Day One (Mineola, TX)
- Date Thu 1st January 2026
- Time 7:50AM CST
- Location Mineola, Texas
- Price Free - $30.68
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Kick off the new year with excitement at the Day One event in Mineola, Texas, on January 1, 2026! This vibrant celebration of health and community invites both runners and walkers of all levels to participate in the exhilarating DAY ONE 5K. Not only will finishers receive a stunning 4-inch custom event-themed medal, but top three performers in each age group will also take home an additional medal!
For families, the event features a delightful Kid's Dash, a short 100-200 meter sprint designed for the little ones to experience the thrill of racing without the pressure of a longer course. Best of all, kids can dash for FREE! Plus, a brand new 1-mile option is available for those who prefer a more leisurely stroll or are just starting their running journey. Each participant will receive a participation t-shirt and a custom finisher medal, while the 5K competitors will have the chance to compete for age group awards. Join us in Mineola for a fantastic start to 2026 filled with fun, fitness, and community spirit!
For families, the event features a delightful Kid's Dash, a short 100-200 meter sprint designed for the little ones to experience the thrill of racing without the pressure of a longer course. Best of all, kids can dash for FREE! Plus, a brand new 1-mile option is available for those who prefer a more leisurely stroll or are just starting their running journey. Each participant will receive a participation t-shirt and a custom finisher medal, while the 5K competitors will have the chance to compete for age group awards. Join us in Mineola for a fantastic start to 2026 filled with fun, fitness, and community spirit!
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 20-29, M/F 30-39, M/F 40-49, M/F 50-59, M/F 60-69, M/F 70-79, M/F 80+. OUR OVERALL MALE, OVERALL FEMALE, MALE MASTERS (40+), & FEMALE MASTERS (40+) 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 20-29, M/F 30-39, M/F 40-49, M/F 50-59, M/F 60-69, M/F 70-79, M/F 80+. OUR OVERALL MALE, OVERALL FEMALE, MALE MASTERS (40+), & FEMALE MASTERS (40+) 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 (Mineola, TX)
