
Burn the Bird 2026 is a running race on November 27, 2026 in Toledo, OH.
Join us the day after Thanksgiving for our Burn the Bird 5K and work off those holiday calories with family and friends!
Your registration includes:
Refreshments to keep you fueled
Same-Day Shopping Coupon for exclusive Black Friday deals!
Bring the entire family and enjoy post-run refreshments, awesome giveaways, and unbeatable shopping discounts. Come make this your new post-Thanksgiving family tradition!
The entry fee is free, however, we will be accepting new unopened toys for donation for those in need this holiday season.
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
45°
Typical Low
30°
Chance of Rain
32%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Toledo Metcalf Fld, 11 mi from the venue.
Population
268,461
as of 2023
City Elevation
594 ft
Nearest Airport
TOL
Eugene F. Kranz Toledo Express Airport · 16 mi
Major Hub
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport · 38 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Burn the Bird 2026, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
13
Days to train
Plan your training, log every workout, and track your progress all the way to race day in the Endurance Grid app.


Burn the Bird 2026
Nov 27, 2026