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.
Expedition Ozark
April 3 - April 8
Choice of 8 hour or 5 days races.
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A professional, AR World Series, expedition adventure race course set in the stunning Ozark Mountains
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A fully supported event – no support crews required. Bikes and equipment boxes will be moved by our logistics team to race transitions managed by race volunteers
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A spacious and well-equipped race HQ in Bentonville (bag storage will be possible during the race)
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Two nights’ accommodation prior to the race, and one or two nights at the finish (depending on finish time)
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Airport transfers – Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas (XNA) is an 8 mile/5 km trip (Dallas Airport (5.5 hours) will be arranged if there is demand)
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A post-race festival and awards ceremony with the community in Bentonville, including food, music and other festivities
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Two sets of race maps per team (waterproof)
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Any equipment required for activities and ‘surprise challenges’. (everything except pack rafts and gear boxes included)
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Support from our race safety and medical team
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Custom designed Expedition Ozark race bibs (yours to keep)
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Race garments and swag (shirts, buffs, local products etc)
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Finisher gift
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Live online tracking, professional photography, video and extensive media coverage for friends, family and sponsors to follow (photos will be freely available to teams after the race)
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$20,000 in prize money
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The winning team receives a free entry to the 2023 race
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A fair and competitive event, adopting ARWS rules and refereeing standards
