Built in the Augustan period after the 7th century BC, the Hippodrome of Mount Lykaion held Pan-Arcadian and Pan-Hellenic athletic contests and horse races every four years to honour Zeus.

Around 308–304 BC, Ptolemy I’s son, Lagos participated and won a two-horse chariot race.

[3] During Pausanias’ visit, there was no activity on the hippodrome in the 2nd century, showing that athletic races may have moved elsewhere.

Four row of well-cut line blocks (measured 38m) made for seating was found in the site, where the hippodrome was presumed to be.

[3][4] Since 1973 on every summer, the modern Mount Lykaion games were held every four years as a nine-day regional and cultural festival.

Part of the hippodrome has been converted into a gravel car park, and also into a 200m long running track.