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November General Meeting – Bicycle Advocacy of Central Arkansas

Whole Hog Cafe - Cantrell Road 2516 Cantrell Road, Little Rock, United States

November 9, 2023 MetroPlan Executive Director Casey Covington will be our featured speaker. He will be updating all those interested on Regional Greenways and recent transportation grants. This event IS NOT restricted to members if you are interested in bicycle and pedestrian safety and infrastructure, feel free to join us. We recommend showing up early […]

River Mountain Trail Work Party

River Mountain Park River Mountain Road, Little Rock, United States

Join the CATA Crew at River Mountain Trails for a Trail Work Party on Saturday, 10/21/23 from 8:00 am until noon. Meet us at the River Mountain Trailhead. Bring your gloves, rakes, loppers, and a water bottle. Our main focus will be dirt work on the berms on Whirlpool.

River Mountain Trail Work Party

River Mountain Park River Mountain Road, Little Rock, United States

Join the CATA Crew at River Mountain Trails for a Trail Work Party on Saturday, 10/21/23 from 8:00 am until noon. Meet us at the River Mountain Trailhead. Bring your gloves, rakes, loppers, and a water bottle. Our main focus will be dirt work on the berms on Whirlpool.

The Gobbler – Little Rock’s Turkey Trot

The Heights 1825 N. Grant Street, Little Rock, United States

Thanksgiving Day, November 24th, 2021    Go! Time: 8:00am  (Tom's Tiny Trot : 7:50am) A Thanksgiving Day Tradition.   For 12 years, Go! Running hosted the Gobbler Turkey Trot in Little Rock, and we are happy to announce that Rock City Running will carry on this great tradition. This 3, 4, or 6.5 mile family fun run and walk […]

The Gobbler – Little Rock’s Turkey Trot

The Heights 1825 N. Grant Street, Little Rock, United States

Thanksgiving Day, November 24th, 2021    Go! Time: 8:00am  (Tom's Tiny Trot : 7:50am) A Thanksgiving Day Tradition.   For 12 years, Go! Running hosted the Gobbler Turkey Trot in Little Rock, and we are happy to announce that Rock City Running will carry on this great tradition. This 3, 4, or 6.5 mile family fun run and walk […]

Ugly Sweater 5K

Two Rivers Park 6722 Two Rivers Park Road, Little Rock, AR, United States

Dig out that ugly holiday sweater and celebrates the best of the season with a healthy dose of physical fitness! Part of the Run Local Race Series. For more information, visit uglysweaterrace.com. Benefits Little Rock Parks & Recreation. Saturday, December 16, 2023 Two Rivers Park - Little Rock Countdown to event

Ugly Sweater 5K

Two Rivers Park 6722 Two Rivers Park Road, Little Rock, AR, United States

Dig out that ugly holiday sweater and celebrates the best of the season with a healthy dose of physical fitness! Part of the Run Local Race Series. For more information, visit uglysweaterrace.com. Benefits Little Rock Parks & Recreation. Saturday, December 16, 2023 Two Rivers Park - Little Rock Countdown to event

2nd Annual Central Arkansas’ Last Chance Run

War Memorial Park 5101 W Markham St, Little Rock, AR

Please join local running clubs including the Arkansas Running Klub, Cabot Country Cruisers, Conway Running Club, Little Rock Roadrunners, Saline County Striders and the Spa Pacers on Saturday, December 30th at 9 AM for the 2nd Annual Central Arkansas' Last Chance Run!  This FREE run will take place at War Memorial Park and anyone is welcome to participate! We will meet in the parking lot west of the […]

2nd Annual Central Arkansas’ Last Chance Run

War Memorial Park 5101 W Markham St, Little Rock, AR

Please join local running clubs including the Arkansas Running Klub, Cabot Country Cruisers, Conway Running Club, Little Rock Roadrunners, Saline County Striders and the Spa Pacers on Saturday, December 30th at 9 AM for the 2nd Annual Central Arkansas' Last Chance Run!  This FREE run will take place at War Memorial Park and anyone is welcome to participate! We will meet in the parking lot west of the […]

January 2024 Public Meeting – Bicycle Advocacy of Central Arkansas (New Venue)

Whole Hog Cafe - Cantrell Road 2516 Cantrell Road, Little Rock, United States

Come meet Marley Blonsky, co-founder of All Bodies on Bikes as she shares her take on inclusive cycling. Marley Blonsky is a fat adventure cyclist, co-founder of All Bodies on Bikes, co-host of the All Bodies on Bikes podcast, curve model, advocate, and consultant. Marley is fiercely passionate about size inclusion, believing that everyone deserves […]

January 2024 Public Meeting – Bicycle Advocacy of Central Arkansas (New Venue)

Whole Hog Cafe - Cantrell Road 2516 Cantrell Road, Little Rock, United States

Come meet Marley Blonsky, co-founder of All Bodies on Bikes as she shares her take on inclusive cycling. Marley Blonsky is a fat adventure cyclist, co-founder of All Bodies on Bikes, co-host of the All Bodies on Bikes podcast, curve model, advocate, and consultant. Marley is fiercely passionate about size inclusion, believing that everyone deserves […]

Ninja 5K, 10K, Half Marathon

Two Rivers Park 6722 Two Rivers Park Road, Little Rock, AR, United States

This is a US Road Running Club Race and part of the US Road Running Race Series. It is not required to be a club member to run with us. Club members receive 50% off club races and a US Road Running shirt. To join go to https://usroadrunning.com Race Information The race starts at 8:00 AM. […]

Ninja 5K, 10K, Half Marathon

Two Rivers Park 6722 Two Rivers Park Road, Little Rock, AR, United States

This is a US Road Running Club Race and part of the US Road Running Race Series. It is not required to be a club member to run with us. Club members receive 50% off club races and a US Road Running shirt. To join go to https://usroadrunning.com Race Information The race starts at 8:00 AM. […]

Time Travel Half Marathon plus 5k and 10k – Little Rock

Riverfront Park 120 Riverfront Park Dr., Little Rock, United States

Are you ready to have a roaring good time? Welcome to the ultimate prehistoric Time Travel adventure – the Prehistoric Park Theme: 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon! Gear up for a journey through time, where dinosaurs once ruled the Earth and now, they are your running companions. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a first-time […]

Time Travel Half Marathon plus 5k and 10k – Little Rock

Riverfront Park 120 Riverfront Park Dr., Little Rock, United States

Are you ready to have a roaring good time? Welcome to the ultimate prehistoric Time Travel adventure – the Prehistoric Park Theme: 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon! Gear up for a journey through time, where dinosaurs once ruled the Earth and now, they are your running companions. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a first-time […]

Ozark Society-Pulaski Chapter Monthly Meeting

Second Presbyterian Church 600 Pleasant Valley Dr., Little Rock

Joe Jacobs shares his insights on the controversial topic, Rebranding the Buffalo. Mr. Jacobs will be presenting about the interest that Runway Group, co-founded by Stuart Walton and Tom Walton, has in changing the designation of the Buffalo National River to a National Park. He will explore some of the reasons for making and not […]

Ozark Society-Pulaski Chapter Monthly Meeting

Second Presbyterian Church 600 Pleasant Valley Dr., Little Rock

Joe Jacobs shares his insights on the controversial topic, Rebranding the Buffalo. Mr. Jacobs will be presenting about the interest that Runway Group, co-founded by Stuart Walton and Tom Walton, has in changing the designation of the Buffalo National River to a National Park. He will explore some of the reasons for making and not […]

2024 Little Rock Marathon Weekend

La Harpe Blvd. La Harpe Blvd., Little Rock, AR, United States

Named as one of Runner’s World “Bucket List: 10 Great Marathons for First-Timers” in 2017, come fill your bucket at the 22nd Annual Little Rock Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, and Little Rockers Kids Marathon. A race with personality, loads of southern hospitality, tons of caring volunteers, a running or walking tour through the scenic […]

2024 Little Rock Marathon Weekend

La Harpe Blvd. La Harpe Blvd., Little Rock, AR, United States

Named as one of Runner’s World “Bucket List: 10 Great Marathons for First-Timers” in 2017, come fill your bucket at the 22nd Annual Little Rock Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, and Little Rockers Kids Marathon. A race with personality, loads of southern hospitality, tons of caring volunteers, a running or walking tour through the scenic […]

Big Dam Bridge 100 Registration Event

Subaru of Little Rock 12121 Colonel Glenn Rd, Little Rock, United States

 Registration for the 2024 Big Dam Bridge 100 is set to open on Friday, March 8th, and Arvest Bank is teaming up with Subaru of Little Rock to kick off this year's registration with a bang! Join other riders to register in person at Subaru of Little Rock on Colonel Glenn Road on Friday, March […]

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