In 75 days · Sat, Nov 28, 2026
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When
Saturday, November 28th, 2026
Where
85 Howard Gap Rd, Fletcher NC
Distance
5K
Typical weather
34–53°F · low rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 0 of the last 10 years
2025
24–39°F
dry
2024
38–55°F
dry
2023
26–38°F
dry
2022
40–54°F
dry
2021
31–54°F
dry
2020
39–59°F
dry
2019
36–51°F
dry
2018
20–35°F
dry
2017
28–56°F
dry
2016
36–49°F
dry
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About this race
Event Overview
- Date: November 28th, 2026
- Location: Bill Moore Community Park (Fletch Park), 85 Howard Gap Rd, Fletcher, NC
- Event Type: Non-competitive, non-timed event
- Purpose: To bring a little fun to the holiday season!
Participation Details
- Paces: All paces are welcome
- Strollers: Strollers are allowed
- Pets: Pets are welcome and encouraged!
- Registration: [Burn The Bird Race Registration](https://runsignup.com/Race/NC/Fletcher/BurnTheBird1?aflt_token=QZt1KFBDIiIun5smo9vi7y59qq2fNLcB)
Packet Pick Up
- In-Store: Fleet Feet Asheville on Saturday 11/21 from 11am-5pm
- In-Store: Fleet Feet Asheville on Sunday 11/22 from 12pm-4pm
- Last-Minute: Packet pick-up on race day (11/28) at the Pavilion from 10am to 11am
- Included: Race price includes bib, medal, drinks, snacks, and DJ
Course map
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