Turkey Trails - Fayetteville 2026
- Date
- Sunday, November 15, 2026
- Start time
- 8:00 AM start (Chicago)
- Location
- Fayetteville, Arkansas
- Entry fee
- From $17 · goes up to $43 on Oct 25, 2026
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
Registration is open.
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10K | 10K | Nov 15, 20268:00 AM | $39$43 after Oct 25, 2026 | – |
| 1 Mile | 1 Mile | Nov 15, 20268:00 AM | $22 | – |
| 5K | 5K | Nov 15, 20268:00 AM | $39$43 after Oct 25, 2026 | – |
| Kid's Dash | Kids | Nov 15, 20268:00 AM | $17 | – |
| Turkey Trails 10K 2027 | 10K | Nov 15, 20268:00 AM | $39$43 after Oct 25, 2026 | – |
| Turkey Trails 5K 2027 | 5K | Nov 15, 20268:00 AM | $39$43 after Oct 25, 2026 | – |
| Turkey Trails Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Nov 15, 20268:00 AM | $73$79 after Oct 25, 2026 | – |
| Turkey Trails Half Marathon 2027 | Half Marathon | Nov 15, 20268:00 AM | $73$79 after Oct 25, 2026 | – |
| Volunteer then Run | – | Nov 15, 20268:00 AM | $17 | 5 |
| Virtual RaceVirtual | – | Nov 15, 20268:00 AM | $40 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The 10K fee goes up to $43 on Oct 25, 2026.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- 10K and 5K and Turkey Trails 10K 2027 and Turkey Trails 5K 2027: $39 until Oct 25, then $43 until Nov 13, then $47 until Nov 15.
- 1 Mile: $22 until Nov 15.
- Kid's Dash and Volunteer then Run: $17 until Nov 15.
- Turkey Trails Half Marathon and Turkey Trails Half Marathon 2027: $73 until Oct 25, then $79 until Nov 13, then $85 until Nov 15.
Online registration closes Nov 15, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $73, entry is about 12 percent above a typical half marathon in Arkansas, which costs $65 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a half marathon in Arkansas runs 2:13:53, about 10:13 a mile, based on 31 races with published results. Women typically finish in 2:21:38 and men in 2:02:57.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:52 AM, and the 10K starts at 8:00 AM. The start sits about 1,280 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
TBD, Fayetteville, AR 72703
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
2025 results
All results (2 years)5k FAY
10k FAY
Aggregated from official results for Turkey Trails - Fayetteville. Individual finisher names are not stored here.
How fast do you need to be at Turkey Trails - Fayetteville?
At the 2025 5k FAY, the fastest tenth finished in 27:08 or better, the top quarter in 31:14, and half the field in 36:35; the last tenth came in after 46:40.
At the 2025 10k FAY, the fastest tenth finished in 50:44 or better, the top quarter in 54:39, and half the field in 59:55; the last tenth came in after 1:19:18.
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| 20-29 | 29:29 | 31:36 |
| 30-39 | 30:51 | 29:29 |
| 40-49 | 36:03 | 32:21 |
| 50-59 | 37:25 | 35:17 |
| 60-69 | 35:11 | n/a |
Groups with fewer than five finishers are left out. Awards vary by race; check the race's rules.
What would my time get me?
Where a finish time would have placed in 2025.
Finishers by year
Down 23 percent since 2024.
All events combined, from official results.
Turkey Trails - Fayetteville 5K year by year
From 2024 to 2025, the field went from 117 to 90 finishers, and the median time rose from 35:08 to 36:35.
| Year | Finishers | Median | Fastest tenth | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 90 (-23%) | 36:35 | under 27:08 | 18:39 |
| 2024 | 117 | 35:08 | under 25:14 | 19:00 |
From each year's official results for the 5K; virtual options are left out.
How fast is it?
Slower than most Arkansas 5Ks
The fastest quarter of the 2025 5K field finished under 31:14, against 29:23 in a typical Arkansas 5K, so times here run 6 percent slower.
Compares the fastest quarter of each field, so walkers and first-timers do not skew it. It reflects the course and the field together: a flat course, cool weather, or a competitive crowd all make times faster.
Typical race-day weather
Around November 15 the day usually runs from 44°F at dawn to 62°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 19% of days. Cold snaps dip to 27°F and hot years reach 73°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
Race details
- Where
- TBD, Fayetteville, AR 72703Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 1,280 feet
- Included with entry
- Long Sleeve Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 1 Mile, 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Kids
- Editions
- 2026 (Nov 15, 2026), 2025 (Nov 1, 2025), 2024 (Nov 23, 2024)
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Quick answers
- When is Turkey Trails - Fayetteville?
- Sunday, November 15, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $17 before processing fees, and rises to $43 on Oct 25, 2026.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Nov 15, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Arkansas?
- At $73, entry is about 12 percent above a typical half marathon in Arkansas, which costs $65 right now.
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- Can I donate to a cause when I register?
- Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
- What distances can I run?
- 1 Mile, 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Kids.
- How big is it, and how fast?
- In 2025, 90 runners finished the 5k FAY; the median finish was 36:35 and the winner ran 18:39.
- Is it a fast course?
- The fastest quarter of the 2025 5K field finished under 31:14, against 29:23 in a typical Arkansas 5K, so times here run 6 percent slower.
- Where does it start?
- TBD, Fayetteville, AR 72703.
From the organizers
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!