Events under 'Running'

Question: Is it supposed to be DO NOT STOP, or DONUT STOP? Answer: YES!
Like Running or Walking? Love Donuts? This race is for you! Join us for the annual DoNot Stop Half Marathon, 5k/10k! A donut-themed event that is perfect for the whole family.

The fun includes -

Great Swag - designer shirt & custom medal
Chip-timing with live results and awards
Free photos
Delicious donut waiting at the finish line
Plenty of fun!

Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one!

Can't make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag!

• Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $15

Half - Marathon registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
10k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
5k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
1 Mile registration includes a designer shirt and a an awesome finisher medal!
The kid's dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal for our kids' dash event! (If your child wants to run the kid's dash, and doesn't want the SWAG, they are welcome to run with us on race day for free!)

• Register by Thursday at midnight the week BEFORE the race to be guaranteed a shirt

Come and race at the most beautiful triathlon venue in Northwest Arkansas! Mount Sequoyah offers incredible views and lots of shade. We will start in a heated, outdoor pool, followed by a scenic but challenging loop around the top of the mountain before finishing on a paved flat run course that will take you across the finish line with some additional fun waiting for racers.

Join us at the Mount Sequoyah Triathlon, a unique event designed for children aged 5-15 and their parents. Experience the thrill of a triathlon in a fun and safe environment.

Spectators are not only welcomed but encouraged! For the racers, spectators and cheering crowds is what can make a good race turn into a great race. If you have ever raced before, you know how helpful it is having someone you know supporting you and even hearing cheers from complete strangers. Come out and enjoy a beautiful venue while supporting some amazing triathletes.

See link above for more details and to register! 

The Ozark Valley Triathlon (OVT), Fayetteville’s oldest triathlon event, returns with a bang for 2025! The two-day event, planned for the weekend of June 21-22, 2025, marks the fourth consecutive year for Fayetteville to host a full slate of USA Triathlon (USAT) National Championship events.

It’s only fitting that a gravel and mountain-biking haven like Fayetteville, Arkansas would be asked to host this national, championship-level gravel biking event yet again. As the most bike-friendly city in Northwest Arkansas, Fayetteville is a natural fit for mountain bikers and gravel fiends looking for new adventure as the sport continues to explode in popularity!

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. UPDATE - Gravel and Mtn Bike events both to be held on Saturday, June 29 at the same time.

Saturday, June 21 - OVT Gravel Triathlon, Gravel Duathlon, Mtn Bike Triathlon and Mtn Bike Duathlon events. Both off-road triathlons will have a 1,000 yard swim. Gravel bike course is 18 miles, mtn bike course is 12 miles and the triathlon run course is an epic 5 miles. Both the gravel and mtn bike duathlon run courses will consist of a 3 mile Run #1 and 5 mile Run #2 courses.

Sunday, June 22 - Ozark Valley Triathlon (road events) is hosting the 2025 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.

OVT road events:

Sprint Triathlon - 400 yard swim, 13 mile bike, 2 mile run (2024 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 (2024 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 and combined with unique finisher medals, post-race food, awards and prizes all make this race one not want to miss.

The Ozark Valley Triathlon (OVT), Fayetteville’s oldest triathlon event, returns with a bang for 2025! The two-day event, planned for the weekend of June 21-22, 2025, marks the fourth consecutive year for Fayetteville to host a full slate of USA Triathlon (USAT) National Championship events.

It’s only fitting that a gravel and mountain-biking haven like Fayetteville, Arkansas would be asked to host this national, championship-level gravel biking event yet again. As the most bike-friendly city in Northwest Arkansas, Fayetteville is a natural fit for mountain bikers and gravel fiends looking for new adventure as the sport continues to explode in popularity!

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. UPDATE - Gravel and Mtn Bike events both to be held on Saturday, June 29 at the same time.

Saturday, June 21 - OVT Gravel Triathlon, Gravel Duathlon, Mtn Bike Triathlon and Mtn Bike Duathlon events. Both off-road triathlons will have a 1,000 yard swim. Gravel bike course is 18 miles, mtn bike course is 12 miles and the triathlon run course is an epic 5 miles. Both the gravel and mtn bike duathlon run courses will consist of a 3 mile Run #1 and 5 mile Run #2 courses.

Sunday, June 22 - Ozark Valley Triathlon (road events) is hosting the 2025 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.

OVT road events:

Sprint Triathlon - 400 yard swim, 13 mile bike, 2 mile run (2024 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 (2024 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 and combined with unique finisher medals, post-race food, awards and prizes all make this race one not want to miss.

The first ever Dickson Street Mile was so much fun, that we're bringing it back again in 2025.

Starting and finishing on Dickson Street, this one mile race will soon become as iconic as its namesake. Several different race heats will provide a race option for everyone: speedsters, strollers, walkers - even dogs! The race should feel like a parade, with engagement and excitement along the course for both participants and spectators.

The Dickson Street Mile will start and finish at the intersection of N. Powerhouse Avenue and Dickson Street, near the front of George's Majestic Lounge on Dickson Street. The course will utilize Dickson Street, West Avenue, Spring Street, and East Avenue.

Adults $30, Youth $15

Four distances to choose from...half marathon, 10K, 5K and fun run. The race will visit some of Fayetteville's most unique spots.

Schedule
Race Day: Saturday, Dec 6, 2025

Friday, Dec 5, 2025:

Location - The Town Center - 715 West Mountain, Fayetteville AR 72701. Parking available in the underground parking lot.
11 am - 7 pm: Packet pickup and onsite registration.

Saturday, Dec 6, 2025:

Location -The Gardens on Univ of Arkansas campus - 450 S Razorback Rd, Fayetteville, AR
5:30 - 6:30 am: Packet pickup
6:50 am: Prayer & National Anthem
6:55 am: Pre Stage Half Marathon
7:00 am: Half Marathon start
7:15 am: 10K start
7:20 am: 5K start
7:23 am: Fun Run start
8:00 am: Post race celebration begins
8:15 am 5K Awards begin
8:45 am 10K Awards begin
9:30 am Half Marathon Awards begin
Noon: Post race celebration ends