Downtown Springdale Goes Full Speed This April
Cycling fans, here’s your reason to hang out downtown on a Tuesday night. The Natural State Criterium Series is back this spring and summer, and downtown Springdale is once again turning into a racecourse for some seriously fast laps and big-time prizes.
Whether you’re a rider, a fan, or just someone who loves a little midweek action, this is one of the most exciting and spectator-friendly events of the season.
The Deets
📍 Where: Shiloh Square & Emma Ave, Downtown Springdale
📅 When:
• Tuesday, April 16
• Tuesday, May 7
• Tuesday, June 18
⏰ Time: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
🎟️ Register or get details: BikeReg – Natural State Criterium Series
Why It’s Worth Checking Out
🚴 Fast-paced racing all night long – Riders race laps through the streets of Springdale in a closed-course setup that brings the action close. Each lap only takes 2-3 minutes, so the energy stays high from start to finish.
🥇 Big cash & big prizes – Over $10,000 in cash and prizes are on the line across the series, with some laps awarding up to $1,000 for a single win!
👀 Great for spectators – Whether you grab a spot along Emma Avenue or hang out near the start/finish line, you’ll catch nonstop action with elite-level cyclists and rising junior talent all in one night.
🧑🚴♀️ All levels welcome – From juniors (ages 9–16) to beginners and serious racers, there’s a category for everyone:
- 5:00 PM – Women’s Race (Cat 3/4/5) – 25 mins
- 5:35 PM – Juniors Age 9–12 – 15 mins
- 6:00 PM – Juniors Age 13–16 – 20 mins
- Followed by C, B, and A Races, including a 45-minute main event with regional pros.
🏆 Prizes & Podiums – Top finishers get prizes, recognition, and some major street cred. Lap primes include gift cards and local goodies.
How to Stay in the Loop
More race details and registration:
🔗 BikeReg.com
You can also follow local cycling groups on social for updates and behind-the-scenes content.
Planning to Watch or Race?
Grab your friends, find a spot on the sidewalk, and soak in the energy of a downtown crit race under the lights. Whether you’re racing or just cheering them on, this one’s a guaranteed good time. See you on the square!
