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23 running, walking, and ultra events in Little Rock, Arkansas

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  • Arkansas Ultra Running Association Ultra Trail Series & Lite Series [runsignup.com]

    Sun, Jun 01, 2025 at 12:00 AM

    Description

    The Arkansas Ultra Running Association is a 501(c)(3) organization that began in 1989. We organize, host or designate a number of races and fun runs to be included in our Ultra Trail Series each...

    The Arkansas Ultra Running Association is a 501(c)(3) organization that began in 1989. We organize, host or designate a number of races and fun runs to be included in our Ultra Trail Series each year, from June through May. We are unique in that many of our events are free/donation based with our directors volunteering their time. This saves our runners money and frees up more funds to be donated to the communities that serve us.

    Winners of the UTS or UTS LITE (aka Kings and Queens of the Trail) are crowned at the completion of the series. The award ceremony and post race party is typically held at the Catsmacker, our final fun run of the UTS season. It is a party nobody wants to miss! The 2025-2026 Ultra Trail Series registration will open here after the final UTS race at Mt. Magazine Trail Run in May 2025.

    Individual points are awarded for each event completed, based on the UTS Rules. Male and Female, Open, Master, Grand Master, Senior, and Super-Senior winners (Kings/Queens of the Trail) are crowned at the completion of the series each year, based on point totals.

    Some of the UTS races are low-key, no-fee, no frills, minimal aid events (a.k.a. 'fun runs'), while others are full-fledged races. Please plan and prepare accordingly. Some of the races in the series are not put on by the AURA.

    See https://www.runarkansas.com/UTSraces.htm for a list of races in this series and for additional information.

    *PLEASE NOTE: Due to weather and other uncontrollable forces, the UTS/UTS LITE schedule is subject to changes.

    Fun Run Run Trail Ultra

    Various Locations, Little Rock, Arkansas, 72227, United States
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  • Squatch Till You Drop [raceroster.com]

    Sun, Nov 09, 2025

    5k Run Ultra

    Cedar Hill Rd, Little Rock, Arkansas, United States
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  • Jacob Wells 3 Bridges Marathon [3bridgesmarathon.com]

    Sat, Dec 06, 2025

    Description

    A memorial marathon in Little Rock, Arkansas, held in honor of Jacob Wells. The course crosses three bridges spanning the Arkansas River, offering scenic views of the city.

    Marathon Run

    Two Rivers Park Bridge, Little Rock, Arkansas, 72227, United States
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  • Ugly Sweater Race | 5K - Elf Dash | Virtual [uglysweaterrace.com]

    Sat, Dec 20, 2025

    5k Run Virtual

    Two Rivers Park Dr, Little Rock, Arkansas, United States
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  • Viking 5K, 10K, &13.1M at Little Rock, AR (07) [runsignup.com]

    Sat, Feb 14, 2026 at 8:00 AM

    Description

    Race Information

    The race starts at 8:00 AM.

    Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts.

    All runners must register on RunSignup.

    No on-site...

    Race Information

    The race starts at 8:00 AM.

    Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts.

    All runners must register on RunSignup.

    No on-site registration.

    Additional Information

    This course is made of asphalt.

    Bathrooms are located by the playground, before the starting line.

    5K & 10K Course (1.56M)

    https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5559761266

    The course is an out-and-back (3.11M)

    The 5K does the out-and-back one time.

    The 10K does the out-and-back two times.

    Half Marathon Course (1.64M)

    https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5529566377

    The course is an out-and-back (3.28M).

    The Half Marathon does the out-and-back four times.

    Course Time Limit

    3 hours and 30 minutes.

    Finisher Medals

    https://usroadrunning.com/FinisherMedals.php

    Shirt and Gear Shop

    https://usroadrunning.com/Gear.php

    Best Costume

    https://usroadrunning.com/BestCostume.php

    Series Points

    https://usroadrunning.com/S.php

    Awards

    https://usroadrunning.com/Awards.php

    Frequently Asked Questions and Information

    https://usroadrunning.com/FAQ.php

    US Road Running

    https://usroadrunning.com

    5k 10k 13.1 Miles Run

    Little Rock, Arkansas, 72223, United States
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  • Little Rockers Kids Marathon [lrmarathon.com]

    Sat, Feb 28, 2026

    Kids Marathon Run

    little rock marathon start/finish la harpe, Boulevard, Little Rock, Arkansas, United States
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  • All Abilities Marathon [littlerockmarathon.com]

    Sat, Feb 28, 2026

    2k Marathon Run

    little rock marathon start/finish la harpe, Boulevard, Little Rock, Arkansas, United States
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  • 2026 Little Rock Marathon Weekend [littlerockmarathon.com]

    Sun, Mar 01, 2026

    5k 10k 21k 42k Marathon Run

    little rock marathon start/finish la harpe, Boulevard, Little Rock, Arkansas, United States
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  • Arkansas Run For The Fallen 5K [arkansasrunforthefallen.org] [Register at runsignup.com]

    Sun, Mar 15, 2026 at 1:00 PM

    Description

    We are excited to announce that this year we will again have honor bibs. These bibs say "I'm running in honor of..." and you will be able to write in the name of the fallen hero you would like to run...

    We are excited to announce that this year we will again have honor bibs. These bibs say "I'm running in honor of..." and you will be able to write in the name of the fallen hero you would like to run in honor of. The first 100 participants will also receive a memorial bracelet in honor of an Arkansas Fallen Hero.

    If you are participating in the in person 5K event, you will need to be able to maintain a 10 minute/mile pace for the 5K. This is not a race. Rather, it is a memorial run where participants run as a group to collectively honor the fallen heroes who were individually honored over the weekend. Runners will need to report to the state Capitol on Sunday, March 15th by 1:00pm to be transported to the start of the run. The run will conclude at the state Capitol at approximately 2:15 pm and will be followed by a closing ceremony at 2:30pm.

    The shirt deadline is March 1, 2026. Please register before then to ensure you receive the size you would like. For more information about the run and the heroes that we honor please visit www.arkansasrunforthefallen.org

    5k Run Virtual

    500 Woodlane St., Little Rock, Arkansas, 72201, United States
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  • Capital City Classic 10K [runsignup.com]

    Sat, Mar 28, 2026 at 7:30 AM

    Description

    Experience the best of downtown Little Rock through Arkansas' oldest 10K! Once the largest road race in Arkansas, the Capital City Classic 10K is back on its way to the top! The event moved back to...

    Experience the best of downtown Little Rock through Arkansas' oldest 10K! Once the largest road race in Arkansas, the Capital City Classic 10K is back on its way to the top! The event moved back to downtown Little Rock in 2022, and while the 2023 race had to be cancelled due to a tornado, we came back as strong as ever in 2024 and continued to grow in 2025! From a free Kids' Mile, to prize money for elites, to a 10K pace team that ranges from 40 minutes to a "Party Pace" group of 2 hours, this is truly a race for everyone! Participants of all abilities are welcome, including walkers.

    More information about the race and its storied history can be found at https://www.littlerockroadrunners.com/capital-city-classic-10k/.

    1 Miles 10k Run Walk

    W 2nd St. And Broadway St., Little Rock, Arkansas, 72202, United States
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  • Ouachita Trail 50 [runarkansas.com] [Register at runsignup.com]

    Sat, Apr 18, 2026 at 6:00 AM

    Description

    Welcome to the 35th running of the Ouachita Trail 50 Endurance Run!

    We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. All donations and profits for this event will go to Pinnacle Mountain State Park.

    The OT50 was...

    Welcome to the 35th running of the Ouachita Trail 50 Endurance Run!

    We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. All donations and profits for this event will go to Pinnacle Mountain State Park.

    The OT50 was started by a group of early Arkansas ultra runners who came together, drew from their various ultra race experiences, and committed to putting on a quality fifty miler in Arkansas. As the oldest enduring Arkansas Ultra Running Association event, that intent lives on. The 50 mile and 50 km runs feature a picturesque climb over Pinnacle Mountain followed by an out-and-back traversing the rolling hills along the north shore of beautiful Lake Maumelle. Get ready for scenic, rocky, single-track as you tour Pinnacle Mountain State Park and the eastern part of the 222 mile Ouachita National Recreation Trail.

    Proceeds benefit Pinnacle Mountain State Park

    General Information:

    Location: Maumelle Park, Little Rock, Arkansas, Pavilion # 8

    Starting Time: 6:00 AM for 50 Mile and 50 Km. Runners must check in at the pavilion a minimum of 30 minutes before the start time.

    Packets: Race packets may be picked up on Friday, April 17th from 3pm-6pm at Fleet Feet Little Rock - 11525 Cantrell Rd #102, Little Rock, AR or at Pavilion #8 on race morning. FOR SAFETY REASONS, BIBS & TIMING CHIPS WILL NOT BE ISSUED UNTIL RACE MORNING.

    Course Description: Starting and ending with two miles of pavement between Maumelle Park and the eastern Ouachita Trail terminus at Pinnacle Mountain State Park, the course features a picturesque climb over and around Pinnacle Mountain followed by an out-and-back along the shore of Lake Maumelle on the Ouachita National Recreation Trail. Most of the Ouachita Trail is a scenic, rocky, single-track foot path. The trail is permanently marked with blue blazes. Turns are marked with two blue blazes. Additional markers (blue and white striped ribbon) will also mark the course. The Pinnacle Mountain trails and loop are utilized on the "out" portion only. 50K participants will be diverted off of the OT around the 16 mile point and will follow a different approach to the Northshore Aid Station. The course involves several highway crossings, and there will likely be no traffic control. Please be responsible and be careful! NOTE: If conditions are wet, the course may be rerouted to avoid the top of

    Pinnacle Mountain. This is due to safety concerns and is mandated by the state park.

    Aid: Eleven staffed aid stations for 50-mile; seven for 50Km. (See mileage/aid station chart) Carrying at least one fluid bottle is HIGHLY advised. Aid station fare includes water, Gatorade, soft drinks, chips, cookies, crackers, candy, peanuts, various sandwiches, bananas, oranges and whatever creative items our amazing aid captains come up with. They put out a very nice spread! No Advil, Aspirin, or other pain relievers will be supplied at aid stations.

    Crew access: Crews can meet runners at East Pinnacle Parking Lot, West Summit Trailhead, Northshore, and the Hwy 10 turnaround only.

    Drop Bags: Drop bags will be taken to the Northshore and Hwy 10 (50 mile only) aid stations. Please label drop bags with these names, your name and bib number to avoid confusion. Bags can be dropped off during race check-in. We will try to return bags to the finish area as soon as possible. Please pick up drop bags after the race or make arrangements for them, as they will not be mailed back to you.

    Cut-off Times: There is a 13-hour time limit for the 50 Miler, and 7:00 PM cut-off for both races. Runners registered in the 50 Mile have the option to change to the 50Km during the race. To continue in the 50 Mile race, a runner must exit the Northshore aid station by 10:15 AM (out-bound) and 3:20 PM (returning), the Hwy 10 Turnaround aid station by 12:50 PM, and East Pinnacle aid station (returning) by 6:05 PM. To continue in the 50k race, a runner must exit North Shore by 1:20 PM and East Pinnacle by 6:05 PM (returning). These cut off times will be strictly enforced.

    Race Shirts: You will have the option of choosing a Women's or Men's fit race shirt. However, you must register by March 13th to guarantee your shirt size. If you register after that date you may be given a shirt from the prior year.

    Awards: Finishing awards will be awarded to each 50K and 50 Mile finisher. Overall awards to first male and female, open and masters finisher in the 50K and 50 Mile. Awards will be presented as you finish.

    Finish Line Food: The race will be catered again this year. You will receive one meal ticket at the finish line. Options TBA soon. Bring cash if you think you will want more than one meal for you or your family.

    Race Parking: Volunteers will be directing arriving runners on race morning in order to park as many vehicles as possible at pavilion number 8. Your cooperation will help us achieve this. If overflow parking is required, please use the parking lot for the pavilions just inside Maumelle Park (see map in the runner packet). It is critical that you DO NOT park along Pinnacle Valley Road.

    Race Director: Stacey Shaver, email (preferred) [email protected] ; phone/text 501-590-5196

    50k 50 Miles Run Trail Ultra

    Little Rock, Arkansas, 72223, United States
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  • PHMS Panther Prowl 5K [runsignup.com]

    Sat, Apr 25, 2026 at 8:00 AM

    Description

    On Saturday, April 25, 2026, Pulaski Heights Middle School PTSA will host the 10th anniversary of the Panther Prowl 5K. The race begins at 8:00 am.

    The Panther Prowl 5K begins at Pulaski Heights...

    On Saturday, April 25, 2026, Pulaski Heights Middle School PTSA will host the 10th anniversary of the Panther Prowl 5K. The race begins at 8:00 am.

    The Panther Prowl 5K begins at Pulaski Heights Middle School, runs through Knoop Park and historic Hillcrest and ends back at PHMS. Morning of Race Fun will include music and festivities for all! More details to come!

    For additional race information, including sponsorship opportunities, volunteer opportunities or general questions, email [email protected]

    Packet pick up will be Friday, April 24, 2026, 11am-6pm at a location to be determined.

    Please join us for this fun race to support and celebrate Pulaski Heights Middle School!

    3.1 Miles 5k Run

    401 N. Pine Street, Little Rock, Arkansas, 72205, United States
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  • MacArthur Park 5K [macarthurparklr.org] [Register at runsignup.com]

    Sat, May 02, 2026 at 7:00 PM

    Description

    The MacArthur Park 5K is an annual race in downtown Little Rock coordinated by the MacArthur Park Group, Little Rock Parks & Recreation and Downtown Little Rock Partnership. The 3.1 mile race (5K)...

    The MacArthur Park 5K is an annual race in downtown Little Rock coordinated by the MacArthur Park Group, Little Rock Parks & Recreation and Downtown Little Rock Partnership. The 3.1 mile race (5K) begins from the North Lawn (9th Street) of MacArthur Park in front of the MacArthur Museum of Arkansas Military History. Proceeds from this year’s race will support continued efforts to make much needed improvements to MacArthur Park.

    Packet pick up is from 5 p.m.- 6:45p.m. on Friday, May 1st on the North Lawn directly in front of the MacArthur Museum of Arkansas Military History. You will receive your t-shirt, bib and chip. The race will begin promptly at 7 p.m. This race is timed using chip timing. Each chip must be returned to the race organizers once you cross the finish line.

    Once you've crossed the finish line, please stay for the awards ceremony, live music, with plenty of food and drinks, including Stone's Throw beer!

    Information about Corporate Teams and Sponsorships can be found at https://www.macarthurparklr.org/macarthur-park-5k.

    5k Run

    503 East Ninth Street, Little Rock, Arkansas, 72202, United States
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