3rd Annual Saline County Striders Turkey Trot 5K 2026 — Benton, AR

Date
November 21, 2026
Location
Benton, AR
Venue
200 N. Market St., First United Methodist Church
Start Time
8:00 AM
Sunrise
6:49 AM
Entry Fee
$35.00
Events
3rd Annual Saline County Striders Turkey Trot 5K
Includes
Race Shirt
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The 2nd Annual Saline County Strider Turkey Trot 5K takes place at First United Methodist Church (200 N. Market St.) in Benton, Arkansas on November 21, 2026. The 5K starts at 8:00 AM, giving runners an early-morning option before the holiday festivities begin. Entry is $35.00. This local running event offers a straightforward fall race opportunity for athletes looking to log miles during the Thanksgiving season.

From the Race Organizer
Get Ready to Gobble Till You Wobble at the 3rd Annual Turkey Trot 5K! 🦃 Date: November 21, 2026 ⏰ Time: 8:00 AM 📍 Race Start: Corner of Market & Sevier, Benton 📍 Packet Pickup: 200 N. Market St., First United Methodist Church, Benton 🏃‍♀️ Hosted by the Saline County Striders Run/Walk Club Run for History, Run for Fun, Run for the Future! Kickstart your Thanksgiving with a trot through beautiful downtown Benton ! Whether you’re running for a new personal best or taking it easy with family and friends, the 3rd Annual Turkey Trot 5K is the perfect way to get moving before your feast. Why You Should Join the Flock: 🌟 Run with Purpose – Support the mission of preserving history and nature in Benton! 🏅 Finisher Medal – Cross the line, and you'll get a shiny token of victory. 👕 Exclusive T-shirt – Register by November 12th to strut your stuff in style! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ Top Finishers Medals – 1st through 3rd place medals for the first three males and females to cross the finish line! 🎉 Family Fun – Start a new Thanksgiving tradition with loved ones in Benton! Sign Up Today – Don’t Miss Out! 🏃‍♂️ Register here now and be part of something BIG. Help us make this Turkey Trot a race to remember while giving back to the community and preserving our shared history! Thank you from Saline County Striders!

Course & Travel Notes

The 3rd Annual Saline County Striders Turkey Trot 5K takes place in Benton, Arkansas on November 21, 2026, with an 8:00 AM start time, which is 70 minutes after sunrise at 6:50 AM. The venue sits at 423 feet elevation. Bill & Hillary Clinton National Airport/Adams Field (LIT) is located 23.6 miles from the race venue. November typical weather normals for the area include an average high of 63°F, an average low of 45°F, and measurable precipitation occurring on approximately 31% of days.

⛰️ 423 ft elevation☀️ Typically 63°F / 45°F · 31% chance of rain✈️ Bill & Hillary Clinton National Airport/Adams Field (LIT) — 23.6 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is 3rd Annual Saline County Striders Turkey Trot 5K 2026 — Benton, AR?

3rd Annual Saline County Striders Turkey Trot 5K 2026 — Benton, AR takes place on November 21, 2026. The race is held in Benton, Arkansas.

Where is 3rd Annual Saline County Striders Turkey Trot 5K 2026 — Benton, AR held?

3rd Annual Saline County Striders Turkey Trot 5K 2026 — Benton, AR is held at 200 N. Market St., First United Methodist Church in Benton, Arkansas.

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