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, 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 Benton County Specialty Courts through their annual graduation event, 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 PEARL Peer Recovery Center, 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 swag bags while supplies last. 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 our race page: Roberds Run 4 Your Life 5K & Walk to Remember.