I Thought Turkeys Could Fly 5k
- Date Sat 14th November 2026
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Dunn, North Carolina
- Price $27.50
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the sixth annual I Thought Turkeys Could Fly 5k, taking place on Saturday, November 14, 2026, in Dunn, Harnett County, North Carolina! This exciting event not only promises a fun and fast race but also supports a great cause, as proceeds will benefit the DUMA Food Bank. The USATF certified course is designed for speed, featuring a flat route with just 56 feet of elevation change and a thrilling downhill finish.
Runners will take off at 8:00 A.M. and enjoy the chip-timed experience, with medals awarded to the top three overall male and female finishers, along with age group medals for various categories. This race is part of a series that includes two other events in Erwin and Coats, so take advantage of the "Bundle" option for registration to save on all three! Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to have fun, compete, and contribute to your community!
Runners will take off at 8:00 A.M. and enjoy the chip-timed experience, with medals awarded to the top three overall male and female finishers, along with age group medals for various categories. This race is part of a series that includes two other events in Erwin and Coats, so take advantage of the "Bundle" option for registration to save on all three! Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to have fun, compete, and contribute to your community!
Organiser's Description
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.
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.
Races
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5k
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 14th November 2026 (8:00AM EST)
$27.50
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201 North General Lee Ave., Dunn, 28334, NC, United States
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