Burn The Bird 5K & 10K

Burn the Bird 5K & 10K

Date & Location

• Date: Thursday, November 26, 2026 | Thanksgiving Day
• Location: Fargo, ND
• Start Time: 8:30 AM

Event Overview

• Celebrate Together: Kick off your holiday with one of Fargo’s favorite Thanksgiving traditions.
• All Experiences Welcome: Whether racing the 10K, running, walking the 5K, or pushing a stroller.
• Give Back: Proceeds support LIVESTRONG® at the YMCA.
• Join Us: Grab your family, round up your friends, and start Thanksgiving the Runday way.

Choose Your Distance

• 5K Run/Walk: 3.1 miles of Thanksgiving morning fun through Fargo.
• 10K Run: A 6.2-mile option for an extra burn before the bird.
• Start Time: Both distances start at 8:30 AM.
• Open to All: All ages, abilities, and paces are welcome!

Community Impact

• Support Local Survivors: Proceeds benefit the LIVESTRONG® wellness program for cancer survivors.
• Free Program: Helps survivors rebuild strength, confidence, and community.
• Community Connection: Your registration supports something bigger in our community.
• Get Stronger Together: You run, you give back, and together we get stronger.

Your Registration Includes

• Burn the Bird Shirt: Custom race shirt for all participants.
• Finisher Medal: Custom finisher medal for every participant.
• Race Bib: Every runner receives an official bib.
• Chip Timing: Professionally timed for accurate results.

A Fargo Thanksgiving Tradition

• More Than a Race: Bringing runners and families together for over a decade.
• Starting Point: Starts and finishes at the YMCA of the Northern Sky - Fercho Branch.
• Inclusive Spirit: All paces are welcome: all finish lines count!
• Family Event: Create new Thanksgiving traditions with loved ones.

Race Day Details

• Date: Thursday, November 26, 2026
• Location: YMCA of the Northern Sky - Fercho Branch, 400 1st Ave S, Fargo, ND 58103
• Start Time: 8:30 AM for both 5K and 10K.
• More Info: Additional race-day schedule and packet pickup will be announced later.

Packet Pickup

• Details Coming Soon: Packet pickup information will be posted here once finalized.
• Early Pickup: Participants are encouraged to pick up their packets before race morning when available.

Timing & Results

• Chip Timed: Both the 5K and 10K are professionally chip timed.
• Live Results: Results will be available online for participants to check their times.

Awards

• Top Finishers: Awards presented to the top three overall men and women in both races.
• Age-Group Results: Results will also be published online.

Accessibility

• Welcome Strollers: Strollers are allowed on the course.
• Accessible Event: Manual and electric wheelchairs are welcome.
• Positioning: Participants with strollers or mobility devices are asked to position themselves appropriately.

Join the Community

• More Than a Race: A day of community, family, and support for cancer survivors.
• First or Fastest: Whether it's your first 5K or fastest 10K, there’s a place for you!
• Celebrate Together: Enjoy the fun and spirit of Thanksgiving.
• Pass the Pie: After burning the bird, enjoy Thanksgiving dinner with loved ones.

Get Ready to Burn the Bird

• Thanksgiving Plans: Join us for the 2026 Burn the Bird 5K & 10K!
• Register Today: Secure your spot and be part of this amazing community event.

Register now and be part of the celebration!