Phoenixville's Burn Off the Bird 5K
Updated
Saturday, November 28, 2026, first start 9:30 AM, in Phoenixville (501 Franklin Avenue). Distances: 5K. Entry from $35; the 5K goes from $35 to $40 after November 27.
Course and race notes
In its 17th year, Burn Off the Bird is a family tradition in the Phoenixville region.
Bring out your family, friends, neighbors, and classmates for a 5K Race on the scenic Schuylkill River Trail; or a virtual 5K at the location of your choosing. This event guarantees to help you digest that Thanksgiving Meal!
In the organizer's words, from the race's own listing.
Race details
Date
Saturday, November 28
2026 · in 21 days
Start time
9:30 AM
Earliest wave
Course
Trail
Dirt or single-track on at least part of the course
Distances
5K
Price
$35
Plus the platform's processing fee
5K goes up after Fri Nov 27 (in 20 days)
Registration
Open
Online signup closes Sat Nov 28 (in 21 days)
Opened Sep 16, 2026
Race day in Phoenixville
Weather
51° / 31°F
Typical high and low for November 28, with a 30% chance of rain.
NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals, Phoenixville 1 E, PA (2 mi away). Averages, not a forecast; a forecast appears here a week out.
Daylight
7:01 AM – 4:38 PM
Sunrise and sunset on Saturday.
Calculated for the race location.
Near the start
Pin from the race's listed address. The start line can differ; check the race website for the course map. Directions
Parking
- Mowere Road Trailhead0.5 mi
- Main Street Trailhead0.5 mi
- Parking Lot #40.6 mi
43 public lots and garages within 0.6 mi.
Places to eat
- Tai Me Up restaurant0.6 mi
- Gemelli Artisinal Gelato & Dessert Cafe ice cream0.6 mi
- Vecchia Pizzeria restaurant0.6 mi
- Madi's on a Roll quick bite0.6 mi
12 places to eat within 0.6 mi.
Distances are straight-line from the race address. Check the race website for official parking.
Plan your trip
For the night before, Fri Nov 27
Where to stay
4 within 3 mi9 within 5 mi
Motel
Hotel 1 of 5: French Creek Inn
About 5 min drive1.5 mi from the start
Hotel
Hotel 2 of 5: Courtyard
About 8 min drive2.8 mi from the start
Hotel
Hotel 3 of 5: Residence Inn
About 8 min drive2.8 mi from the start
Hotel
Hotel 4 of 5: Spring City Hotel
About 9 min drive2.9 mi from the start
Hotel
Hotel 5 of 5: Conference Center at Valley Forge
About 10 min drive3.3 mi from the start
Hotels on the map
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