Welcome to our Calendar of Events.
Arkansas Outside is NOT the owner or organizer of these events (unless otherwise noted). We aggregate these events into this one place to allow our readers a chance to see what outdoor recreation events are going on around the state. There is no need for FOMO when playing outside.
If you’re looking for a specific type of event you can use the following links:
- Running (Road & Trail)
- Cycling (Road, Mountain, Gravel, etc.)
- Multisport (Triathlon, Duathlon, Adventure Racing, etc.)
- Paddling (Kayak, Canoe, Raft, Tubing, etc.)
- Climbing (Rocks, not trees)
- Trail Love Days (Volunteer Opportunities)
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We’ll see you on the trail.
Arkansas High Country Race 2023
Hot Springs Visitor Center 629 Central Ave, Hot Springs National Park
Capital City Enduro | Arkansas Enduro Series (AES)
Murray Park, Little Rock 5900 Rebsamen Park Rd, Little Rock
Capital City Enduro | Arkansas Enduro Series (AES)
Murray Park, Little Rock 5900 Rebsamen Park Rd, Little Rock
Week of Events
Arkansas High Country Race 2023
This challenging 1000+ mile Ouachita Triple Crown bikepacking race takes competitors through the Ouachita Mountains and the Arkansas River Valley. Arkansas’ Epic Back Roads Bicycle Race! The Arkansas High Country Race has moved south to Hot Springs for 2023! In addition to the classic Arkansas High Country Route, this event will also feature the South […]
Arkansas High Country Race 2023
This challenging 1000+ mile Ouachita Triple Crown bikepacking race takes competitors through the Ouachita Mountains and the Arkansas River Valley. Arkansas’ Epic Back Roads Bicycle Race! The Arkansas High Country Race has moved south to Hot Springs for 2023! In addition to the classic Arkansas High Country Route, this event will also feature the South […]
USDCA / D3 Bentonville Bikeboom 2023
Welcome to the 3rd annual Bikeboom, Deaf Bike Festival; a 3 day social/gathering event filled with clinics, ride tours, volunteering, and having a good time with the D/deaf community. Your participation contributes to the growth of the D/deaf cycling community, whether it's a road, gravel, or mountain bike. We all share a common goal, to […]
USDCA / D3 Bentonville Bikeboom 2023
Welcome to the 3rd annual Bikeboom, Deaf Bike Festival; a 3 day social/gathering event filled with clinics, ride tours, volunteering, and having a good time with the D/deaf community. Your participation contributes to the growth of the D/deaf cycling community, whether it's a road, gravel, or mountain bike. We all share a common goal, to […]
Life Time Little Sugar MTB presented by Mazda
Now’s your chance to shred both the MTB trails and gravel roads that put NWA on the map. With Life Time Little Sugar MTB presented by Mazda on October 15 and Life Time Big Sugar Gravel presented by Mazda on October 21, join us for an 8-day festival in Northwest, AR. Big Sugar Classic is a celebration of cycling, […]
Life Time Little Sugar MTB presented by Mazda
Now’s your chance to shred both the MTB trails and gravel roads that put NWA on the map. With Life Time Little Sugar MTB presented by Mazda on October 15 and Life Time Big Sugar Gravel presented by Mazda on October 21, join us for an 8-day festival in Northwest, AR. Big Sugar Classic is a celebration of cycling, […]
DARE 2 Tread the Trails
Jonesboro Police DARE will be hosting the DARE 2 Tread event for the 6th year! We had a great turnout in 2022! We are excited about 2023! On October 14th, we want you to come out and enjoy our trails at Craighead forest. We will start by access 1 at the boat ramp area. The […]
DARE 2 Tread the Trails
Jonesboro Police DARE will be hosting the DARE 2 Tread event for the 6th year! We had a great turnout in 2022! We are excited about 2023! On October 14th, we want you to come out and enjoy our trails at Craighead forest. We will start by access 1 at the boat ramp area. The […]
Capital City Enduro | Arkansas Enduro Series (AES)
Capitol City Enduro - Little Rock, AR Presented by Arvest Bank | Hosted by Ozark Outdoor Foundation For details about AES and the other races in the series can be found at Arkansas Enduro Series This is the 2nd race of the AES Fall Series at Murray Park in Little Rock, Arkansas! The race is rated […]
Capital City Enduro | Arkansas Enduro Series (AES)
Capitol City Enduro - Little Rock, AR Presented by Arvest Bank | Hosted by Ozark Outdoor Foundation For details about AES and the other races in the series can be found at Arkansas Enduro Series This is the 2nd race of the AES Fall Series at Murray Park in Little Rock, Arkansas! The race is rated […]
SHIFT ’23 – Bicycle Leadership Conference
The mountain bike capital of the world goes electric this fall at SHIFT‘23. Join PeopleForBikes in Bentonville, Arkansas, home to innovative leaders in biking, business, and culture, for a gathering centered around the fastest-growing sector of the bike industry. The conference will feature various sessions focused on the most important developments and trends in the […]
SHIFT ’23 – Bicycle Leadership Conference
The mountain bike capital of the world goes electric this fall at SHIFT‘23. Join PeopleForBikes in Bentonville, Arkansas, home to innovative leaders in biking, business, and culture, for a gathering centered around the fastest-growing sector of the bike industry. The conference will feature various sessions focused on the most important developments and trends in the […]
Outerbike
In 2018 Western Spirit Cycling partnered with Visit Bentonville and OZ Trails to provide our first venue east of the Rockies. After that inaugural event we’re 100% convinced that it needs to be yearly thing. From the fresh air of the Ozarks to the multiple trail hubs and bike parks, the area has everything we could ask […]
Outerbike
In 2018 Western Spirit Cycling partnered with Visit Bentonville and OZ Trails to provide our first venue east of the Rockies. After that inaugural event we’re 100% convinced that it needs to be yearly thing. From the fresh air of the Ozarks to the multiple trail hubs and bike parks, the area has everything we could ask […]
Bad Jack’s Trail Fest
Bringing together trail running, Mountain Biking, & Rock Climbing over a 3-day festival-style event. Free camping, great food, live music, and a load of fun & games! Friday - 5k Kickstart the weekend on the famed North Sylamore Creek Hiking Trail. The 5k trail run traverses out of the hollow to a stunning view of […]
Bad Jack’s Trail Fest
Bringing together trail running, Mountain Biking, & Rock Climbing over a 3-day festival-style event. Free camping, great food, live music, and a load of fun & games! Friday - 5k Kickstart the weekend on the famed North Sylamore Creek Hiking Trail. The 5k trail run traverses out of the hollow to a stunning view of […]
Sunday, October 15, 2023
No events on this day.
Monday, October 16, 2023
No events on this day.
Tuesday, October 17, 2023
No events on this day.
Wednesday, October 18, 2023
No events on this day.
Thursday, October 19, 2023
No events on this day.
Friday, October 20, 2023
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October 20, 2023 -Central Arkansas Trail Alliance – Membership Meeting
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October 20, 2023 -Central Arkansas Trail Alliance – Membership Meeting
Central Arkansas Trail Alliance – Membership Meeting
For CATA members and also all trail users (this event IS NOT restricted to CATA members). Join us for an update on CATA business. It will be an interactive meeting. The board of directors would like to get community feedback on how CATA can better engage and serve Central Arkansas Trail users. Food and beverages […]
Central Arkansas Trail Alliance – Membership Meeting
For CATA members and also all trail users (this event IS NOT restricted to CATA members). Join us for an update on CATA business. It will be an interactive meeting. The board of directors would like to get community feedback on how CATA can better engage and serve Central Arkansas Trail users. Food and beverages […]
Saturday, October 21, 2023
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October 21, 2023 -Pedestal Rock Road Ride & Lick Fork Gravel Grind
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October 21, 2023 -Trail Work at River Mountain Park
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October 21, 2023 -Pedestal Rock Road Ride & Lick Fork Gravel Grind
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October 21, 2023 -Trail Work at River Mountain Park
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October 21, 2023 -Devils Den Trail Race
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October 21, 2023 -Devils Den Trail Race
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October 21, 2023 -Creep ‘N Crawl Half/5K & Lil’ Monsters Dash
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October 21, 2023 -Creep ‘N Crawl Half/5K & Lil’ Monsters Dash
Pedestal Rock Road Ride & Lick Fork Gravel Grind
The Pedestal Rock and Lick Fork Bicycle ride is held every October on the 3rd Saturday of the month, with the hope that fall foliage is in full swing. The 2023 ride will be on Saturday, October 21. The Pedestal Rock 40 supports work being done by Community Voices, a 501(c)3 organization, to showcase the […]
Trail Work at River Mountain Park
Join the CATA Crew at River Mountain Trails for a Trail Work Party on Saturday, 10/21/23 from 8:00 a.m. until noon. Meet us at the River Mountain Trailhead. Bring your gloves, rakes, loppers, and a water bottle.
Pedestal Rock Road Ride & Lick Fork Gravel Grind
The Pedestal Rock and Lick Fork Bicycle ride is held every October on the 3rd Saturday of the month, with the hope that fall foliage is in full swing. The 2023 ride will be on Saturday, October 21. The Pedestal Rock 40 supports work being done by Community Voices, a 501(c)3 organization, to showcase the […]
Trail Work at River Mountain Park
Join the CATA Crew at River Mountain Trails for a Trail Work Party on Saturday, 10/21/23 from 8:00 a.m. until noon. Meet us at the River Mountain Trailhead. Bring your gloves, rakes, loppers, and a water bottle.
Devils Den Trail Race
Description 2023 will be the 12th year for the Devils Den Trail Race. The Devils Den Trail Race is a trail run/race at Devils Den State Park directed by Extreme Events, LLC. There are three courses/distances. The routes go over some of the recently improved mountain bike and hiking trails along Lee Creek. All races […]
Devils Den Trail Race
Description 2023 will be the 12th year for the Devils Den Trail Race. The Devils Den Trail Race is a trail run/race at Devils Den State Park directed by Extreme Events, LLC. There are three courses/distances. The routes go over some of the recently improved mountain bike and hiking trails along Lee Creek. All races […]
Creep ‘N Crawl Half/5K & Lil’ Monsters Dash
The Creep ‘N Crawl Half/5K & Lil’ Monsters Dash is a family-oriented event offering some Halloween fun with a healthy dose of physical fitness. Grab the scariest, funniest, wildest, goofiest, most creative costume you can think of and join us at Two Rivers Parks for a Howlin’ Ghoul Time!
Creep ‘N Crawl Half/5K & Lil’ Monsters Dash
The Creep ‘N Crawl Half/5K & Lil’ Monsters Dash is a family-oriented event offering some Halloween fun with a healthy dose of physical fitness. Grab the scariest, funniest, wildest, goofiest, most creative costume you can think of and join us at Two Rivers Parks for a Howlin’ Ghoul Time!
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