Lunar New Year Fortune Run 5K/10K/13.1 SACRAMENTO
- Date Sat 1st February 2025
- Time 7:30AM EST
- Location Sacramento, California
- Price $32.80 - $48.70
- Races 6 races
- Distances 5km, 10km, Marathon, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to celebrate the Lunar New Year in style at the **Lunar New Year Fortune Run** happening on **Saturday, February 1, 2025**, in beautiful **Sacramento**! This annual event invites participants of all ages and paces to join in a joyful celebration of cultural heritage and community spirit. Choose from three exciting race distances: a 5K, 10K, or a half marathon (13.1 miles) that promises to invigorate your body and uplift your spirit.
As you lace up your running shoes, you'll be part of a vibrant atmosphere filled with mini lanterns and the shared energy of fellow runners. Whether you prefer to run or walk, this event is designed to be stress-free and inclusive, welcoming everyone from beginners to seasoned athletes. Plus, participants will receive a fantastic swag bag, including a running t-shirt, finisher's medal, and a digital training pack to help you achieve your fitness goals. Donโt miss out on this opportunity to embrace new beginnings, unity, and good fortuneโregister early and secure your spot in this unforgettable experience!
As you lace up your running shoes, you'll be part of a vibrant atmosphere filled with mini lanterns and the shared energy of fellow runners. Whether you prefer to run or walk, this event is designed to be stress-free and inclusive, welcoming everyone from beginners to seasoned athletes. Plus, participants will receive a fantastic swag bag, including a running t-shirt, finisher's medal, and a digital training pack to help you achieve your fitness goals. Donโt miss out on this opportunity to embrace new beginnings, unity, and good fortuneโregister early and secure your spot in this unforgettable experience!
Organiser's Description
DON'T MISS OUR ANNUAL LUNAR NEW YEAR RUN! AS WE KICK OFF THIS VIBRANT CELEBRATION, WE INVITE YOU TO JOIN US IN HONORING THE RICH TRADITIONS AND CULTURAL HERITAGE OF THE LUNAR NEW YEAR. WE WILL HAVE MINI LANTERNS AT THE FINISH FOR YOU TO COMMEMORATE YOUR TIME WITH.
THIS EVENT IS NOT JUST ABOUT RUNNING; ITS A CHANCE TO COME TOGETHER AS A COMMUNITY, EMBRACE THE SPIRIT OF RENEWAL, AND CELEBRATE NEW BEGINNINGS. WITH EVERY STEP WE TAKE, LETS SPREAD JOY AND GOOD FORTUNE, REFLECTING ON THE VALUES OF FAMILY, UNITY, AND PROSPERITY THAT THIS FESTIVE SEASON EMBODIES.
OVERVIEW:
RUN WILL SELL-OUT QUICK! WE WILL CLOSE OFF WAVES THE MOMENT THEY FILL UP. IF WAVES ARE SOLD OUT, YOU CAN SIGN-UP FOR THE VIRTUAL RUN OPTION OR WAIT LIST.
THIS IS A SMALLER, PRIVATE GROUP RUN WITH A CAP PER WAVE.
ALL PACES AND AGES (UNDER 18 WITH GUARDIAN) ARE WELCOME - RUN OR WALK!
THERE'S NO EQUIPMENT OR SETUP, THIS IS A PURE RUN WITH OUR COORDINATORS TO SUPPORT YOU IN A WARM, STRESS-FREE SETTING!
WHEN YOU SIGN-UP, WE GIVE YOU THE SUPPORT YOU NEED TO HELP YOU ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS AND FITNESS. WE ALSO INVITE YOU TO BE PART OF OUR LOCAL RUN CLUBS THAT SUPPORTS YOUR FITNESS JOURNEY.
TIMING:
- TIMING IS OPTIONAL: YOU MAY TRACK YOUR TIME ON AN APP (STRAVA, RUNKEEPER, NIKE RUN, ETC) AND SUBMIT YOUR TIMES WITH OUR EASY FORM TO BE POSTED ONLINE. OR YOU CAN ASK OUR COORDINATORS TO HELP KEEP TRACK OF YOUR TIME.
- NO TIMING CHIPS (THIS IS A STRESS FREE RUN TO SUPPORT YOU IN ACHIEVING YOUR GOALS)!
WHAT YOU GET (SWAG BAG):
- RUNNING T-SHIRT (SHIPPED TO THE ADDRESS YOU REGISTER WITH - US ONLY)
- FINISHER'S TOWEL OR GIVEAWAY
- FINISHER'S MEDAL!
- DIGITAL TRAINING PACK
- ONLINE RESULTS & CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION [https://www.thebestraces.com/results/]
- INVITATION TO JOIN ONE OF OUR LOCAL RUNNING CLUBS [https://www.thebestraces.com/run-or-walk-club/]
- WE NOW HAVE TECHNICAL RUNNING SHIRTS (OPTIONAL). THESE LIGHTWEIGHT, MOISTURE WICKING SHIRTS CAN BE UPGRADED FOR JUST $5 MORE.
PACKET PICKUP:
NO HASSLE OF PICKING UP PACKETS REQUIRED!
-SWAG SHIPPED DIRECT TO YOUR ADDRESS (PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU PROVIDE YOUR FULL, CORRECT US MAILING ADDRESS INCLUDING APARTMENT NUMBER AND CHECK SPELLING)
- RACE BIBS ARE PROVIDED ON RACE DAY
WHEN WILL I GET MY SWAG?
YOU WILL GET YOUR SHIRT AT YOUR MAILING ADDRESS THE WEEK OF YOUR RACE.
RACE UPDATES:
WE WILL EMAIL YOU A FINAL UPDATE THE WEDNESDAY BEFORE THE RACE WITH FINAL DETAILS AND COURSE MAPS.
DO YOU ACCEPT LAST MINUTE REGISTRATIONS? (FOR THOSE SIGNING UP 2 WEEKS BEFORE THE RACE)
YES, BUT PLEASE NOTE THAT IT TAKES TIME FOR US TO SHIP YOUR SHIRT. YOUR SHIRT WILL LIKELY ARRIVE AFTER THE RUN. YOU CAN WEAR ANY SHIRT YOU FIND APPROPRIATE TO RUN THE RACE!
WAVE TIMES: (EMAIL US YOUR DESIRED WAVE TIME: [email protected])
(WAVES FILLED ON A FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE BASIS)
WAVE A: 7:30AM
WAVE B: 8:00AM
WAVE C: 8:30AM
LATE RUNNERS CAN RUN UPON ARRIVAL (PLEASE NOTE OUR COORDINATORS STAY 3 HOURS AFTER THE FIRST WAVE)
ARE THERE ANY OTHER QUESTIONS WE MISSED?
HTTPS://WWW.THEBESTRACES.COM/FAQ/ [https://www.thebestraces.com/faq/]
VIRTUAL RUN OPTION:
- OUR VIRTUAL RUN UNIQUELY OFFERS A TRAINING PACK WITH DIGITAL TOOLS TO SUPPORT YOUR RUN.
VIRTUAL RUNS CAN BE DONE ANY TIME AND PLACE OF YOUR CHOOSING USING ANY TRACKING DEVICE (OPTIONAL). AFTER YOU FINISH, YOU CAN SUBMIT YOUR RESULTS TO [email protected] TO RECEIVE YOUR MEDAL!
RACE BUNDLE:
SIGN-UP FOR MORE RACES AND GET A DISCOUNT!
SPONSORSHIPS & PROMOTING YOUR BUSINESS:
IF YOU'RE LOOKING TO BECOME A SPONSOR, WE'D LOVE SHOWCASE YOUR BUSINESS!
HTTPS://WWW.THEBESTRACES.COM/EVENTS [https://www.thebestraces.com/events]
TEAM GLO VOLUNTEERS:
IF YOU'RE INTERESTED IN HELPING PUT ON RUNS FOR THE COMMUNITY AND HELPING PEOPLE ACHIEVE THEIR GOALS, WE INVITE YOU TO JOIN OUR TEAM OF VOLUNTEERS, FILL OUT THE FORM HERE: HTTPS://WWW.THEBESTRACES.COM/VOLUNTEER-FORM/ [https://www.thebestraces.com/volunteer-form/]
BE PART OF THE JOURNEY!
OUR CHARITY INITIATIVES. FIND OUT MORE @ WWW.THEBESTRACESJOURNEY.COM [https://www.thebestracesjourney.com]
KEEP RUNNING. EVERY MILE YOU LOG AFTER THE RACE, WE'LL DONATE $1 TO ONE OF THE CHARITIES WE WORK WITH! (NOTE THAT FUNDRAISING IS OPTIONAL)
THIS EVENT IS NOT JUST ABOUT RUNNING; ITS A CHANCE TO COME TOGETHER AS A COMMUNITY, EMBRACE THE SPIRIT OF RENEWAL, AND CELEBRATE NEW BEGINNINGS. WITH EVERY STEP WE TAKE, LETS SPREAD JOY AND GOOD FORTUNE, REFLECTING ON THE VALUES OF FAMILY, UNITY, AND PROSPERITY THAT THIS FESTIVE SEASON EMBODIES.
OVERVIEW:
RUN WILL SELL-OUT QUICK! WE WILL CLOSE OFF WAVES THE MOMENT THEY FILL UP. IF WAVES ARE SOLD OUT, YOU CAN SIGN-UP FOR THE VIRTUAL RUN OPTION OR WAIT LIST.
THIS IS A SMALLER, PRIVATE GROUP RUN WITH A CAP PER WAVE.
ALL PACES AND AGES (UNDER 18 WITH GUARDIAN) ARE WELCOME - RUN OR WALK!
THERE'S NO EQUIPMENT OR SETUP, THIS IS A PURE RUN WITH OUR COORDINATORS TO SUPPORT YOU IN A WARM, STRESS-FREE SETTING!
WHEN YOU SIGN-UP, WE GIVE YOU THE SUPPORT YOU NEED TO HELP YOU ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS AND FITNESS. WE ALSO INVITE YOU TO BE PART OF OUR LOCAL RUN CLUBS THAT SUPPORTS YOUR FITNESS JOURNEY.
TIMING:
- TIMING IS OPTIONAL: YOU MAY TRACK YOUR TIME ON AN APP (STRAVA, RUNKEEPER, NIKE RUN, ETC) AND SUBMIT YOUR TIMES WITH OUR EASY FORM TO BE POSTED ONLINE. OR YOU CAN ASK OUR COORDINATORS TO HELP KEEP TRACK OF YOUR TIME.
- NO TIMING CHIPS (THIS IS A STRESS FREE RUN TO SUPPORT YOU IN ACHIEVING YOUR GOALS)!
WHAT YOU GET (SWAG BAG):
- RUNNING T-SHIRT (SHIPPED TO THE ADDRESS YOU REGISTER WITH - US ONLY)
- FINISHER'S TOWEL OR GIVEAWAY
- FINISHER'S MEDAL!
- DIGITAL TRAINING PACK
- ONLINE RESULTS & CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION [https://www.thebestraces.com/results/]
- INVITATION TO JOIN ONE OF OUR LOCAL RUNNING CLUBS [https://www.thebestraces.com/run-or-walk-club/]
- WE NOW HAVE TECHNICAL RUNNING SHIRTS (OPTIONAL). THESE LIGHTWEIGHT, MOISTURE WICKING SHIRTS CAN BE UPGRADED FOR JUST $5 MORE.
PACKET PICKUP:
NO HASSLE OF PICKING UP PACKETS REQUIRED!
-SWAG SHIPPED DIRECT TO YOUR ADDRESS (PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU PROVIDE YOUR FULL, CORRECT US MAILING ADDRESS INCLUDING APARTMENT NUMBER AND CHECK SPELLING)
- RACE BIBS ARE PROVIDED ON RACE DAY
WHEN WILL I GET MY SWAG?
YOU WILL GET YOUR SHIRT AT YOUR MAILING ADDRESS THE WEEK OF YOUR RACE.
RACE UPDATES:
WE WILL EMAIL YOU A FINAL UPDATE THE WEDNESDAY BEFORE THE RACE WITH FINAL DETAILS AND COURSE MAPS.
DO YOU ACCEPT LAST MINUTE REGISTRATIONS? (FOR THOSE SIGNING UP 2 WEEKS BEFORE THE RACE)
YES, BUT PLEASE NOTE THAT IT TAKES TIME FOR US TO SHIP YOUR SHIRT. YOUR SHIRT WILL LIKELY ARRIVE AFTER THE RUN. YOU CAN WEAR ANY SHIRT YOU FIND APPROPRIATE TO RUN THE RACE!
WAVE TIMES: (EMAIL US YOUR DESIRED WAVE TIME: [email protected])
(WAVES FILLED ON A FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE BASIS)
WAVE A: 7:30AM
WAVE B: 8:00AM
WAVE C: 8:30AM
LATE RUNNERS CAN RUN UPON ARRIVAL (PLEASE NOTE OUR COORDINATORS STAY 3 HOURS AFTER THE FIRST WAVE)
ARE THERE ANY OTHER QUESTIONS WE MISSED?
HTTPS://WWW.THEBESTRACES.COM/FAQ/ [https://www.thebestraces.com/faq/]
VIRTUAL RUN OPTION:
- OUR VIRTUAL RUN UNIQUELY OFFERS A TRAINING PACK WITH DIGITAL TOOLS TO SUPPORT YOUR RUN.
VIRTUAL RUNS CAN BE DONE ANY TIME AND PLACE OF YOUR CHOOSING USING ANY TRACKING DEVICE (OPTIONAL). AFTER YOU FINISH, YOU CAN SUBMIT YOUR RESULTS TO [email protected] TO RECEIVE YOUR MEDAL!
RACE BUNDLE:
SIGN-UP FOR MORE RACES AND GET A DISCOUNT!
SPONSORSHIPS & PROMOTING YOUR BUSINESS:
IF YOU'RE LOOKING TO BECOME A SPONSOR, WE'D LOVE SHOWCASE YOUR BUSINESS!
HTTPS://WWW.THEBESTRACES.COM/EVENTS [https://www.thebestraces.com/events]
TEAM GLO VOLUNTEERS:
IF YOU'RE INTERESTED IN HELPING PUT ON RUNS FOR THE COMMUNITY AND HELPING PEOPLE ACHIEVE THEIR GOALS, WE INVITE YOU TO JOIN OUR TEAM OF VOLUNTEERS, FILL OUT THE FORM HERE: HTTPS://WWW.THEBESTRACES.COM/VOLUNTEER-FORM/ [https://www.thebestraces.com/volunteer-form/]
BE PART OF THE JOURNEY!
OUR CHARITY INITIATIVES. FIND OUT MORE @ WWW.THEBESTRACESJOURNEY.COM [https://www.thebestracesjourney.com]
KEEP RUNNING. EVERY MILE YOU LOG AFTER THE RACE, WE'LL DONATE $1 TO ONE OF THE CHARITIES WE WORK WITH! (NOTE THAT FUNDRAISING IS OPTIONAL)
Races
-
5K Registration
Incl. $3.22 Fee & Running Shirt Packet
Sat 1st February 2025 (7:30AM EST)
$40.22
-
10K Registration
Incl. $3.52 Fee & Running Shirt Packet
Sat 1st February 2025 (7:30AM EST)
$45.52
-
13.1 Half-Marathon Registration
Incl. $3.70 Fee & Running Shirt Packet
Sat 1st February 2025 (7:30AM EST)
$48.70
-
Virtual Run Registration (5K/10K/13.1)
Incl. $3.22 Fee & Running Shirt Packet
$40.22
-
Family Fun Run 1 Mile
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 1st February 2025 (7:30AM EST)
$38.10
-
5K/10K/13.1 Eco-Registration (No Shirt)
Incl. $2.80 Fee
Sat 1st February 2025 (7:30AM EST)
$32.80
Lunar New Year Fortune Run 5K/10K/13.1 SACRAMENTO