Roberds Run 4 Your Life 5k & Walk to Remember

Benefiting PEARL and Honoring the Legacy of Ben Roberds

Join us for PEARL's 6th Annual Roberds Run 4 Your Life 5K & Walk to Remember, an annual fundraiser benefiting PEARL and honoring the legacy of Ben Roberds, co-founder of PEARL and a Bentonville attorney. Inspired by Ben's vision of supporting long-term recovery, the event also helps support PEARL's partnership with the annual Benton County Specialty Court Graduation, celebrating graduates as they reach an important milestone in their recovery.

Race Perks

• Finisher Medal: One-of-a-kind finisher medal for all 5K participants
• Awards: Awards for top finishers
• Registration Discount: $5 off registration through September 1, 2026

Event Details

• Location: 2300 South Dixieland Road, Rogers, AR
• Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026 (or run virtually anytime in October)
• Weather: Rain or shine. Severe weather may shift the event to a virtual event.

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 and supporting those still on their recovery journey)
• 7:00–10:00 AM: Community Fair
• Timing: Professionally timed by Race Wizard.

Shirt Cutoff: October 1 at noon CDT. Registrations after this date are not guaranteed a shirt or preferred size.

Packet Pickup

• Friday, October 23: 1:00-6:00 PM at 115 N. Dixieland, Rogers, AR 72756
• Saturday, October 24: Starting at 6:30 AM at Rogers High School parking lot
• Monday, October 26: Virtual participant swag pickup (Northwest Arkansas residents) or mail-out for non-local participants

Volunteer Opportunities

We need 50+ volunteers for race day, from course marshals to setup and tear-down crews. Volunteers receive an event t-shirt and swag bag. Email Jeff Toliver at jeff@arpearl.org for more details.

Sponsors

Interested in sponsoring the event? View our 5K Sponsorship Packet to learn about opportunities and benefits, or email Jeff Toliver at jeff@arpearl.org.

About PEARL

PEARL is a Northwest Arkansas 501(c)(3) nonprofit serving individuals affected by substance use disorder through recovery housing, peer services, financial assistance, and life skills education.

For more information, visit the race page: Roberds Run 4 Your Life.