New Year's 5k

New Year's 5K & Kids Half Mile

Start the New Year on the right foot!

Kick off the year with fresh goals, good company, and a few miles at the New Year's 5K! Whether you're chasing a new personal best, starting a New Year's resolution, or simply looking for a fun way to get moving with family and friends, this race is the perfect way to begin the year.

Join us on January 2nd for a paved 5K designed for runners and walkers of all abilities. We're also getting the youngest runners involved with a Kids Half Mile, making this a great event for the entire family.

5K Race

The New Year's 5K will take place on a paved course with the final location and course details announced soon.

DateJanuary 2Start Time10:00 AMDistance5KSurfacePavedLocationComing Soon! Kids Half Mile

Bring the kids and let them start the year running, too! The Kids Half Mile gives our youngest participants a chance to experience the excitement of race day in a fun and welcoming environment.

Distance1/2 MileRegistration$5 What's Included

5K Runners: Registration includes a New Year's 5K long-sleeve race shirt.

Kids Half Mile: Cheer on your child! A fun, and welcoming race-day experience for our youngest participants.

Age Group Categories

09 & Under

10-19

20-29

30-39

40-49

50-59

60-69

70-79

80 & Over

Awards

Awards will be presented to the top overall male and female finishers in the 5K, along with the top three finishers in each age group category. Every Kids Half Mile finisher gets their own moment crossing the finish line with certificate— no clock required.

Good to Know

Where will the race actually be held? The final venue, parking information, and course map are still being finalized. We'll announce the location here — along with packet pickup details — as soon as it's confirmed.

What time does the race start? The 5K starts at 10:00 AM. The full race-day schedule, including the Kids Half Mile start and packet pickup, will be posted here and shared with everyone already registered once the venue is confirmed.

The Kids Half Mile is only $5 — do I still need to register my child? Yes. Registering ahead of time helps us plan for every young runner on race day.

Is the course okay for walkers, strollers, or first-timers? Yes — the 5K is a paved course designed for runners and walkers of all abilities.

Registration & Transfer Policy

All registrations are managed through your RunSignUp profile. You can transfer your entry to another runner, switch between the 5K and Kids Half Mile, transfer to a different Upstate Race Series event, update your personal details, or manage add-ons and apparel — all without contacting us. All entries are final; we're unable to offer refunds or deferrals.

New Year. New Goals. First Finish Line.

You don't have to wait weeks to start working toward those New Year's goals. Lace up, bring your family and friends, and make one of your first accomplishments of the year a finish line!

Whether you're racing for a PR, walking your first 5K, or starting a new family tradition, we'd love to have you join us.

Questions?

For race-related questions, please contact:

Charlie Kaylor

[email protected]