Turkey Trails - Fayetteville
Fayetteville's Turkey Trails offers a Thanksgiving-themed half marathon with custom swag and a festive atmosphere.
Race Date
Nov 15, 2026
Location
Fayetteville, AR
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, November 15, 2026
- Location
- Fayetteville, Arkansas
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 50m, 1 Miles, 3.1 Miles, 6.2 Miles, Virtual Race, Volunteer then Run
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Turkey Trails Half Marathon in Fayetteville, Arkansas, provides a Thanksgiving-themed running experience that's perfect for families and runners alike. This annual event is known for its great swag, including designer long-sleeve shirts and custom finisher medals for all participants.
Runners can expect a chip-timed race with live results and awards, ensuring a professional and engaging competition. The course is designed to be fast, with minimal elevation change, making it a potential PR course for many. Post-race, participants are treated to delicious food and plenty of fun, capping off a rewarding day.
With options for 5k, 10k, and a half marathon, plus a virtual race choice, Turkey Trails aims to be inclusive. The event also offers youth-based pricing for shorter distances, making it accessible for younger runners, and a free kids' dash for those 10 and under.
Race-provided description
Join us for the annual Turkey Trails 5k/10k/Half Marathon! A fun, Thanksgiving-themed event that is perfect for the whole family.
The fun includes -
Great Swag - designer shirt & custom medal
Chip-timing with live results and awards
Free photos
Delicious Treats waiting at the finish line
Plenty of fun! Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one! Can't make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag! *Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $17!
Half Marathon registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
5k/10k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
The kid's dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal for our kids' dash event! (If your child wants to run the kid's dash, and doesn't want the SWAG, they are welcome to run with us on race day for free!) *Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt!
Logistics
Race Day
Sunday, November 15, 2026
Start Time
8:00 AM
Giveaway
Long Sleeve Shirt
Start Location
TBD, Fayetteville, AR, 72703
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Quality Score
first year
no finisher counts yet
small race — neutral
needs a few years of results
3 timing sources
no finisher data yet
no winner time yet
typical high 61°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
42°
Afternoon (High)
61°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.0"
Precipitation
12 mph
Wind
67%
Humidity
Frequently asked
When is the Turkey Trails - Fayetteville?
The Turkey Trails - Fayetteville is held on Sunday, November 15, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
Where does the Turkey Trails - Fayetteville take place?
It takes place in Fayetteville, Arkansas.
What distances does the Turkey Trails - Fayetteville offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 50m, 1 Miles, 3.1 Miles, 6.2 Miles, Virtual Race, Volunteer then Run.
Is the Turkey Trails - Fayetteville course flat and good for a PR?
The Turkey Trails - Fayetteville is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
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