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.
Week of Events
Sunday, November 30, 2025
No events on this day.
Monday, December 1, 2025
No events on this day.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025
No events on this day.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
No events on this day.
Thursday, December 4, 2025
No events on this day.
Friday, December 5, 2025
No events on this day.
Saturday, December 6, 2025
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December 6, 2025 -Jacob Wells 3 Bridges Marathon
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December 6, 2025 -Fayetteville Half Marathon
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December 6, 2025 -LOViT Trail Marathon
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December 6, 2025 -Go Nuts Or Go Home XC Race
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December 6, 2025 -Hope for the Holiday Half Marathon and 5k
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December 6, 2025 -Murfreesboro 4th Annual Diamond Jingle 5K Color Run
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December 6, 2025 -Reindeer Run/Walk 5K
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December 6, 2025 -The Triple C at Woolly Hollow
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December 6, 2025 -36 Hours of Black Bear
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December 6, 2025 -Hearts of Gold Classic 5K Run/Walk
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December 6, 2025 -Epsilon Alpha Lambda’s 2nd Annual Founders Day Fun 2K Run/Walk
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December 6, 2025 -Pie Ride
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December 6, 2025 -NARMC Santa Shuffle Fun Run 2025
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December 6, 2025 -Mena Winterfest Reindeer Fun Run/Walk
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December 6, 2025 -The Merry Mile
Jacob Wells 3 Bridges Marathon
3 Bridges Marathon – Saturday, December 6, at 7:00 a.m. River Mountain Park/ Two Rivers Bridge – 4468 River Mountain Road, Little Rock, AR Aid Stations, Restrooms, and Medical Support There are aid stations that average nearly every mile. There are numerous restrooms, including permanent restrooms on the River Trail and portable ones that we will […]
Fayetteville Half Marathon
Four distances to choose from...half marathon, 10K, 5K and fun run. The race will visit some of Fayetteville's most unique spots. There are also virtual options. Entry Fees are Priced with a T-Shirt Entry Fees are priced with a long-sleeved ringspun cotton t-shirt , but a participant has the option to select no t-shirt and […]
LOViT Trail Marathon
hangri La is located 25 miles west of Hot Springs and 12 miles east of Mount Ida off of Hwy 270. You will turn onto Shangri-La Drive and make the first left which is OLD HWY 270. Look for signs posted for the run. Registration will be set up 500 ft down OLD HWY 270. […]
Go Nuts Or Go Home XC Race
Time & Location December 6, 2025, Coler Mountain Bike Preserve, 2500 NW 3rd St, Bentonville, AR 72712 Description Friday, December 5, 2025 - Pre-ride will open at noon with taped course. Saturday, December 6, 2025 - XC Race for Juniors, Adults & EMTB Sunday, December 7, 2025 - Enduro for Juniors, Adults & EMTB Get ready to Go Nuts […]
Hope for the Holiday Half Marathon and 5k
The race is being held to honor the memory of Garrett Yeager beloved friend, son, brother and father. All proceeds will be donated in his memory to Special Olympics of Batesville and New Hope Refuge. New Hope Refuge is a faith based and Christ centered program for women who are struggling with substance abuse issues. […]
Murfreesboro 4th Annual Diamond Jingle 5K Color Run
4th Annual Diamond Jingle 5K Color Run -- Join us on December 6th here in Murfreesboro, AR for the 2025 Diamond Jingle 5K Color Run! This 5K was created to help support local charities. Our mission is to help raise funds to enrich these charities and grow!
Reindeer Run/Walk 5K
The annual Reindeer Run/Walk 5K is a project of and benefits the Vilonia Lions Club. The live road race starts and ends at the Vilonia Softball Complex. There will be 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place medals for each category and overall Female and Male winners. We will have winners for Most Glasses Donated, Most Festive, […]
The Triple C at Woolly Hollow
This is an annual trail race in memory of Curtis Colt Childress, who was killed in a motorcycle accident on September 26, 2024. The race distances are 10, 4, and 1 miles through the trails at Woolly Hollow State Park. All proceeds will go to the Cabugcayan Mission/Biliran Church of Christ in the Philippines, which […]
36 Hours of Black Bear
This is a free, donation based "fun run" put on by RD N. Johnson and Assistant RD S. Turner. This is basically like any training run you would do on your own. Only difference, we're feeding you. A donation jar to cover food and drinks will be at the start/finish or you can email us […]
Hearts of Gold Classic 5K Run/Walk
This holiday run will be held at Ben Geren Regional Park in Fort Smith. Start and Finish will be at the Ben Geren Community Safe Shelter. Timed by Jaymax Race Timing. This run will benefit Project Compassion's Hearts of Gold Christmas gifts program for Nursing Home residents without friends and family. Medals for 5K top 3 in each category and finisher medals. Register now […]
Epsilon Alpha Lambda’s 2nd Annual Founders Day Fun 2K Run/Walk
We, members of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc the Epsilon Alpha Lamda Chapter seated in Conway, Arkansas started the Inaugural movement last year. This year, we’re keeping it running... The 2nd Annual Founders Day Fun Run & Walk is back — the same event that made history as the First Founders Day Fun Run in […]
Pie Ride
Welcome to the Pie Ride in Keo, Arkansas! This Southern Lonoke County (SoLoCo) town of just 207 residents is known for their Bike Friendly atmoshere. The Pie Ride starts at 10:00am, Saturday, December 6, 2025 from the Keo Airstrip on Pecan Road. The airstrip is located one-half mile east of Keo on Pecan Road at […]
NARMC Santa Shuffle Fun Run 2025
WE'RE BACK FOR OUR 7th YEAR! Mark your calendar for Saturday, December 6, as we launch the Holiday season with our 7th Annual NARMC Santa Shuffle Fun Run/Walk. Embrace the joy of giving this year while creating lasting memories. Consider starting a new holiday tradition with friends and family! We'll begin at North Arkansas Regional […]
Mena Winterfest Reindeer Fun Run/Walk
Join us for a 2k Fun Run/Walk for the entire family. Wear a holiday themed costume or an "ugly" Christmas sweater and enjoy the scenic winter sites at Janssen Park. Join us as we kickoff the holiday with the last Fun Run/Walk of the year! This event is not timed. Please consider bringing a toy […]
The Merry Mile
Wear your ugly sweaters and please join El Dorado Service League for a family friendly 5k Walk/Run! Date: Saturday, December 06, 2025 Location: Mystic Creek | El Dorado, AR Registration (begins at 4:00 pm): $35/adult | $20/kid *DISCOUNT IS APPLIED WHEN ENTERING AGE AT REGISTRATION* Race starts at 5:00 and is expected to end by […]
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