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
NWA Bike-a-Palooza
Bike Clubs of Northwest Arkansas host a ride by cyclists, for cyclists, to raise funds for NWA charity Pedal It Forward. Join us Friday evening and Saturday morning for a bike ride, food, and friends!
Sunday, September 13, 2026
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September 13, 2026 -DeGray Lake Triathlon
DeGray Lake Triathlon
One of the original multisport festivals in Arkansas...the DeGray Lake Triathlon will feature two triathlon distances (olympic and sprint), a duathlon (sprint), aquabike (olympic) and an open water swim (olympic). There will be a team category for the olympic triathlon. DeGray Lake is a reservoir on the Caddo River in Arkansas. This beautiful lake and […]
Monday, September 14, 2026
No events on this day.
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
No events on this day.
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
No events on this day.
Thursday, September 17, 2026
No events on this day.
Friday, September 18, 2026
No events on this day.
Saturday, September 19, 2026
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September 19, 2026 -MJ’s Stampede
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September 19, 2026 -NW Arkansas Mountain Bike Championships
MJ’s Stampede
Certified 5K/10K Race and Timed 5K Walk Saturday, September 19 Start and Finish at Greg Smith River Trail, 121 Riverfront Drive, Fort Smith AR 72901 7 a.m. Registration, 8 a.m. Race Entry Fee: $30 before September 8 and $40 after September 8 through packet pickup, $45 race day registration. Participant Packet Pick-Up and Expo Friday, […]
NW Arkansas Mountain Bike Championships
The NW Arkansas Mountain Bike Championships return to Devil's Den State Park on September 19, 2026, bringing together riders from across the region for one of Arkansas’ longest-running mountain bike traditions. Featuring categories for beginners, intermediate, advanced, youth, and citizen racers, the event offers challenging cross-country racing on the park’s rugged Ozark terrain while remaining […]
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