Annual Hangover Classic 5 Miler

  • Date Fri 1st January 2027
  • Time 10:30AM EST
  • Location Bristol, Rhode Island
  • Price $29.50 - $34.80
  • Races 2 races
  • Distances 5 Mile

Event summary

Kick off the New Year with a bang at the Annual Hangover Classic 5 Miler on January 1, 2027, in picturesque Bristol, Rhode Island! This beloved 41st annual road race offers a stunning course that weaves through the scenic Colt State Park and along beautiful Poppasquash Road. With a start time of 10:30 AM, participants will experience the thrill of running in a vibrant community atmosphere.

Not only does this event promise an invigorating race, but it also features an exciting post-race party at The Guild on Water Street, where every race bib grants you a free pint, valid from noon to 5 PM on race day for those of legal drinking age. Compete for one-of-a-kind trophies awarded to the top two men and women overall, as well as the first finishers in various age categories. The first 350 registrants will receive exclusive t-shirts, adding to the fun and excitement of this annual tradition. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just starting your fitness journey, the Hangover Classic welcomes everyoneβ€”plus, if you can't make it in person, you can join the virtual "CHALLENGE" event and log your miles on the first day of the year! Join

Organiser's Description

Join us for the 41st annual classic style road race and start the year off right! Enjoy picturesque Bristol RI with a stunning course through Colt State Park and beautiful Poppasquash Rd.

JOIN US FOR A BIT OF THE "HAIR OF THE DOG" AT THE OFFICIAL POST RACE PARTY AT THE GUILD ON WATER ST [https://www.facebook.com/theguildwarren/] IN WARREN. EVERY RACE BIB WILL HAVE A TEAR OFF FOR ONE FREE PINT (LEGAL DRINKING AGE ONLY), VALID FROM NOON TO 5P ON RACE DAY ONLY.

* One of a kind trophies to the Top 2 Men and Top 2 Women Overall as well as the first male and female in each category: Junior (18 and under), Open (19-29), Sub Master (30-39), Master (40-49), Senior (50-59), Veteran (60-69) and Grand Veteran (70+)
* T-shirts to the first 350 applicants.
* Bib pick up will be at the VFW Hall [https://www.google.com/maps/place/VFW+Post/@41.6791007,-71.2802526,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x89e45472568e301b:0x6f252fa19af3484f!8m2!3d41.6791523!4d-71.2780659] at 850 Hope St in Bristol from 9am to 10:15am on race morning.
* The race begins near the intersection of the bike path on Poppasquash at 10:30am, ends on the bike path near Sip n Dip.
* Please park at Guiteras School, on Washington St, or downtown Bristol. Please do not park north of the Poppasquash on Hope St - please obey all posted parking restrictions. Do not park in the Sip and Dip or The Beach House parking lot.
* This is a "cupless" race. Please bring your own hydration and nutrition.
* The course will be open for 1 hr and 15 mins.
* We have added a virtual "CHALLENGE" event - if you can't make it to our in-person event, challenge yourself with our resolution run: how many miles can you run on the first day of the year? Challenge yourself and others with our online progress board.

****THIS RACE BENEFITS THE GIRLS CROSS COUNTRY TEAM AT MT HOPE HS.

_Please note - part of the course is on an untreated bike path in Colt State Park. Depending on weather conditions, there may be uneven and slippery conditions, plan accordingly with yaktrax, snowshoes or careful footing. See the course map [https://routes.rungoapp.com/route/aMZRpqZkHH] for the exact route. In the true "old school running" theme - the course is "you-get-what-you-get" and participants should sign up accepting these conditions. _

Races

  • 5 Mile Race

    Incl. $4.80 Fee & T-Shirt

    Fri 1st January 2027 (10:30AM EST)

    $34.80

    This is a road race in the old school tradition - line up on the road, know the course and bring any aid that you may need. No chip timing but you will receive timed and scored results. Parts of the course are on an untreated bike path. Winter weather conditions may result in uneven and slippery surfaces, please plan accordingly. Course is open for 1 hr and 15 mins.
  • Virtual Resolution - How Far Will You Go?

    Incl. $4.50 Fee & T-Shirt

    $29.50

    If you can't join us in person but still want to have a goal race to kick off the new year, join us in spirit with our virtual option. The race may be virtual but the commitment is still real. This is a challenge event - how many miles can you run for your resolution!?! Log as many miles as you can on NY's Day and challenge yourself (and others) to kick off the New Year on the right foot! We will donate $5 from each virtual registration directly to the Mt Hope Cross Country Team.

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3 Poppasquash Rd., Bristol, 02809, RI, United States

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