SDIA Turkey Trot for Heroes
SDIA Turkey Trot for Heroes is a running race on September 23 – November 29, 2026 in Rogers, AR, with entry fees from $20 to $40.
- Date
- September 23 – November 29, 2026 (64 days to go)
- Location
- 1200 Walnut St, Rogers, AR
- Price
- $20–$40
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Held every Thanksgiving morning at the Center for Non Profits in Roger, AR our Turkey Trot for Heroes 5K is an exciting event that garners the full support of local runners, running organizations, and our communities.
In addition to the traditional 5K run, we have a Wild Gobbler 5K (a 5K with 5 stations of exercises throughout the route dedicated to Fallen Heroes), and a 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk!
We are proud to partner again this year with Rogers Fraternal Order of Police! Proceeds from the race fund the programs of Sheep Dog Impact Assistance.
NEW AWARDS! The Wild Gobbler has 1st, 2nd and 3rd Place for men and women!!
- Best Dressed award for the best dressed individual OR group -- Please dress in THANKSGIVING COSTUMES (Turkey, pilgrim, fall fun, etc.)
- Founders Favorite chosen by our very own SgtMaj Lance Nutt
So many new and exciting things, and YOU can make a difference! Your participation will allow SDIA to help fellow Sheep Dogs Get Off The Couch and reengage in living active, meaningful and productive lives learning post traumatic growth through our Outdoor Adventure, Warrior PATHH and Continued Service/Disaster Response programs.
Run with us in the morning before heading home for pie and turkey! Don’t miss this opportunity to #GetOffTheCouch and help our nation’s heroes!
Packet Pickup: Wednesday, Nov 26th, 5:00-7:00pm in McAuley Hall at the Center For Nonprofits, 1200 W. Walnut St, Rogers, AR.
Race Location: Center for Nonprofits 1200 W. Walnut St, Rogers, AR
Thanksgiving Morning Schedule:
- 7:45am Packet Pickup (If you did not pickup the night before)
- 7:45am Day of Registration
- 9:00am 5K, Wild Gobbler and 1 Mile Fun Run begin
- Awards immediately following the races
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
80°
Typical Low
54°
Chance of Rain
21%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Bentonville 4 S, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Rogers, AR
Population
71,411
as of 2023
City 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
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at SDIA Turkey Trot for Heroes, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
- Race
- SDIA Turkey Trot for Heroes
- Date
- September 23 – November 29, 2026
- Location
- 1200 Walnut St, Rogers, AR
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Make it a Racecation
Coming from out of town? There's more to Rogers than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.
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SDIA Turkey Trot for Heroes
Sep 23, 2026