NWA Spring Classic Road Race

What is the Bike City Fondo?

Love to ride? This event has options for everyone! Road riding, gravel grinder, paved trail system; there are courses for all riders, no matter your riding level! Bring your club, team, friends and/or family for a day of excellent riding and relax with a beer and refreshments at the finish.

Want to explore the back roads? Our road options which get you out of town onto the open roads quickly, with mileage to meet your goals. Feeling more adventurous? Or go for a gravel option. Our gravel course will take you south, out of Fayetteville and wind you through a variety of terrain. First event ride? Want to stay on the paved trail? We have that as well! And enjoy some amazing aid stations...you may be surprised by the wide array of goodies provided our great sponsors.

All ride options include a finisher medal, ride t-shirt and post race food and beverages! Join the fun!

Mark your calendars for May 23, 2026! Building on last year's incredible success, we're thrilled for the second annual youth triathlon on scenic Mt. Sequoyah. This event is specially designed for young athletes aged 5 to 15, offering the ultimate early-season adventure perfect for both seasoned competitors and first-time triathletes! Even better, this is the crucial 2nd race of the 6-part Race the Ozarks Youth Triathlon Series! Jumpstart your points collection early and set the pace for the season. Join us for an unforgettable day packed with fun, fitness, and fantastic memories as you conquer the course!

5 to 8 Years Old (Age as of 12/31/26)

Swim: 25 yards

Bike: 1 miles (1 loop)

Run: 1/2 mile

9 to 12 Years Old (Age as of (12/31/26)

Swim: 75 yards

Bike: 2 miles (2 loops)

Run: 1 miles

13 to 15 Years Old (Age as of 12/31/26)

Swim: 150 yards

Bike: 3 miles (3 loops)

Run: 1.5 miles

OVT Off-Road Triathlon, Off-Road Duathlon, Gravel Triathlon and Gravel Duathlon to be held on the same weekend as the oldest road triathlon in NW Arkansas.

Saturday, June 13 - OVT Gravel Triathlon, Gravel Duathlon, Mtn Bike Triathlon and Mtn Bike Duathlon events.

Off-road events:

• Gravel Tri - 400-yard swim, 12-mile bike, 3-mile run

• Gravel Du - 2-mile run, 12-mile bike, 3-mile run

• Mountain Bike Tri - 400-yard swim, 8-mile bike, 3-mile run

• Mountain Bike Du - 2-mile run, 8-mile bike, 3-mile run

Sunday, June 14 - Ozark Valley Triathlon (road events) is hosting the 2026 Arkansas State Championships in the international and sprint distances as well as the Arkansas High School State Championship. There is a combined Club Championship competition as well. These are both road triathlon races and there will be a Aquabike, duathlon and team category (International distance only) in the Ozark Valley Triathlon.

Road events:

• Sprint Triathlon - 400-yard swim, 13-mile bike, 2-mile run (USA Triathlon Arkansas State Championship and High School State Championship)

• International Triathlon (individual or teams) - 1,000-yard swim, 19-mile bike and a 4-mile run (USA Triathlon Arkansas State Championship)

• Aquabike - 1,000-yard swim, 19-mile bike

• Sprint Duathlon - 2-mile run, 13-mile bike, 2-mile run

All events will be held at Lake Wedington Recreation Area. Lake Wedington is located 13 miles west of Fayetteville and is one of the most natural settings for a triathlon in the region. Both spectators and participants can enjoy the natural beauty of the area, combined with unique finisher medals, post-race food, awards and prizes make this race one to attend.

Get your miles and your caffeine fix!

Join us for the 7th Annual Espresso Run/Ride, a fun social event hosted by the Natural State Run Club, where we run, bike, or skate between some of NWA’s best coffee shops—fueling up with local brews at each stop.

We’ll kick things off at 7:00 AM and make our way through a curated route of local cafes on the Razorback Greenway. It’s not a race—just a great way to celebrate movement, community, and coffee.

Last year's coffee stops include:

• Old Pine Coffee Roasters

• Onyx Coffee Lab

• Doomsday Coffee

• Rush Running Co.

• The Meteor Cafe

Come for the espresso. Stay for the vibes.

Please note: this is a ONE-WAY event. transportation from the finish is not provided. Registration includes coffee at each stop (not required to consume), water, and donation to a local non-profit.

Kessler Mountain Jam is an AMBCS (Arkansas Mountain Bike Championship Series) mountain bike race contested on the trails of Kessler Mountain in south Fayetteville, AR. This is a USA Cycling sanctioned race and there are categories for all ages and levels. See following link for license requirements for each level of racer - https://www.kesslermountainjam.com/Race/KesslerMountainJam/Page-3.

Chip timing, custom socks, post-race food and beverage (adult and youth), and awards are part of this great day of racing.

Bring a cowbell and let's have a great day of exciting racing!