
New Market Fire Department 5K Burnt Turkey Run is a running race on November 21, 2026 in New Market, AL.
From the Organizer
New Market Volunteer Fire Department will be hosting a 5K Burnt Turkey Run will be located at Sharon Johnson Park Gate 5 in New Market, AL. New Market Fire Department is a Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization and 100% Volunteer.
Gates will open at 7:30am
Day of registration will end at 8:30am
Race will begin at 9:00am
Sharon Johnson Park is a mostly grass course with a nature park terrain. Expect open fields, gentle climbs, and uneven footing in spots. This will be a fun and challenging course for all ages and all types of runners.
Awards given for the following age categories:
*1st, 2nd, & 3rd overall
*10 & Under
*11-14
*15-19
*20-29
*30-39
*40-49
*50-59
*60+
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Weather
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
59°
Typical Low
37°
Chance of Rain
36%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Fayetteville Wtp, 17 mi from the venue.
Host City
City Elevation
714 ft
Nearest Airport
HSV
Huntsville International Airport · 26 mi
Major Hub
BNA
Nashville International Airport · 86 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
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New Market Fire Department 5K Burnt Turkey Run
Nov 21, 2026