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
Gudrun – Northwoods MTB Festival
IMPORTANT NOTES: NO CANCELLATIONS AFTER 10/12/2025!! PRE-SOLD MERCHANDISE CAN NOT BE REFUNDED!! Early bird Registration will close on August 17th at 11:59PM. Late Registration begins on October 12th at midnight. Only the first 400 participants are guaranteed a swag t-shirt. We can not guarantee size. There will be limited camping offered at Cedar Glades Park […]
Hare Mountain 100, 50, 50k, 25k, 10k, Ascent
In our 4th year, the Hare Mountain Trail Races have a 100 mile point-to-point from Haw Creek Falls Recreation Area to Shores Lake Recreation Area on Friday at 10am the 23rd, a 50 mile, 50k and 10k out-and-back starting and finishing at Shores Lake Recreation Area on Saturdaythe 24th, a 25k loop on the Shores […]
Arkansas State Championship Beer Mile
The Arkansas State Championship Beer Mile combines fast running with a fun, festival atmosphere in one of the state’s most unique running events. Participants race four laps while consuming a beer before each lap, following traditional beer mile rules, creating a mix of athletic competition, strategy, and pure entertainment. Open to serious runners, casual competitors, […]
Sunday, October 18, 2026
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October 18, 2026 -Pinnacle Trail Work Party
Pinnacle Trail Work Party
CATA, with Arkansas State Parks, will be hosting a three-installment trail workday series at Pinnacle Mountain State Park! The workdays will take place on the 3rd Sunday of September, October and November. Would love to see you there! The Deets Where: Pinnacle Mountain State Park, Middle Mountain Trailhead When: Sept 20th, Oct 18th, Nov 15th, […]
Monday, October 19, 2026
No events on this day.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
No events on this day.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
No events on this day.
Thursday, October 22, 2026
No events on this day.
Friday, October 23, 2026
No events on this day.
Saturday, October 24, 2026
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October 24, 2026 -Arkansas 20k
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October 24, 2026 -City of Colleges Half Marathon
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October 24, 2026 -Run the Runway 5K
Arkansas 20k
The Arkansas 20K will start and end at the River Center in Benton. All turns are marked with large signs with arrows. The race will be chip timed. The course will remain open until 11:00am. Temperatures can range from the mid-50s to mid- 80s. Humidity can sometimes be high. The 20K is an excellent test/training […]
City of Colleges Half Marathon
Half marathon, 10K, 5K and Fun Run running festival. The half marathon distance will take runners through the city and into the countryside on the streets of Conway, Arkansas. Runners will experience the beauty of the UCA campus with tons of cheering students along the routes. Come enjoy a beautiful fall day with the start/finish […]
Run the Runway 5K
The Run the Runway 5K is a unique opportunity for the entire community to experience Baxter County Airport up close. Runners and walkers will travel a route normally reserved for airplanes. The event is designed to bring the airport and community together while highlighting the important role Baxter County Airport plays with proceeds benefiting the […]
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