Photo: Matti Blume · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsGravel Biking
Life Time Big Sugar Classic (Big Sugar Gravel)
Bentonville, United States
October 16, 2027Date confirmed
160.93 km80.47 km
City RunMountain+1
USRegional Running Calendar
Running races in Arkansas
15 verified events (1 confirmed dates) and 46 races in Arkansas with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events151 confirmed dates
Competitions46Races & courses
Distances5 - 160.9 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+2,460 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
Photo: Matti Blume · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Photo: DS Pugh · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
City of Colleges Half Marathon
Conway, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunPublic Park+1
Photo: Gzen92 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningUTMB Index Races
Razorback Running Revival
Mountainburg, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
80.47 km55.6 km29 km16 km
Lakes & PondsNature & Off-Road+5
Photo: Shixart1985 · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWorld Marathon Majors Qualifier
Little Rock Marathon
Little Rock, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42 km21 km10 km5 km
City RunKids & Youth Races+1
Photo: Shixart1985 · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Mid-South Races for Hope
Wynne, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km5 km
City RunPublic Park+1
Photo: Wilfredor · CC0 1.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Jim Rowland FCA River Valley Run
Fort Smith, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km10 km5 km
Lakes & PondsCity Run+1
Photo: Wilfredor · CC0 1.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Fayetteville Half Marathon
Fayetteville, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunPublic Park
Photo: Parkywiki · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Course Ninja du parc Two River
Little Rock, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunLakes & Ponds+2
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
October 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 16, 2027 | Life Time Big Sugar Classic (Big Sugar Gravel) | Bentonville, Arkansas, US | Gravel Biking | 160.93 km80.47 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | City of Colleges Half Marathon | Conway, Arkansas, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Razorback Running Revival | Mountainburg, Arkansas, US | Trail Running | 80.47 km55.6 km29 km16 km |
| Date to be announced | Little Rock Marathon | Little Rock, Arkansas, US | Road Running | 42 km21 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Mid-South Races for Hope | Wynne, Arkansas, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Jim Rowland FCA River Valley Run | Fort Smith, Arkansas, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Fayetteville Half Marathon | Fayetteville, Arkansas, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Course Ninja du parc Two River | Little Rock, Arkansas, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Semi-Marathon du Hero | Fayetteville, Arkansas, US | Road Running | 21.1 km11 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | White River Marathon for Kenya | Cotter, Arkansas, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km |
| Date to be announced | Hope for the Holidays in Memory of Garrett Yeager | Batesville, Arkansas, US | Road Running | 21.1 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Full mOOn | Perryville, Arkansas, US | Trail Running | 50 km25 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The region of Arkansas (North America, United States) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 15 public events and 46 individual races, including 1 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running, Trail Running, and Gravel Biking. Key host locations include Bentonville, Conway, Mountainburg, and Little Rock. Notable events in the selection include Life Time Big Sugar Classic (Big Sugar Gravel), City of Colleges Half Marathon, and Razorback Running Revival.
Race distances span from 5 km to 160.9 km, reaching up to +2,460 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Arkansas includes an interactive MapLibre course map powered by OpenStreetMap, a high-resolution SVG elevation profile with gradient telemetry, and a direct GPX track download.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many running events and races take place in Arkansas?
RunningCompass currently lists 15 verified events with 46 individual races in Arkansas. A total of 1 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Life Time Big Sugar Classic (Big Sugar Gravel), City of Colleges Half Marathon, and Razorback Running Revival.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Arkansas?
Events in Arkansas focus on Road Running, Trail Running, and Gravel Biking. Course distances range from 5 km entry-level races up to 160.9 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Bentonville, Conway, Mountainburg, and Little Rock.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Arkansas?
The most selective courses in Arkansas climb up to +2,460 m of positive elevation gain. Each event page provides exact altitude range, ascent (+m), descent (-m), average and maximum gradient, an interactive course map, and a downloadable GPX file.
How can I find dates and register for running events in Arkansas?
The monthly race calendar on this page groups all confirmed dates chronologically alongside annual events awaiting their next date announcement. Use the discipline, distance, and month links or switch to the interactive map view (/en/events?view=map) to inspect individual event profiles and official organizer registration links.