Sign up for the Boaters Education program by Arkansas Game and Fish Commission (AGFC). The City of Benton Parks and Recreation Department will host AGFC’s 2-day class in June. Read more below. Registration ends June 13th for this class that teaches the basic of boating in Arkansas. The class is for ages 11 through adults. […]
The Beat Goes on 5K race is rescheduled due to extreme cold
Due to extreme cold temperatures and potentially icy conditions, we have postponed the Beat Goes on 5K. It has been rescheduled to Saturday, April 19, 2025. On Saturday, February 22nd, Saline Memorial Hospital is hosting the Beat Goes on 5K. The race starts at 9 a.m. at Saline Memorial Hospital, loops through downtown Benton […]
Bryant’s Christmas in the Park Dec 14th is changing locations
ATTENTION, THERE HAS BEEN S LOCATION CHANGE. Come celebrate with the community at the Inaugural Campbell Christmas in the Park event in Bryant, on Saturday, December 14th. Read more below. This big event has changed venues due to the weather, and will be held at Bishop Park indoors. (Not at Mills Park). The address is […]
Sign up for Run Run Rudolph 5K and Fun Run, Dec 7th
Don’t be a Grinch – sign up for the 6th Annual Run Run Rudolph 5K & Fun Run December 7th. Come dressed in your festive attire! This event is in partnership with Saline County Striders and sponsored by Everett Chevrolet. Read more below Where Registration and the races will take place at The River Center, 1800 […]
Jeepers Halloween to bring a 5K, Treats, a Race, Inflatables and more on Oct 19th
Come to the big family carnival event on October 19th. That Saturday is Jeepers Halloween at Riverside Park, featuring a Costume Fun Run and 5K, loads of candy for the kiddos, bounce houses and of course a decorated Jeep display. READ MORE BELOW This event benefits Cooper-Anthony Mercy Child Advocacy Center and is sponsored by […]
Striders to host free walk/run clinic beginning Sept 17th
The Saline County Striders will host their free 2nd Annual Walk/Run Clinic beginning on September 17th. READ MORE BELOW This is a free 10-week training program for everyone of all ages and abilities to learn to run or walk for exercise. The sessions will be on Tuesday and Thursday nights at 6:00 p.m. at […]
Get kids registered for Benton’s 7th Annual Back to School Bash & Family Glow Run Aug 17th
Come to the 7th Annual Back to School Bash & Family Glow Run. It’s Saturday, August 17th, presented by DJ Motley State Farm! READ MORE BELOW [AD CODE] There will be DJ music, a climbing wall, bounce houses and food trucks. The Glow Run begins at 8pm. Registration is required and the course is a little less […]
Register now for the St Patrick’s Day 5K & Fun Run Mar 16th in Benton
Register now to race! The 7th Annual St. Patrick’s Day 5K & Little Leprechaun Fun Run is coming on Saturday, March 16th. This race is presented by the Saline County Striders. Dress in your St. Patrick’s Day attire and race to the Pot of Gold! REGISTRATION Registration is $30 and includes a shirt if you sign […]
Sign up for Run Run Rudolph 5K and Santa in the Park; Both are Dec 2nd
Get your jingle bells on because the Run-Run Rudolph 5K and Fun Run is coming December 2, 2023 to Benton, Arkansas. Registration information is below. You can participate in the 5K for free if you donate new and unused toys by the deadline of November 28th. These toys will benefit kids of the Saline County […]
Annual “Run, Run Rudolph” 5K & Fun Run set for December 2nd
Benton Parks & Recreation will host the Annual Run, Run Rudolph 5k and Fun Run in partnership with the Saline County Striders Saturday, December 2nd. 6:30 am -Check-in, 7:30am – 5k Start Time and 8:30 am – Fun Run Start Time. Registration fee: $25 includes shirt. Registration after November 14 – $30, Day of Registration […]