Roberds Run 4 Your Life 5k & Walk to Remember
- Date
- October 17, 2026
- Location
- 2300 S Dixieland Rd, Rogers, AR
- Distance
- Run 4 Your Life 5k · Walk to Remember · Virtual Walk / Run
From the Organizer
2026 Race Date Update:
The Run 4 Your Life 5K & Walk to Remember is currently scheduled for October 17, 2026 as a placeholder while final logistics are confirmed. All registered participants will be notified once the official race date is finalized. Thank you for your flexibility and support.
Roberds Run 4 Your Life 5K & Walk to Remember
Benefiting P.E.A.R.L. and the Ben Roberds Scholarship Fund
The Roberds Run 4 Your Life 5K & Walk to Remember is an annual fundraiser benefiting Northwest Arkansas–based nonprofit P.E.A.R.L. The Ben Roberds Scholarship Fund honors the life and work of Ben Roberds, whose career was cut short by cancer on April 24, 2019, at the age of 37. Each year, the scholarship creates opportunities for graduates of the Benton County Specialty Court to continue their education through an accredited 2- or 4-year college or vocational school.
Race Perks:
- All 5K participants receive a one-of-a-kind finisher medal
- Awards for top finishers
- $5 off registration through September 1, 2025
Race Day:
📍 Location: 2300 South Dixieland Road, Rogers, AR
📅 Date: Saturday, October 18, 2025 (or run virtually anytime in October)
☔ Rain or shine — severe weather may shift the event to virtual.
Schedule:
7:30 AM – Run 4 Your Life 5K (flat course along Blossom Way Trail)
9:00 AM – Walk to Remember (honoring loved ones lost to substance use disorder)
7:00–10:00 AM – Community Fair
⏱ Timing provided by Race Wizard
Shirt Cutoff: October 1 at Noon CST. Registrations after this date are not guaranteed a shirt or preferred size.
Packet Pickup:
Friday, October 17 – 1:00–6:00 PM, 115 N. Dixieland, Rogers, AR 72756
Saturday, October 18 – Race Day, starting at 6:30 AM (Rogers High School parking lot)
Monday, October 21 – Virtual participant swag pickup (NWA residents) or mail-out for non-local participants
Volunteer Opportunities:
We need 50+ volunteers for race day — from course marshals to setup/tear down crew. Volunteers receive a race t-shirt and swag bag. Email Jeff Toliver jeff@arpearl.org for more details.
Sponsors:
Interested in sponsoring? Email jeff@arpearl.org
About PEARL:
P.E.A.R.L. is a NWA 501c3 nonprofit serving individuals in recovery through recovery housing, financial assistance, peer services, and essential life skills classes to support successful reentry into the community.
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
71°
Typical Low
46°
Chance of Rain
21%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Bentonville 4 S, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Rogers, AR
Population
71,411
as of 2023
Elevation
1,365 ft
Nearest Airport
XNA
Northwest Arkansas National Airport · 10 mi
Major Hub
TUL
Tulsa International Airport · 98 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
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What Are You
Waiting For?
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Days to train
- Race
- Roberds Run 4 Your Life 5k & Walk to Remember
- Date
- October 17, 2026
- Location
- 2300 S Dixieland Rd, Rogers, AR
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Roberds Run 4 Your Life 5k & Walk to Remember?
- Roberds Run 4 Your Life 5k & Walk to Remember is a running race held in Rogers, Arkansas on October 17, 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 Roberds Run 4 Your Life 5k & Walk to Remember?
- Saturday, October 17, 2026 in Rogers, Arkansas at 2300 S Dixieland Rd, Rogers, AR. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Roberds Run 4 Your Life 5k & Walk to Remember?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Roberds Run 4 Your Life 5k & Walk to Remember
Oct 17, 2026