ERC New Year's Day 5 Miler & 5K
- Date Fri 1st January 2027
- Time 10:00AM EST
- Location Erie, Pennsylvania
- Price $22.98
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5 Mile, 5km
Event summary
Kick off the New Year with a burst of energy at the ERC New Year's Day 5 Miler & 5K, happening on Friday, January 1, 2027, in the beautiful setting of Erie, Pennsylvania. This vibrant event marks the second race in the exciting ERC Winter Series, which encourages participants to embrace the spirit of the season while staying active. Runners can choose between a challenging 5-mile race or a fun 5K walk/run, making it perfect for all fitness levels.
Starting and finishing at the Rotary Pavilion in Presque Isle, both courses wind through the picturesque park roadways. Participants in the 5-mile run will compete for overall and age group awards, while the 5K is a timed event that welcomes walkers and casual runners alike. Be sure to register online before December 26, 2025, to ensure you enjoy post-race refreshments and secure your long sleeve tri-blend race premium shirt. Join us for a fantastic start to the New Year, where fitness, fun, and community spirit come together!
Starting and finishing at the Rotary Pavilion in Presque Isle, both courses wind through the picturesque park roadways. Participants in the 5-mile run will compete for overall and age group awards, while the 5K is a timed event that welcomes walkers and casual runners alike. Be sure to register online before December 26, 2025, to ensure you enjoy post-race refreshments and secure your long sleeve tri-blend race premium shirt. Join us for a fantastic start to the New Year, where fitness, fun, and community spirit come together!
Organiser's Description
THIS IS THE SECOND (2ND) RACE IN OUR ERC WINTER SERIES. REMINDER: YOU MUST VOLUNTEER FOR OR FINISH ALL 3 RACES IN THE SERIES TO QUALIFY FOR THE WINTER SERIES PREMIUM.
The Winter Series consists of:
ERC Turkey Trot - Thursday November 26, 2026
ERC New Years Day - Thursday January 1, 2027
ERC St Patrick's Day Distance Festival Date to be determined.
REGISTRATION: Online registration at run sign up will be open until the start of the race. Please sign up before you leave home since internet service can be spotty at the park. The packet pickup for pre-registered runners will begin at 8:45 a.m. in the Rotary Pavilion near the Waterworks area (Beach #7) at Presque Isle. The course starts and ends in front of the Rotary Pavilion. The race will be run entirely on the roadways of the park.
In addition to our normal New Year's Day 5 miler, we have a 5K fun walk/run. The 5K fun walk/run will be timed, but there will be no awards.
Please make sure to register by December 26, 2025, to assist us in having sufficient refreshments for all participants on race day.
_**_* Race premium is a long sleeve tri-blend shirt. You must order by December 5, 2026, to guarantee your size. ***
AWARDS: Overall awards in the 5-mile run to the top male and female, the first masters (age 40 & over) male and female, and to the top 3 male and female finishers in the following age groups: 19 & under, then in ten-year increments, (example 20-29, etc.) also 80 & over. Walkers are welcome.
NOTE: The race will take place as scheduled regardless of the weather, with one exception: the race may be postponed or cancelled altogether if Presque Isle State Park is closed by park authorities for any reason. Since this is always a possibility, please follow us on Facebook for any updates.
POST-RACE REFRESHMENTS: in the Rotary Pavilion following the race.
The Winter Series consists of:
ERC Turkey Trot - Thursday November 26, 2026
ERC New Years Day - Thursday January 1, 2027
ERC St Patrick's Day Distance Festival Date to be determined.
REGISTRATION: Online registration at run sign up will be open until the start of the race. Please sign up before you leave home since internet service can be spotty at the park. The packet pickup for pre-registered runners will begin at 8:45 a.m. in the Rotary Pavilion near the Waterworks area (Beach #7) at Presque Isle. The course starts and ends in front of the Rotary Pavilion. The race will be run entirely on the roadways of the park.
In addition to our normal New Year's Day 5 miler, we have a 5K fun walk/run. The 5K fun walk/run will be timed, but there will be no awards.
Please make sure to register by December 26, 2025, to assist us in having sufficient refreshments for all participants on race day.
_**_* Race premium is a long sleeve tri-blend shirt. You must order by December 5, 2026, to guarantee your size. ***
AWARDS: Overall awards in the 5-mile run to the top male and female, the first masters (age 40 & over) male and female, and to the top 3 male and female finishers in the following age groups: 19 & under, then in ten-year increments, (example 20-29, etc.) also 80 & over. Walkers are welcome.
NOTE: The race will take place as scheduled regardless of the weather, with one exception: the race may be postponed or cancelled altogether if Presque Isle State Park is closed by park authorities for any reason. Since this is always a possibility, please follow us on Facebook for any updates.
POST-RACE REFRESHMENTS: in the Rotary Pavilion following the race.
Races
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5-Mile Race
Incl. $2.72 Fee & T-Shirt
Fri 1st January 2027 (10:00AM EST)
$22.98
OPENS 15 NOVSponsored by the Erie Runners Club -
5K Fun Run
Incl. $2.72 Fee & T-Shirt
Fri 1st January 2027 (10:15AM EST)
$22.98
OPENS 15 NOVSponsored by the Erie Runners Club
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