Brazen New Year's Day 2026
- Date Thu 1st January 2026
- Location Castro Valley, California
- Races 4 races
- Distances Half Marathon, 10km, 5km
Event summary
Kick off 2026 in style at the Brazen New Year's Day event on Thursday, January 1st, held at the picturesque Lake Chabot in Castro Valley, Alameda. This invigorating celebration of health and fitness invites participants to choose from three exciting race distances: a refreshing 5K, a challenging 10K, or a scenic half marathon. As the sun rises on the first day of the new year, join fellow runners on the beautiful trails and embrace the spirit of new beginnings.
For those looking to elevate their experience, consider participating in the Brazen New Year's Eve race just days prior, and earn the coveted New Year Mega Medal! If you're feeling ambitious, take on the double challenge by running both half marathons—one on December 27 and the other on January 1—and proudly declare to your friends, "It took me two years to finish that marathon!" Don’t miss this chance to start your year off on a high note while enjoying the stunning scenery and camaraderie of the running community.
For those looking to elevate their experience, consider participating in the Brazen New Year's Eve race just days prior, and earn the coveted New Year Mega Medal! If you're feeling ambitious, take on the double challenge by running both half marathons—one on December 27 and the other on January 1—and proudly declare to your friends, "It took me two years to finish that marathon!" Don’t miss this chance to start your year off on a high note while enjoying the stunning scenery and camaraderie of the running community.
Organiser's Description
The sun is rising on Thursday morning, January 1st, the first day of 2026. Where should you be? Pounding the trails of Lake Chabot, of course!Join us at Lake Chabot in Castro Valley for the scenic and invigorating 5K, 10K or half marathon.
Better yet, make sure you run at the Brazen New Year's Eve race and then you can start 2026 with the highly coveted New Year Mega Medal! Learn about our Brazen New Year's Eve race here. Take it even one step higher by running both half marathons (one on 12/27 and one on 1/1) and then brag to your friends: "It took me two years to finish that marathon"!
Better yet, make sure you run at the Brazen New Year's Eve race and then you can start 2026 with the highly coveted New Year Mega Medal! Learn about our Brazen New Year's Eve race here. Take it even one step higher by running both half marathons (one on 12/27 and one on 1/1) and then brag to your friends: "It took me two years to finish that marathon"!
Brazen New Year's Day 2026