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Thursday, November 26th, 2026
251 N. West Avenue, Fayetteville AR
5K
38–55°F · some rain risk
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On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2025
33–46°F
dry
2024
28–55°F
dry
2023
29–45°F
dry
2022
39–54°F
rain
2021
26–52°F
dry
2020
35–62°F
dry
2019
50–67°F
rain
2018
21–37°F
dry
2017
35–64°F
dry
2016
36–56°F
dry
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About this race
Event Overview
Join us for a new family tradition! Before you gather to eat, gather to move with your feet! This family friendly event has something for everyone. Choose either a 5k (3.1 miles) or 1K (.62) that is perfect for families and little ones! This new course will be everything we love about Fayetteville: hilly, scenic, fun, and downtown!
Community Focus
The Spark Foundation is all about encouraging our community to get active and stay active. In keeping with our mission we have eliminated age group awards for the Turkey Trot, we want the person who motivates you to be, YOU!
Registration Information
- Attention Registrants: Due to a high volume of registrants for the Turkey Trot-N-Trek, participants who register for the 5K after 11/19/25 will not be guaranteed a beanie or medal.
- 1K Participants: 1K participants will NOT receive a beanie at the Turkey Trot-N-Trek, but will receive a finisher medal.
We Hope to See You!
We can't wait to see you on race day!
Event Details
- Date: 2026-11-26
- Location: 251 N. West Avenue, Fayetteville, AR
- Registration Link: Turkey Trot-n-Trek Registration
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