Day One (Denton, TX)
- Date Thu 1st January 2026
- Time 7:50AM CST
- Location Denton, Texas
- Price Free - $43.40
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Kick off the new year in style at the Day One event in Denton, Texas, on Thursday, January 1, 2026! This exciting celebration is perfect for runners and walkers of all ages and experience levels, inviting everyone to participate in the thrilling DAY ONE 5K. Not only will finishers receive a stunning 4-inch custom event-themed medal, but the top three in each age group will earn an additional medal to showcase their achievement.
For families with little ones, the Kid's Dash offers a fun and pressure-free 100-200 meter sprint, allowing kids to experience the joy of racing. Best of all, it's free for participants! Additionally, the new 1 Mile option is a fantastic choice for those looking for a more relaxed experience while still earning a finisher medal and participation shirt. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just starting out, this event promises a fantastic atmosphere to welcome 2026 with enthusiasm and energy. Register now to secure your spot and don’t miss out on the fun!
For families with little ones, the Kid's Dash offers a fun and pressure-free 100-200 meter sprint, allowing kids to experience the joy of racing. Best of all, it's free for participants! Additionally, the new 1 Mile option is a fantastic choice for those looking for a more relaxed experience while still earning a finisher medal and participation shirt. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just starting out, this event promises a fantastic atmosphere to welcome 2026 with enthusiasm and energy. Register now to secure your spot and don’t miss out on the fun!
Organiser's Description
HAPPY 2026! We are so excited celebrate the new year with you! Start your new year strong by running our DAY ONE 5K. This event is open to both runners and walkers of all talents and experience levels! Finishers will receive a _4 _INCH CUSTOM EVENT-THEMED MEDAL! Those who place top three in their age group will win an _ADDITIONAL MEDAL_!
If your littles are excited to join in the experience, but aren't quite ready to tackle a full 5K, we highly recommend on _KID'S DASH_! This is a short 100200-meter sprint prior to the start of the race to give our little ones the opportunity to experience the racing environment without the pressure of a seemingly long, endless course. Dashers run for FREE but can still purchase a t-shirt and a finisher medal as an add-on.
*NEW*
Run Different is adding a brand new _1 MILE OPTION_ to all of our events for 2026! This is perfect for those who are just dipping their toes into the racing experience as well as friends, families, and social group that just want to go for a nice stroll. Our milers will still receive finisher medals and participation shirts, however this will be an untimed event with no age group awards.
Registration Includes:
- Event-themed participation t-shirt _(5K & 1M)_ _**T-SHIRT CUTOFF IS 12/18**_
- Custom Finisher Medal _(5K & 1M)_
- Eligibility for Age Group Awards _(5K ONLY)_
AGE GROUPS WILL BE AWARDED 3 DEEP IN THE FOLLOWING DIVISIONS: M/F 0-4, M/F 5-9, M/F 10-14, M/F 15-19, M/F 20-24, M/F 25-29, M/F 30-34, M/F 35-39, M/F 40-44, M/F45-49, M/F 50-54, M/F 55-59, M/F 60-64, M/F 65-69, M/F 70-74, M/F 75-79, M/F 80+. OUR OVERALL MALE, OVERALL FEMALE, MALE MASTERS (40+), FEMALE MASTERS (40+), MALE GRAND MASTERS (60+), & FEMALE GRAND MASTERS (60+) WILL NOT ONLY RECEIVE THEIR GOLD MEDALS BUT WILL ALSO WIN A _CUSTOM EVENT-THEMED TROPHY_!
**AWARDS WILL BE DISTRIPUTED AT THE EVENT. _WE WILL NOT SHIP AWARDS._ PLEASE BE SURE TO CHECK ON YOUR RESULTS PRIOR TO LEAVING THE EVENT.**
If your littles are excited to join in the experience, but aren't quite ready to tackle a full 5K, we highly recommend on _KID'S DASH_! This is a short 100200-meter sprint prior to the start of the race to give our little ones the opportunity to experience the racing environment without the pressure of a seemingly long, endless course. Dashers run for FREE but can still purchase a t-shirt and a finisher medal as an add-on.
*NEW*
Run Different is adding a brand new _1 MILE OPTION_ to all of our events for 2026! This is perfect for those who are just dipping their toes into the racing experience as well as friends, families, and social group that just want to go for a nice stroll. Our milers will still receive finisher medals and participation shirts, however this will be an untimed event with no age group awards.
Registration Includes:
- Event-themed participation t-shirt _(5K & 1M)_ _**T-SHIRT CUTOFF IS 12/18**_
- Custom Finisher Medal _(5K & 1M)_
- Eligibility for Age Group Awards _(5K ONLY)_
AGE GROUPS WILL BE AWARDED 3 DEEP IN THE FOLLOWING DIVISIONS: M/F 0-4, M/F 5-9, M/F 10-14, M/F 15-19, M/F 20-24, M/F 25-29, M/F 30-34, M/F 35-39, M/F 40-44, M/F45-49, M/F 50-54, M/F 55-59, M/F 60-64, M/F 65-69, M/F 70-74, M/F 75-79, M/F 80+. OUR OVERALL MALE, OVERALL FEMALE, MALE MASTERS (40+), FEMALE MASTERS (40+), MALE GRAND MASTERS (60+), & FEMALE GRAND MASTERS (60+) WILL NOT ONLY RECEIVE THEIR GOLD MEDALS BUT WILL ALSO WIN A _CUSTOM EVENT-THEMED TROPHY_!
**AWARDS WILL BE DISTRIPUTED AT THE EVENT. _WE WILL NOT SHIP AWARDS._ PLEASE BE SURE TO CHECK ON YOUR RESULTS PRIOR TO LEAVING THE EVENT.**
Day One (Denton, TX)
