Big Dam Bridge100 presented by Arvest
- Date
- September 26, 2026
- Distance
- 15 Mile · 26 Mile · 50 Mile & more
From the Organizer
The Big Dam Bridge 100 is an annual event in central Arkansas that celebrates the "Big Dam Bridge" over the Arkansas River. The 4,226-foot bridge is the longest bridge built for pedestrian and bicycle traffic in North America. It connects over 40 miles of scenic riverside trails between Little Rock and North Little Rock. It also serves as the backbone for connecting over 70,000 acres of various city, county, state & federal parks.
The BDB 100 offers several routes ranging between 15 and 105 miles, with beautiful mountain and river scenery, as well as a few challenging hills on the longer routes. The event provides participants with well-marked courses, fun aid stations with tasty treats and beverages, great volunteer support, event t-shirt, a unique finisher medal, post-ride food and drinks along with a unique finish-line experience.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
81°
Typical Low
60°
Chance of Rain
23%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Little Rock, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About North Little Rock, AR
Population
64,504
as of 2023
Elevation
338 ft
Nearest Airport
LIT
Bill & Hillary Clinton National Airport/Adams Field · 5 mi
Major Hub
MEM
Memphis International Airport · 132 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Big Dam Bridge100 presented by Arvest, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
110
Days to train
- Race
- Big Dam Bridge100 presented by Arvest
- Date
- September 26, 2026
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Big Dam Bridge100 presented by Arvest?
- Big Dam Bridge100 presented by Arvest is a running race held in North Little Rock, Arkansas on September 26, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Big Dam Bridge100 presented by Arvest?
- Saturday, September 26, 2026 in North Little Rock, Arkansas at 2 Riverfront Dr, North Little Rock, AR. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Big Dam Bridge100 presented by Arvest?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Big Dam Bridge100 presented by Arvest
Sep 26, 2026