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Kessler Mountain Jam
2024-09-22 08:00 - 13:30 (America/Chicago) | Kessler Mountain Park, 2600 Wc 200, Fayetteville, AR, 72701, United States
Kessler Mountain Jam is an AMBCS (Arkansas Mountain Bike Championship Series) mountain bike race contested on the trails of Kessler Mountain in south Fayetteville, AR. This is a USA Cycling sanctioned race and there are categories for all ages and levels. See following link for license requirements for each level of racer – https://www.kesslermountainjam.com/Race/KesslerMountainJam/Page-3.
Chip timing, event t-shirt, post-race food and beverage (adult and youth), and awards are part of this great day of racing.
Bring a cowbell and let’s have a great day of exciting racing!

Healthy Kids Running Series Fall 2024
2024-09-22 14:00 - 16:00, 2024-09-29 14:00 - 16:00 | Kinyon Sports Complex, 1550 Gamble Road, Centerton, 72719, United States
Who We Are: Healthy Kids Running Series is a five (5) week running program in the spring and fall for kids Pre-K through 8th grade. Each HKRS Series takes place once a week and offers age-appropriate running events including the 50 & 75 yard dashes, the 1/4 mile, the 1/2 mile and the 1 mile run. Kids will earn points for each race they complete based on their finish.
Pricing: The registration fee covers the entire five (5) weeks of the Series which includes race bibs for each week, a runner shirt, a finisher medal and any sponsor giveaways. Registration is non-refundable and non-transferable. Online Early Bird registration increases three weeks prior to the first race event.
Challenger: This Series offers a Challenger Division which is an adaptive 75 yard race for children with disabilities and/or special needs. This allows for parents, siblings, and friends to be on the course with runners to provide support as well as bringing their own supportive devices such as crutches, braces, wheelchairs, etc. to be used by runners.
Makeup Date Information: 10/20/2024
Single Day Racing: Single day race registration opens one hour prior to the start of each race. The registration fee covers one single race to be run on the day of registration, race bib, and a runner shirt while supplies last. Shirt sizing and availability is not guaranteed for single day racers. ALL single day registrations should be completed onsite at the race location. Single day racers will have the option to upgrade to the full series (see tab at the top of the page for instructions). There is a strict no-refund and no-transfer policy.
Awards: All participants receive a medal on Week 5! Trophies will be awarded to the overall top finishers in each of the divisions listed below (broken out by boys and girls respectively):
Pre-K 50 Yard Dash
Pre-K 75 Yard Dash
Kindergarten & 1st Grade
2nd & 3rd Grade
4th & 5th Grade
6th to 8th Grade
Challenger
Share your running photos with our community! Find us on Facebook @HealthyKidsRunning or Instagram @healthykidsrs!
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24 Hours of Horseshoe Hell
2024-09-25 - 2024-09-29 | Horseshoe Canyon Ranch, HC 70, 261, Jasper, AR, 72641, United States
24 Hours of Horseshoe Hell is an endurance rock climbing competition and festival, held annually on the last full weekend of September, within the steep sandstone cliff walls of Horseshoe Canyon Ranch, Jasper, AR. Teams of two have the opportunity to choose between a 12 hour and 24 hour event, or the Devil’s Disco bouldering comp, and the festival lasts five days with food, camping, music, swag, games, competition, parties, and most of all fellowship. Join our beautiful community, and pack your costume!

Chile Pepper Cross Country Festival
2024-09-27 - 2024-09-28 | University of Arkansas Experimental Farm, 1371 W Altheimer Dr., Fayetteville, 72704, United States
Chile Pepper Mission Statement
We inspire and support Northwest Arkansas youth cross country teams, promoting the benefit of exercise, healthy lifestyle, teamwork and lifelong sport.

Race Proceeds Distributed to Northwest Arkansas High School Cross Country Programs
Race proceeds are given to public high school cross country programs in the four counties of Northwest Arkansas (Benton, Washington, Carroll and Madison). Recently, over 25 different schools have received funding. Our mission is to get kids running and over $1,000,000 has been given to date. $66,500 was distributed in 2023.
Meet Dates: Friday, September 27th and Saturday, September 28th, 2024

We are guests of the University of Arkansas Experimental Farm and these are strict rules.
NO PETS on grounds!
NO DRONES!

Parking for Saturday High School Teams is adjacent to the Washington Country Fairgrounds as directed by race officials. Buses may drop off students at Agri Park off Garland Avenue.
Pedestrian access for Race Staff, Credentialed Volunteers, and VIP 10K participants allowed thru Quality Lane gate or as directed by officials.
Chile Pepper T-shirts and other event merchandise will be available for purchase.

Scoring and Timing
Each runner will be required to wear a shoe chip which will be tied to his or her shoelace with supplied bread ties. At the conclusion of each race, the chips will be collected. Each participant or Coach, in the case of Teams, is responsible for returning the chip to the finish line area or registration tent if not participating. Please turn in the chips you don’t use or you or the school may be charged.

Grit MTB Festival 2024
2024-09-27 - 2024-09-29 | Centennial Park, S Centennial Park Ln, Fayetteville, AR, 72704, United States
What?
Grit Fest is a 3-day grassroots, community-building event designed to bring trans men and women, cis women, and non-binary folks together around the sport of mountain biking, regardless of skill or ability!
When?
September 27 – 29, 2024
Where?
Centennial Park in Fayetteville, Arkansas
What’s Included?
•Camping
•7 meals
•Workshops, group rides, yoga, gear exchange
*an amazing keynote
•FREE beer and NA bevvy’s
•Swag upon arrival & lots of opportunities to win prizes
•Snacks and bubbly water galore!
See you there?!

Arkansas Canoe Club Rendezvous
2024-09-27 - 2024-09-29 | ORBI Rentals, 2115 Tanner St, Malvern, AR, United States
This weekend long event is held every fall, organized and executed by volunteer efforts of Arkansas Canoe Club members for the greater Arkansas boating community. We invite you to participate in any part of a weekend of fun and learning. You do not have to be a member to participate, though who wouldn’t want to join this group of diverse and kooky band of champions of recreation, conservation and education of the paddling sports in Arkansas?

Arkansas Enduro Series | Round 2 | EUREKA ENDURO
2024-09-27 08:00 - 2024-09-29 17:00 | Lake Leatherwood, 14582 US-62, Eureka Springs, 72632, United States
An annual stop on the Arkansas Enduro Series, the Eureka Enduro is a rowdy weekend of racing through the “The Little Switzerland of the Ozarks” and the Victorian-style resort town of Eureka Springs. The community is home to some of the best mountain biking in Arkansas including the Lake Leatherwood Gravity Park and the largest gravity park in the state. Additionally, Eureka Springs offers a huge variety of trails with breathtaking Ozark Mountain views including the Great Passion Play and Marble Flats – where professionally developed singletrack leads to natural sandstone formations eloquently incorporated into the trails design.
Registration opens Saturday, June 15th at 8am with participation based on a first-come, first-served basis. To create a rewarding enduro race experience, organizers reserve the right to limit overall event participation. Each participant entry includes:
Two-day competition with up to 14 stages and 30-35 total miles of rider-designed racing with dedicated pre-race practice times the day before the race.
Sufficiently marked courses with maps emailed to participants the week of the event.
Lively mid-race aid stations with access to professional neutral mechanics and medical support.
Professional event timing with accuracy to the 1000th of a second and instant results.
Complimentary post-race meal and cold beverages (21+ for adult beverages, ID required) in a family-friendly festival setting.

Arkansas NICA Race 2 - Mid Season Classic
2024-09-28 - 2024-09-29 | The Meadows Office Park, 355 Ledgelawn Dr,, Conway, AR, 72034, United States
One of the great things about a NICA League, which separates us from other youth cycling development programs, is we produce our own youth-specific events. This means we pick out race venues and work directly with landowners and managers to produce the highest quality youth development racecourses and events. The student-athletes get a stage of their own, away from adult competitions, and we strive for safety and fun above all other factors.
The Arkansas League will produce a total of 7 events in 2024. On our Time Trial weekend we will have a special Race Clinic Event on that Saturday aimed at getting more girls on bikes in addition to allowing newer riders have a practice race, attend a race clinic and do their first mass start. Followed by a Prelude Time Trial and 4 races in the fall. New for 2024 we have 2 Regions. Plains (Central, South and NE Arkansas) and Plateaus (NWA and OK generally). The competitive racing will consist of 2 regional events, and 2 All league Events. We will crown regional champions at the end of Race 3 based of total points and also have a true “winner take all” State Championship Event at Race 4. Athletes must have attended atleast 2 prior races to be eligible to win the State Championship.

18th Annual Run with the Knights 5K
2024-09-28 07:00 - 09:30 | King Elementary, 411 N. 20th Street, Van Buren, 72956, United States
Just in time for fall running season, Run with the Knights 5k is back! We are super excited to return with our annual 5k to help support taking our students go to 5th grade camp. The USATF certified course will take you through Historic Downtown Van Buren. Each participant will receive a T-shirt and packet with goodies (t-shirts guaranteed for the first 50 registrations). Medals will be presented to the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place in age divisions and overall. Please join us to help Run with with Knights come back strong! Notice the time has changed.

Ozark Memories Day 5k
2024-09-28 07:00 - 09:30 | 75 Pine Hill Rd, 75 Pine Hill Rd, Dover, 72837, United States
3.1 miles Fun Fast Family Fun
1K kids fun run

Funnel Cake 5k
2024-09-28 08:00 - 09:30 | 101 W. Arch Ave, 101 W. Arch Ave, Searcy, 72143, United States
The Funnel Cake 5k is back as part of Searcy’s Get Down Downtown Festival on Saturday, September 28! This fast and flat 5k starts at 8:00 a.m. at the corner of Arch and Spring streets. The Funnel Cake 5k will be professionally chip timed! Runners and walkers of all ages and abilities are welcome to participate! All registered 5k participants will receive a voucher for a free funnel cake! Not ready for a 5K? No problem! Register for the Cotton Candy Classic 1-mile event and receive a voucher for a free cotton candy. There is also a virtual option for those who would like to participate but are unable to attend. Virtual runners receive a race shirt too!
The Funnel Cake 5K is only $30 if you register by August 31. From September 1- 27 registration is $35 per entry. Race day registration is available for $40 from 6:30-7:30 Saturday morning. The Cotton Candy Classic is only $20 by August 31 and $25 from September 1-27. Race day registration is available for $30 from 6:30-7:30 Saturday morning. Register by September 14 to guarantee your shirt size.
Special Thanks to our presenting sponsors, Brian Maddox State Farm, Main Street Searcy, and ARcare!
For more information about Get Down Downtown, follow the Main Street Searcy Facebook Page or go to https://getdowndowntown.com

12th Annual Paint the Town Pink
2024-09-28 08:00 - 10:00 | Downtown El Dorado, Elm & Jefferson, El Dorado, 71730, United States
To kick-off Breast Cancer Awareness month, #teamcorrie Cancer Foundation is hosting the 12th Annual Paint the Town Pink on Saturday, September 28, 2024, at 8:00 a.m. with a family friendly 5k Color Run/Walk through the beautiful downtown El Dorado. Our theme this year is Continuing the Fight!
Unfortunately this year due to conflicts with timers for the race, we will NOT be having a competitive 5K race.
This event is an opportunity for people of all ages to gather and show their support for #teamcorrie and all of those affected by this evil disease. All proceeds will be used by the #teamcorrie Cancer Foundation to continue their mission to help Union County cancer warriors by providing monetary grants to offset medical expenses incurred by their cancer treatments.

The Great 5k Pumpkin Run
2024-09-28 08:00 - 10:00 | 102 Front St. NW, 102 Front St. NW, Lonoke, 72086, United States
Join us in supporting children in need by registering for The Great 5K Pumpkin Run Event.
This event will take place at the Train Depot in Lonoke that offers a professionally chip-timed race and a 1 mile family fun run. The course takes runners, walkers and trotters on a USATF certified course winding its way throughout Lonoke neighborhoods that loops back to the Finish Line.
The cost for the in-person event is $25 per person if registering before 11:59 p.m. EST on August 15th, and price increases to $30 until (additional increase in fees for same-day registration) and $10 (same-day registration fees increase) for the 1M Family Trot. Proceeds from all events benefit foster children housed at Lonoke Open Arms.
Registration Fee includes chipped-bib and an event shirt.
1M Family Trotters will receive a shirt, pumpkin and a participation medal at the Finish Line.
We offer a Virtual Run option for those that cannot make it to the event.
Packet Pick Up:
Packet Pick Up and Registration : We are offering early packet pickup at Rock City Running in Little Rock on Thursday, September 26th, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. We will have packet pickup on Friday, 4-7pm at the Train Depot in Lonoke. We encourage you to pick up your packet early.You may pick up for others with a copy or picture of their photo ID. All other packets will be picked up by participants on Race Day between 6:30-7:45 am at the Packet Pick Up table by the Start Line.
*Race day registration will be available race day.
Race will be chip timed with the chip being attached to your bib. *Please wear the race bib front facing in the torso area.
Race Day Order of Events:
Packet Pick Up or Registration 6:30am – 7:45am
Please be at the Start Line by 7:45am
Pre-race announcements begin at 7:45am
JROTC Color Guard and National Anthem will be sung at 7:50am
5K Race will start at 8:00am
Awards Ceremony begins at 9:00am
1M Family Trot will start at 9:30am
Fall Fest will kick off after the Awards Ceremony.
Recovery snacks and drinks are at the Finish Line.
PLEASE NOTE: PortaPotties are located at the StartLine. Bathrooms inside the venue will be closed.
Parking:
Parking is available in and around the venue. Also at Lonoke First State Bank across the street at 101 S Center Street, Lonoke, AR 72086 and Lonoke High School at 405 W Academy St, Lonoke, AR 72086 a couple of blocks from the Start Line.
We thank you for your participation and support! All proceeds go directly to serving children in need.
We look forward to seeing you at the Start Line!

Big Dam Bridge 100
2024-09-28 08:00 - 17:00 | Riverfront Drive, 398 Riverfront Dr, North Little Rock, AR, 72114, United States
The Big Dam Bridge 100 began with a group of enthusiastic cyclists from central Arkansas who formed the Big Dam Bridge Foundation (BDBF). The BDBF is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit whose mission is to promote the use, support and preservation of the Big Dam Bridge for the advancement of health, fitness, cultural and recreational activities in Arkansas.
The Big Dam Bridge connects approximately 20 miles of scenic riverside trails in the cities of Little Rock and North Little Rock and assists in the connection of 70,000 acres of city, county, state and federal park land. More importantly, the Big Dam Bridge connects people by fostering a sense of community and provides a venue for community members to engage in community events. The Foundation has raised money for several projects through the Big Dam Bridge 100, including the Pitstop Pavilion, recently opened on the Little Rock side of the bridge.
Arkansas’ premier cycling event started in 2006 with the opening of the Big Dam Bridge. The Big Dam Bridge 100 used Burns Park as the Finish line area, but then moved to historic Argenta in North Little Rock to showcase more of central Arkansas. Slowly it has built into an international event, featuring timed rides, onsite photography, a 15-mile family ride, opportunities for fundraising, out-of-state clubs participating with the support of local, regional and national sponsors.
The Big Dam Bridge 100 is a place-builder. This ride promotes one of Arkansas most popular tourist attractions, has influenced the development of trails and other bridges and helps give central Arkansas a reputation as a cycling-friendly community. In addition, thousands of people visit the Little Rock / North Little Rock areas and enjoy our special brand of southern hospitality while experiencing 100+ miles of beautiful scenery and friendly people.

Evening Shade's Tour De Burt
2024-09-28 08:00 - 17:00 | Evening Shade, Evening Shade, 72532, United States
The Tour De Burt is a gravel cycling event that will be held at the Burt Reynolds Gymnasium in Evening Shade Arkansas. This event showcases the unique history of Burt Reynolds involvement in the small community where the 90’s TV show was loosely based. In partnership with the Evening Shade Fall Festival, this ride takes you through some of our favorite gravel roads in Sharp County and finishes with a small-town festival atmosphere. The 3 route distances range from 15 to 63 miles and will be revealed closer to event day.

NAMI Arkansas End the Stigma 5k Run/Walk
2024-09-28 08:30 - 11:30 | Veterans Memorial Park, 4451 N Vantage Dr, Fayetteville, 72703, United States
NAMI Arkansas is a private, non-profit organization whose mission is to help people living with mental illness, families, and the community. NAMI Arkansas operates a statewide organization providing and coordinating a network of local support groups providing support, education, and advocacy throughout the state.
The NAMI Arkansas 5K Run/ Walk to End the Stigma raises funds for NAMI Arkansas programs that support, educate, and advocate for those affected by mental illness. It also provides a place to celebrate and honor those living with mental health issues and remember those with a mental health condition who have passed on.
We are proud to offer participants 2 separate NAMI Walk/Run options this year.
1. Northwest Arkansas on September 28, 2024, @ Veterans Memorial Park, Fayetteville Arkansas
2. Central Arkansas on October 12, 2024, @ Burns Park Soccer Complex, North Little Rock Arkansas
Participants will have the option to choose the event that best fits their location needs. Of course, you can participate in both events.
To learn more about NAMI Arkansas, visit NAMIarkansas.org or call 1-501-661-1548 or 1-800-844-0381

National Public Lands Day - Rock Creek Trail
2024-09-28 09:00 - 11:30 | Rock Creek Trail, 200 North Bowman Road, Little Rock, 72211, United States
As a signature event of the National Environmental Education Foundation (NEEF), NPLD fosters a strong connection between people and the environment, educating and cultivating environmental stewards. Held on the fourth Saturday in September each year, NPLD is also a “Fee-Free Day” where entrance fees are waived at national parks and public lands. With support from federal and state agencies, corporate sponsors, and nonprofits, this event ensures resilient natural spaces for generations to come, encouraging volunteering and environmental engagement.
The theme for NPLD 2024 is “Together for Tomorrow.” From trail maintenance to tree planting, beach clean-ups to forest bathing, and more, volunteers of all ages and abilities will roll up their sleeves and join forces for a common goal—stewarding America’s natural resources for future generations to enjoy.

We are excited to announce that this year’s NPLD will be held at Rock Creek Trail and the surrounding streets beginning at 9 a.m. Rock Creek Trail was hit hard by the tornado and needs a lot of love.

Join us to cut back invasive species, clear out the trail and pick up litter.
Lunch will be served at 11:30 a.m. Please sign-up so we can have an accurate count for planning purposes.
Check in at the trailhead behind the strip mall.
Sign-up here: https://www.volunteermark.com/…/national-public-lands…

On Our Way 5k
2024-09-28 18:30 - 20:30 | 201 Legion Street, 201 Legion Street, Clarksville, 72830, United States
On Our Way to Ending Sexual Violence 5K Glow Run/Walk
Sponsored by Ozark Rape Crisis Center
Saturday, September 28th, 2024
Details:
· Check-in/Registration: 5:30 – 6:15 p.m.
· Start Time: 6:30 p.m.
· All ages welcome
Entry fees:
· Early Registration: $20 Adults / $10 Children on/before – September 13th
· $25 for Adults and $15 for Children after September 13th
· Registration forms may be picked up at Ozark Rape Crisis Center or request on-line at ORCC.Advocate@gmail.com
For more information or to register contact Kesha Boen, Ozark Rape Crisis Center at: (479) 754-6869, or ORCC.Advocate@gmail.com.
If mailing registration form and payment, please send to: Ozark Rape Crisis Center 307 East Main, Suite A Clarksville, AR 72830
Proceeds will benefit Ozark Rape Crisis Center

OZ Mile Swim
2024-09-29 08:00 - 12:00 | Beaver Lake Dam Site Park, 348 Damsite River Rd, Eureka Springs, 72631, United States
OZ Mile Swim is for ALL swimmers! Elite, experienced, novice, beginner – ALL!
The 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!
Bonnie 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.
We want to build community around swimming.

Mountainfilm on Tour
2024-10-03 19:00 - 21:30 | Ron Robinson Theater, 100 River Market Avenue, Little Rock, 72201, United States
Mountainfilm on Tour brings a selection of culturally rich, adventure-packed, and incredibly inspiring documentary films curated from the Mountainfilm festival held every Memorial Day weekend in Telluride, Colorado.
Ozark Outdoor Supply is bringing the tour to Little Rock’s Ron Robinson Theater with films that explore the themes connected to Mountainfilm’s mission: using the power of film, art and ideas to inspire audiences to create a better world.
The event kicks off at 5:30 pm with complimentary beverages including beer and wine (concession stands will also be open).Theater doors open at 6:45 pm.
A portion of all ticket sales will go to the Buffalo River Foundation.

Sponsored by: The Nicholson Agency

Arkansas NICA Race 3 - Plains Region
2024-10-05 - 2024-10-06 | Cedar Glades Park, 461 Wildcat Rd, Hot Springs, AR, 71913, United States

Arkansas NICA Race 3 - Plateau Region
2024-10-05 - 2024-10-06 | Springhill, 1700 Lock and Dam Road, Barling, AR, 72923, United States

Arkansas Traveller 100
2024-10-05 - 2024-10-06 | AR
The Arkansas Traveller is one of the oldest 100 miles races there is, already having 32 runnings under our belt(buckle). What makes the AT100 so unique among the many ultras today is the combination of volunteer support from many in the running community and beyond, the beautiful scenery of the Ouachita Trail and Forest Service roads, and the sneaky-hard runnable hills that will challenge you from beginning to end. This race is considered by many to be a great first 100 for anyone looking to test themselves at the premier ultra distance. But, every year we are filled with past Traveller finishers that come back again and again to this incredible race.
Come, join us for “Good Time Running.” We look forward to cheering you on toward the finish this October for the 33rd running of the Arkansas Traveller 100.

Arkansas High Country Race
2024-10-05 - 2024-10-14 | Jackalope Cycling, 112 N Commerce Ave, Russellville, AR, 72801, United States
The Arkansas High Country Race has moved to Russellville for 2024 and 2025. Updates via social media and our website at https://www.arkansashighcountry.com/ will be the best places to find out more until we start sending out emails to registered participants closer to October.
Trackleaders is our official tracking service. We will email information to the racers when the tracking registration is open. About $22 if you have your own tracker. About $75 if you rent their tracker.

Pedal the Ridge
2024-10-05 07:00 - 16:00 | Centennial Station Park, 110 S. Pruett Street, Paragould, 72450, United States
Pedal the Ridge will feature a 66 Mile, 42 Mile and 23 Mile option. This will be a gravel ride with 3 stops along the 42 Mile route and 1 stop along the 23 Mile route. All bike rides registration fees are $20 and will include a Pedal the Ridge T-Shirt if registered by Sep 20th.
Pedal the Ridge Race Route Link –
42 Mile Route – https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42267990
23 Mile Route – https://ridewithgps.com/trips/133403939
66 Mile Route coming soon!

SARH MUSICFEST 5K & 10K
2024-10-05 07:30 - 11:00 | Downtown El Dorado, Elm & Jefferson, El Dorado, 71730, United States
Come run and/or walk the beautiful streets of downtown El Dorado, Arkansas and surrounding areas for this challenging, but fun 5K/10K! Join us for the 6th annual MusicFest 5K/10K. We are hoping for rain-free conditions and even a bigger turnout than 2023! Late registration will be 7-7:30am on Oct 5. Race will begin at 7:35 a.m. Awards ceremony will be at the Finish line at 214 N Washington close to 9:30am or when all contestants return. Awards will be given for the age groups found below. Water and snacks will be at the finish line for all participants. Race will be chip timed. Shirts are available with early registration! Come on out and enjoy a great run! Route is still pending upon local police sign off. Race Day Registration will be $40 CASH ONLY and T-Shirts will not be guaranteed. COURSE WILL NOT BE A CLOSED COURSE. Runners will be expected to follow the rules of the road!
LAST DAY TO REGISTER WITH A GUARANTEE T-SHIRT 9/25/2024
Overall Male and Female
1st, 2nd, and 3rd for the Categories: (12 & Under), (13 – 19), (20 – 29), (30 – 39), (40 – 49), (50 – 59), (60+)

Pedals for Compassion - Gravel Grinder
2024-10-05 07:30 - 15:00 | Columbia County Fairgrounds, 200 Columbia Road, Magnolia, AR, 71753, United States
What better way to kick out Domestic Violence awareness month of October than a charity gravel ride for our local domestic violence shelter Compassion’s Foundation!
Come join us in the SW Arkansas region as we move our charity event off of the pavement and to some beautiful gravel. One of our sponsors Albemarle has a multitude of brinefield roads that will offer up some diverse gravel surfaces to keep you rolling along.
Download the routes to follow from ridewithgps. There will be purple flagging but limited signage. Remember these are mostly private land owner roads, so we will try to be respectful of their land and clean up after ourselves. Expect some wild life, especially a few section are through a cow pasture!!!
45 miler option
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/44587337
70ish miler option
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/44577275
And finally the 100 miler option…..
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/44577184
Event Details
On-site registration and packet pick up will be the morning of the event at the Columbia County Fair Grounds will start at 6:30 am.
7:30 am ride announcements
Police escort and ride start at 8 am.
Sag support will be on the routes, number on the back of your bib. There will be plenty of rest stops to help keep you fueled till the end.
Finish line activities will be rocking when you get done riding!!
Jimmy Lewis and 8 seconds will be live on stage starting around 10:30 am
Albemarle Grill will have lunch ready to start serving at 11.
Home made goodies, ice cream sandwiches will be available
Feel free to reach out with any questions!
All money raised will go towards the Compassion’s Foundation in support of our local domestic violence shelter.
Compassion’s Foundation is a nonprofit organization that supports the local domestic violence shelter. Our mission is to provide effective and accessible services to individuals and families who experience domestic violence and/or sexual assault and to be a proactive and visible source of related intervention, education, and prevention services to the community. Your registration fees or donations will go towards these efforts and help us to be able to continue providing support.

Steady Steve 5K
2024-10-05 08:00 - 10:00 | Our Father’s Table facility, 548 North Central Avenue, Batesville, 72501, United States
The Steady Steve 5K on Batesville’s Westside honors the legacy of Stephen Raviscioni, who worked tirelessly with his loving wife, Autumn, to establish Our Father’s Table food ministry. Stephen had also turned to running for fitness and health in a big way before COVID-19 came along. He was stricken with a severe case and we lost his graceful service to the hungry and poor.
Autumn continues the mission at Our Father’s Table, and the Steady Steve 5K will help meet the ongoing needs of so many among us. The nonprofit ministry has distributed sack lunches as a street outreach on Saturdays since 2012 and now serves hot meals two nights a week. Our Father’s Table seeks to build nurturing relationships with the hungry and to point them to additional resources in our community for any other needs they may have.
The race will begin and end at the Our Father’s Table facility and all proceeds will go to the ministry. (Supporters may fetch a printable flier, sponsorship form, and paper entry form attached below.) Entrants may make a donation above and beyond the race fee. The online entry fee is $25, plus a small transaction fee, until 6 p.m. Oct. 6. Race-day registration will be $30 from 6:45-7:45 a.m.
The race route (see map below) incorporates elements of the former Sprint for Seniors and West Elementary Watergun Run through Westside. Entrants registered by Sept. 22 will receive a T-shirt in requested size in their packets, with later entries receiving shirts first-come first-served at packet pickup while supplies last. Awards will be for Top 3 male, Top 3 female in Runner and Walker divisions, and finishers award for all.

Get Downtown 10k/5k & Kids Fun Run/Doggie Walk
2024-10-05 08:00 - 11:00 | Centennial Station Park, 110 S. Pruett Street, Paragould, 72450, United States
The Get Downtown Festival Races include a 10k, 5k & Doggie Dash. The 10k and 5k will take place on the 8 Mile Creek Trail in Paragould, Arkansas.
NEW THIS YEAR is the FASTEST KID IN TOWN RACE Sponsored by PMU with the Fastest Internet in Town.
All racers are congratulated with a fresh cinnamon roll at the finish line! Join us Friday night, October 4th for the Get Downtown Block Party, for race packet pickup a day early! All registrations before Sep 20th will receive a FREE Get Downtown Race T-Shirt!
10K: Race begins at 1812 in Downtown Paragould at 8am and returns to same point. Registration price is $30. All registrations will receive a FREE Get Downtown Race T-Shirt!
5K: Race begins at Rotary Park at 8am and ends at 1812 in Downtown Paragould. Registration price is $30. All registrations before Sep 20 will receive a FREE Get Downtown Race T-Shirt! A Shuttle provided by Harvest Baptist will leave from the 5k finish line from 9am to 10am to take 5k Racers back to Rotary Park.
Fastest Kid In Town Race: Race begins at 9:30 am at 1812 in Downtown Paragould. Registration price is $10. All registrations before Sep 20 will receive a FREE Get Downtown Race T-Shirt!
Doggie Dash: Race begins at 10am at 1812in Downtown Paragould. Registration price is $5.
No T-Shirts for early registrations.
