25) to the top 3 Male and 3 Female overall finishers
A Race – Awards and Cash ($110/$90/$75/$50/$25) to the top 5 Males and 5 Females overall finishers

Primes:

$4,000 cash to be distributed over the 3 race series!

Awards and Podiums

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

Hometown Half Marathon, 5K/10K
2024-04-15 08:00 - 17:00 | River Front Park, 120 Riverfront Park Drive, North Little Rock, 72114, United States
The annual Hometown Half Marathon & 5k/10k! A run local-themed event that is perfect for the whole family.
The fun includes great swag (designer shirt, custom medal), chip-timing, live results and awards, pacers for half marathon free photos, a kids’ dash, great post-race food, and plenty of fun! Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one!
Can’t make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag!
*Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $15!

Half Marathon Registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and a SIX INCH awesome finisher medal!

10k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome FOUR INCH finisher medal!

5k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome FOUR INCH finisher medal!

The kid’s dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and kid’s dash pin! (If your child wants to run the kid’s dash, and doesn’t want the SWAG, they are welcome to run with us on race day for free!)

*Register by Sunday at midnight the weekend BEFORE the race to be guaranteed a shirt

NWA Spring Classic Road Race
2024-04-14 08:00 - 16:00 | Prairie Grove Elementary School, 801 Viney Grove Rd, Prairie Grove, AR, 72753, United States
REGISTER: http://www.bikereg.com/nwa-spring-classic-road-race
Entry Fees:

Men & Women 1, 2, 3 – $60 to 2/21, $65 to 4/4, $70 until raceday
Men 3 & 4, Men/Women Mas $55 to 2/21, $60 to 4/4, $65 until race day.
Men 5 & Women 4, 5 – $50 to 2/21, $55 to 4/4, $60 until race day.
Juniors – $35 to 4/4. $45 until race day.
On-Line registration will close at 5 pm on 4/13. You may register on-site the day of event for an additional fee of $10.

Active Chip Timing:
Race scoring requires the use of a RACE RESULT active timing transponder. If you do not own one you must rent a unit for $10 per day of racing OR you can purchase ($75, five year warranty) one with race registration and it will be available for pickup at the race.
PLEASE NOTE: all junior-age riders (18 years of age or younger) are required to have junior gearing. See this link for more information.
NWA Spring Classic Categories:

Men Cat 1, 2
Men Cat 3
Men Cat 4
Men Cat 5
Men Master 40+/50+/60+
Junior Men 11-14
Junior Men 15-18
Women Cat 1, 2, 3
Women 3, 4
Women Cat 4, 5
Master Women 40+
Junior Women 11-14
Junior Women 15-18

Pre-registration is available on-line at www.bikereg.com. Race-day registration and packet pickup is from 6:30am until 1 hour before category race start…no exceptions. Entry fees include a $5.99 per day USAC insurance surcharge. Valid and current USA Cycling license must be presented at registration or one-day USA Cycling license must be purchased. The cost of the one-day license can be applied later to the annual adult license which is $110 or the junior annual which is $40. Beginner one-day licenses are $15 and experienced one-day licenses are $35.
*Men Category 5 fields are limited to 60 riders. If more than 60 Category 5 riders register, then two groups will be established and separated by age. Typical divisions are divided into 39 and under; 40+ .
Master Men – All riders are competing for the overall purse with bonus awards for 50+ and 60+ riders
Registration Questions:
Contact registration@allsportsproductionsinc.com
Event Cancellation / Refund / Weather Policy:
If Natural Disaster, Extreme Weather or Community Disaster occurs, our action steps are as follows:

Race organizers in coordination with both local emergency personnel and race officials will make decisions based on safety first.
Courses and/or race segments may be altered as agreed to between race organizers and officials
Financial: It is not financially feasible for race organizers to accept the risk of a disaster for everyone. Each registered participant needs to accept the risk of his or her entry fee. There will be NO REFUNDS or free entries to future races.
Race organizers do not save any money if our event has to be canceled for reasons beyond our control. All supplies and services needed for the events are purchased and/or arranged in advance. All event supplies and services associated with that event must be paid for, regardless of the outcome.

Rules and Regulations:

All 2024 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: 2024-8543

Annual OAS Family Run
2024-04-14 08:00 - 12:00 | Ozark Adventist School, 21150 Dawn Hill East Rd, Gentry, 72734, United States
8th Annual OAS Family Fun Run!
Family Fun Run April 14, at 8 AM for the Ozark Adventist School. The race will be a 1 Mile Fun Run and a 5K. Proceeds will go to Building improvements. A free breakfast will be provided post-race!
Start and finish
Ozark Adventist School
21150 Dawn Hill E. Rd.
Gentry, AR. 72734

Rock Madness
2024-04-13 18:00 - 21:00 | Little Rock Climbing Center, 12120 Colonel Glenn Rd #7000, Little Rock, 72210, United States
Climbers will have 3 hours to climbing up to 20 routes. Each route will have 4 zones and a Top for points. extra point will be giving for leading. Entry fee $35 t-shirt included.

Little Rock, Arkansas

Hazel Valley Rally
2024-04-13 10:00 - 17:00 | Hazel Valley Ranch, 16330 Olive Rd, Fayetteville, AR, 72701, United States
NEW for 2024: Camping at the ranch.
All proceeds for camping will be given to the ranch owners as our thank you for allowing all of us to enjoy their private property. Camping fee is for Friday and Saturday nights (no different if you only spend one of those nights.). Primitive camping only. Grass field. Parking on one side, tents on the other. Port-o-potties will be available but no running water or showers, but guaranteed community and good times. Sorry, no available areas for RVs. Park your cars/vans at your own risk. Grass field parking only. If it’s rainy it will get muddy.
April 13th, 2024 we’ll gather together at Hazel Valley Ranch in Fayetteville and head out for some beautiful miles on NWA gravel. Expect routes of 45 and 64 miles in the Ozark National Forest. Afterwards we’ll convene back together at the ranch for Bike Rack Brewery beer, food with stories shared by the fire.
*If you’re camping Friday and Saturday nights its BYO food and drink. Bring a picnic blanket and anything you need to complete your weekend at the ranch.
This will be a timed event. Podiums at the after party!
Two routes to choose from: 63.3 miles + 7,566 ft of elevation gain AND
44.52 miles + 4,285 ft of elevation gain
Please note: The courses will NOT be marked. The routes will be sent the week of the race. You MUST have a GPS computer or directions written down to navigate.
Aid Stations: The Meteor Cafe and OZ Cycling Tours will head up aid stations on course. A SAG vehicle will be available however use as your last resort as its a very slow response time due to the course and location of the event.
No refunds but you can transfer or change your category by APRIL 1st, 2024. In the event that the Hazel Valley Rally 2024 cannot occur due to unforeseen circumstances you can defer to 2024 or receive a 50% refund.
You can change your category or transfer your registration to a friend by following these BikeReg directions:
How to Transfer your Registration to Someone Else
How To Change The Category You Registered For
How to Remove yourself from a Waitlist
Every registration enters you into a drawing to win a Kuat Transfer v2 2bike rack. Kuat will ship the winner the rack before race day to help you get to the race. Thanks Kuat! (Drawing will be March 13th.)
For information on the best places to stay, eat and explore near Hazel Valley Ranch, head to www.experiencefayetteville.com for all the info.

Adventure Ozark 8 Hour Race 2024
2024-04-13 09:00 - 17:00 | Bentonville, 100 N Main St, Bentonville, AR, United States
Eight hours of epic biking, trekking and paddling through some of the most gorgeous scenery in Northwest Arkansas. The Ozarks is becoming one of the premier outdoor recreation locations in the country and this race showcases why with rolling mountains, awe-inspiring lakes, incredible vistas and pristine trail systems.
This 8 hour (Lite version) race is the perfect introductory event into the sport of Adventure Racing. Maps will be pre-plotted and navigation will be accessible for all experience levels. The race will include biking (both single track and gravel), trekking and paddling around the NWA area. Come ready to adventure and be inspired by the beauty of the Ozarks!

Equality Now 5k, Fun Run and Health Fair
2024-04-13 09:00 - 13:00 | Veterans Memorial Park, 4451 N Vantage Dr, Fayetteville, 72703, United States
This event is to raise awareness about the health and well-being of BIPOC members of our community and to support educational scholarships. While health inequities for the BIPOC community is not new, the pandemic has shone a light on the need for change. We hope to bring together the BIPOC community and its allies to garner awareness of health inequities through community building, exercise, and information on healthy living. Entry fee is a suggested $25 donation.

Hoof it For Heifer
2024-04-13 08:00 - 15:00 | Petit Jean State Park – Petit Jean Mountain Road & Red Bluff Drive, Petit Jean Mountain Road & Red Bluff Drive, Morrilton, AR, 72110, United States
Description
Hoof it For Heifer is a 20k trail run on the Boy Scouts of America Trail in Petit Jean State Park near Morrilton, AR. On this trail, you will pass through many of the diverse plant and animal habitats on Petit Jean Mountain – from the lush vegetation of Cedar Creek Canyon to the desert-like conditions of Seven Hollows. All are represented on this trail. The trail is technical and beautiful.
This is the 11th edition of Hoof it for Heifer, and this race has raised more than $60,000 for Heifer to date. All of the net proceeds from Hoof it for Heifer are given to Heifer International. Heifer International’s mission is to end world hunger while saving the earth. Heifer has worked in 125 different countries. For more information about Heifer International go to: www.heifer.org.
If you would like to volunteer to help us host this event, or if you are bringing a loved one that would like to help, please register to volunteer. There will be 2 aid stations, 2 road crossings, and a start/finish area that will all need volunteers.
Check in will be from 6AM to 7:45AM before the race.
Register now! This race has sold out for the last few years, and the price increases are designed to encourage you to sign up soon. The capacity is 215 runners.
Course Description
This course is on extremely technical terrain, and there are about 2000 vertical feet of gain. Although your watch may log a little less than 12 miles in the race, it will feel more like 16 miles. The first ¾ of a mile are on relatively flat and open terrain. This will allow runners to space themselves out before hopping on the single track. The first aid station comes at the 4.8 mile mark after a 300 foot climb out of the Blue Hole crossing. The second at station comes at the 9.3 mile mark after you complete the 7 Hollows Trail. You will cross a bridge 0.5 miles from the finish line. This is the time to turn on your afterburners and have a strong finish! You will finish at the same place you started.
The trails are mostly single track, and passing runners may be hazardous. Please be courteous to one another and offer to let others by as they come up behind you. Also announce yourself as you approach hikers or other runners to let them know your there with a friendly “on your left” or “good morning”. We are all just out here to have fun and enjoy one another’s company!
Aid Stations
This is a cupless event! Remember Heifer’s mission is to end hunger while saving the earth. We plan to demonstrate this on a much smaller scale by providing you with much needed nutrition and eliminating excess waste. Please plan to bring your own collapsible cup or water bottle to fill at the aid stations. Aid stations will be at the 4.8 mile mark, the 9.3 mile mark, and at the finish (~12 miles).
Finish Line
As in previous editions of Hoof it for Heifer, you will receive a finisher medal as you cross the finish line, and we will have refreshments and food to help you recover. We recognize the top 3 overall male, top 3 overall female, top master (40+) male, top master female, top senior (60+) male, and top senior female.
Cancellation / Refund
If you registered but find out that you cannot run, please let us know so that we can make your spot available for someone else. If you cancel before March 15, you may receive a 50% refund, or you may choose to defer to next year for a 75% credit towards next year’s race.
We are also allowing bib transfers through Ultrasignup this year. Ultrasignup provides you a link to edit your registration. There you can choose to transfer your bib to someone else by providing their name & email. The deadline for this is Tuesday before race day.
Sponsors Welcome!
If your business would like to sponsor Hoof it for Heifer this year, please reach out to the race directors by clicking the “ask a question” button on the right side of the page. The tiers for sponsorship follow:
$150 – Heifer Level Sponsor
$500 – The Ark Level Sponsor
$1500 – Presenting Sponsor
Thank You Wanda!
Wanda Eason started this race and directed Hoof it for Heifer from its inception in 2012 through 2021. Her core group of volunteers poured their lives into making this a truly meaningful event. Despite passing the race directing responsibilities on, she still comes back to volunteer at the finish line! Your new co race directors starting in 2022 are Carrie Satterfield and Shane Poland.

Ouachita Trail 50
2024-04-13 06:00 - 17:00 | Maumelle Park Pavilion #8, 9009 Pinnacle Valley Road, Little Rock, AR, 72223, United States
The OT50 was started by a group of early Arkansas ultra runners who came together, drew from their various ultra race experiences, and committed to putting on a quality fifty miler in Arkansas. As the oldest enduring Arkansas Ultra Running Association event, that intent lives on. The 50 mile and 50 km runs feature a picturesque climb over Pinnacle Mountain followed by an out-and-back traversing the rolling hills along the north shore of beautiful Lake Maumelle. Get ready for scenic, rocky, single-track as you tour Pinnacle Mountain State Park and the eastern part of the 222 mile Ouachita National Recreation Trail.
Proceeds benefit Pinnacle Mountain State Park and the Central Arkansas Trails Alliance.

Ozark Society Day Hike - Ozark Highlands Trail west of Haw Creek Falls
2024-04-13 | Ozark Highlands Trail
April 13 – C.R.57 to C.R.58 (Cedar Creek) – Ozark Highlands Trail – 4 miles – moderate. It’s going to be tough to top the eclipse on the Monday before, but when it comes to raw natural beauty, this hike has a lot. We will carpool from Morgan McDonald’s at 7:30 or you can meet us at Haw Creek Falls at 9:30. You’ll see cliffs, waterfalls and early wildflowers. Bring a lunch, water and water shoes in case the creek is up.

Expedition Ozark 2024
2024-04-07 - 2024-04-13 | Bentonville, 100 N Main St, Bentonville, AR, United States
Expedition Ozark will be a true test of endurance, teamwork and mental toughness. Teams (2-4 members) will have 5 days to complete a course covering the Northwest Arkansas region of the Ozarks.
The Ozarks is becoming one of the premier outdoor recreation locations in the country and this race showcases why. Rolling mountains, awe-inspiring rivers, incredible vistas and unforgiving terrain attract adventure seekers of all kinds and are the perfect setting for a multi-day adventure race.
The inaugural 2023 course showcased the region’s best rivers, lakes, hiking trails and of course the world renowned single track biking trails. The 2024 version will highlight many of the same qualities by going even further into the Ozarks backyard! Gravel and forest roads will connect National Forests and State Parks to quaint Ozark communities.
This course will test even the best racers with challenging navigation, steep ascents and unpredictable Spring weather. Racers will find their limits physically and mentally, and will be inspired by the powerful vistas, 300’ bluffs and the life in the Ozark waterways in springtime.
