SDIA Turkey Trot for Heroes
- Date Wed 23rd September 2026 - Sun 29th November 2026
- Time 9:00AM CDT
- Location Rogers, Arkansas
- Price $22.20 - $43.40
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the annual SDIA Turkey Trot for Heroes, taking place from September 23rd to November 29th, 2026, in Rogers, Benton! This invigorating community event will be held on Thanksgiving morning at the Center for Non Profits, where local runners and families come together to celebrate fitness and support our heroes.
Participants can choose from three exciting race options: the traditional 5K run, the unique Wild Gobbler 5K featuring fun exercise stations honoring Fallen Heroes, and a 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk perfect for all ages. With new awards up for grabs, including the coveted Best Dressed prize for the most festive Thanksgiving costumes, there’s something for everyone! Join us at 9:00 AM on Thanksgiving morning to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a fun-filled day of running and community spirit. Don’t miss this chance to #GetOffTheCouch and support the Sheep Dog Impact Assistance programs that help veterans reintegrate into active and fulfilling lives. Let's trot together for a great cause before heading home for pie and turkey!
Participants can choose from three exciting race options: the traditional 5K run, the unique Wild Gobbler 5K featuring fun exercise stations honoring Fallen Heroes, and a 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk perfect for all ages. With new awards up for grabs, including the coveted Best Dressed prize for the most festive Thanksgiving costumes, there’s something for everyone! Join us at 9:00 AM on Thanksgiving morning to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a fun-filled day of running and community spirit. Don’t miss this chance to #GetOffTheCouch and support the Sheep Dog Impact Assistance programs that help veterans reintegrate into active and fulfilling lives. Let's trot together for a great cause before heading home for pie and turkey!
Organiser's Description
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! Dont miss this opportunity to #GetOffTheCouch and help our nations 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
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! Dont miss this opportunity to #GetOffTheCouch and help our nations 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
Races
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SDIA Turkey Trot for Heroes 5K
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Thu 26th November 2026 (9:00AM CST)
$38.10
OPENS 31 AUG -
SDIA Turkey Trot for Heroes 1Mile Fun Run and Walk
Incl. $2.20 Fee
Thu 26th November 2026 (9:00AM CST)
$22.20
OPENS 31 AUG -
SDIA Wild Gobbler
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Thu 26th November 2026 (9:00AM CST)
$43.40
OPENS 31 AUG -
SDIA Turkey Trot for Heroes 5K - VIRTUAL
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
$38.10
OPENS 23 SEP
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