DAV Turkey Trot 5K

Name: DAV Turkey Trot 5K
Start: 2026-11-26
End: 2026-11-26
Location: Jonesboro

Jonesboro, Arkansas, United States

calendar_today 26 Nov, 2026

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sell $40.00

About the Event

On Thursday, November 26, 2026, the Arkansas State University campus will come alive with the energy of runners participating in the DAV Turkey Trot 5K. The race starts at 7:00 a.m., following registration which begins at 6:00 a.m. near the Lieutenant Colonel Frederick C. Turner Jr. Military Science Building.
The event is organized by Disabled American Veterans Chapter 26, who work tirelessly to support local veterans in Northeast Arkansas. Proceeds from this race will help fund their transportation program, aiming to replace two essential vans that provide no-cost rides for veterans traveling between VA medical appointments and facilities in Memphis and Little Rock.
Join the community on Thanksgiving morning as they gather to celebrate health and wellness through a 5K run or walk before indulging in holiday feasts. This event not only offers an opportunity to stay active but also supports those who have dedicated their lives to serving our country. For more information, contact Disabled American Veterans Chapter 26 at 870-972-3326.
Join the DAV Turkey Trot 5K and make a difference in your community while enjoying a scenic run through the vibrant campus of Arkansas State University on this special Thanksgiving morning event.

Races Offered

Run/Walk

Nov 26, 2026

straighten

Distance — 5K

terrain

Type — Running

timer

00:00

sell

$40.00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for November in Jonesboro.

thermostat Temperature

7.7° / 17.0°

wb_sunny Feels like

4.3° / 14.4°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

7h 51m

water_drop Avg rainfall

2.3 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

12.4 km/h (Gentle breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Low

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Low (2.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

70.2%

wb_twilight Sunrise

07:39

nightlight Sunset

17:55

About Jonesboro

Learn more about the host city, Jonesboro.

Jonesboro is a city in and it is one of two county seats of Craighead County, Arkansas, United States. The population was 78,579 as of the 2020 census, and was estimated at 83,296 in 2025, making it the fifth-most-populous city in Arkansas. Located on Crowley's Ridge in the northeastern part of the state. Jonesboro is the home of Arkansas State University and is the cultural and economic center of Northeast Arkansas.