I Thought Turkeys Could Fly 5k
Typically 45–63°F · low rain risk
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On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2025
37–63°F
dry
2024
44–56°F
rain
2023
46–65°F
dry
2022
37–51°F
dry
2021
37–56°F
dry
2020
53–65°F
dry
2019
25–48°F
dry
2018
42–50°F
rain
2017
43–55°F
dry
2016
45–59°F
rain
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About this race
This will be the sixth running of the “I Thought Turkeys Could Fly” 5k. The proceeds this year will benefit the DUMA Food Bank. The USATF certified course will begin and end on North General Lee Ave by Tyler Park in Dunn, NC. The course is flat and fast with only 56 ft of elevation change and a downhill finish. The race is scheduled for Saturday November 8, 2025. The race will start at 8:00 a.m. and will be chip timed. Medals will be presented to the top 3 overall female and male. Age group medals will be given to females and males based on USAT&F 10 year groupings: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 and up.
This race will be the third of a Harnett County series, partnered with races in Erwin and Coats. Sign up for all three using the "Bundle" option and save some money! Bundle registration will only be offered until 4/30/25 when the registration for the first race closes.
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