Midnight Special 5K
- Date Wed 31st December 2025 - Thu 1st January 2026
- Time 11:45PM EST
- Location Toledo, Ohio
- Price $43.40 - $59.30
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to kick off the New Year in style at the Midnight Special 5K on December 31, 2025, located at the vibrant Patron Saints Brewery in Toledo, Lucas County! This exhilarating race starts at 11:45 PM, making it a unique Northwestern Ohio New Year's Eve tradition where you can literally run into the New Year. The 5K course is a scenic out-and-back route along the University Parks Trail, offering a safe and enjoyable experience that avoids road crossings. Participants are encouraged to wear lights as the course is not fully lit, but small ground lights will help guide the way.
With a registration fee of $40, participants can look forward to exciting perks, including a TRRC headlamp for the first 160 registrants and a stylish pint glass for the first 150 finishers. Don’t miss out on the guaranteed hoodie—be sure to register by December 12, 2025! After the race, enjoy complimentary snacks and beverages, including adult options available for purchase. Plus, for those under 21, there will be delicious homemade root beer! Join us in celebrating with friends and fellow runners as we welcome 2026 at this unforgettable event!
With a registration fee of $40, participants can look forward to exciting perks, including a TRRC headlamp for the first 160 registrants and a stylish pint glass for the first 150 finishers. Don’t miss out on the guaranteed hoodie—be sure to register by December 12, 2025! After the race, enjoy complimentary snacks and beverages, including adult options available for purchase. Plus, for those under 21, there will be delicious homemade root beer! Join us in celebrating with friends and fellow runners as we welcome 2026 at this unforgettable event!
Organiser's Description
MIDNIGHT SPECIAL 5K
A Northwestern Ohio New Year's Eve Tradition! Run in the New Year with a race that takes "Two Years to Finish!" (unless you run faster than a 5 minute mile, then it only takes one year!) A 5K race that starts on New Year's Eve at 11:45 PM.
LOCATION: Patron Saints Brewery. The course is out and back along the University Parks Trail. Starting in the back parking lot of Patron Saints, running up to the UP Trail then west towards Wildwood Metropark and back via the same route. We will not be crossing any roads but please be aware of vehicles in Patron Saint's parking lot. The course is not lit, please wear lights. There will be small ground lights for course direction only.
Cost: 5K ~ $40 TRRC Members receive a $5.00 discount (at checkout) $5 Price increase December 23, 2025 $55 to run with us Virtually (includes shipping costs) $40 to run with us Virtually (no shipping - must pick up packet at early pickup)
Awards: Overall Male & Overall Female, Overall Masters Male & Female No age group awards
First 160 who register will receive a TRRC headlamp. First 150 who complete the 5K will receive a pint glass.
Guaranteed Hoodie deadline is December 12, 2025. The Hoodie are unisex sizing, small - XXlarge.
THIS IS A CHIP TIMED EVENT. There will be no water stops along the course. Water and snacks will be provided at the finish along with other goodies. Feel free to bring your own food and hang out afterwards. Adult beverages will be available for purchase from Patron Saints. ID required. For those under 21, Patron Saints has homemade root beer for purchase.
Early packet pick up and late registration Tuesday Dec 30th 3 pm - 5:45 pm Second Sole, Levis Commons, Perrysburg. Race day packet pickup starts at 10:30 pm and will close at 11:30 pm.
Online registration only. Registration closes December 31, 2025 at 11:45 pm.
IF YOU NEED TO MAKE REGISTRATION ARRANGEMENTS TO PAY WITH A CHECK, PLEASE CONTACT THE RACE DIRECTOR AT [email protected] LEAST 10 DAYS BEFORE THE RACE. IF YOU WANT A SHIRT CONTACT THE RACE DIRECTOR BEFORE GUARANTEED SHIRT CUTOFF DATE, DEC. 12, 2025.
Join us 12 hours later Jan. 1, 2026 - 11:45 am for The Hangover Classic at Monclova Community Center.
PATRON SAINT'S BREWERY. 4730 W. BANCROFT ST. TOLEDO, OHIO 43615
A Northwestern Ohio New Year's Eve Tradition! Run in the New Year with a race that takes "Two Years to Finish!" (unless you run faster than a 5 minute mile, then it only takes one year!) A 5K race that starts on New Year's Eve at 11:45 PM.
LOCATION: Patron Saints Brewery. The course is out and back along the University Parks Trail. Starting in the back parking lot of Patron Saints, running up to the UP Trail then west towards Wildwood Metropark and back via the same route. We will not be crossing any roads but please be aware of vehicles in Patron Saint's parking lot. The course is not lit, please wear lights. There will be small ground lights for course direction only.
Cost: 5K ~ $40 TRRC Members receive a $5.00 discount (at checkout) $5 Price increase December 23, 2025 $55 to run with us Virtually (includes shipping costs) $40 to run with us Virtually (no shipping - must pick up packet at early pickup)
Awards: Overall Male & Overall Female, Overall Masters Male & Female No age group awards
First 160 who register will receive a TRRC headlamp. First 150 who complete the 5K will receive a pint glass.
Guaranteed Hoodie deadline is December 12, 2025. The Hoodie are unisex sizing, small - XXlarge.
THIS IS A CHIP TIMED EVENT. There will be no water stops along the course. Water and snacks will be provided at the finish along with other goodies. Feel free to bring your own food and hang out afterwards. Adult beverages will be available for purchase from Patron Saints. ID required. For those under 21, Patron Saints has homemade root beer for purchase.
Early packet pick up and late registration Tuesday Dec 30th 3 pm - 5:45 pm Second Sole, Levis Commons, Perrysburg. Race day packet pickup starts at 10:30 pm and will close at 11:30 pm.
Online registration only. Registration closes December 31, 2025 at 11:45 pm.
IF YOU NEED TO MAKE REGISTRATION ARRANGEMENTS TO PAY WITH A CHECK, PLEASE CONTACT THE RACE DIRECTOR AT [email protected] LEAST 10 DAYS BEFORE THE RACE. IF YOU WANT A SHIRT CONTACT THE RACE DIRECTOR BEFORE GUARANTEED SHIRT CUTOFF DATE, DEC. 12, 2025.
Join us 12 hours later Jan. 1, 2026 - 11:45 am for The Hangover Classic at Monclova Community Center.
PATRON SAINT'S BREWERY. 4730 W. BANCROFT ST. TOLEDO, OHIO 43615
Races
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5K Run
Incl. $3.40 Fee & Hoodie - Unisex
Wed 31st December 2025 (11:45PM EST)
$43.40
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Virtual 5K (Includes Shipping)
Incl. $4.30 Fee & Hoodie
$59.30
Run the 5K your way in the location of your choice. You have until Jan. 14, 2025 to submit your results, if you like. Virtual participants will not be eligible for any awards. Shipping is included in race cost. -
Virtual 5K - No Shipping
Incl. $3.40 Fee & Hoodie
$43.40
Run the 5K your way in the location of your choice. You have until Jan. 14, 2025 to submit your results, if you like. Virtual participants will not be eligible for any awards. Shipping is NOT included in race cost. You must pick up your bib and race swag at early packet pick Dec 30, 3pm-5:45 pm at Second Sole in Levis Commons, Perrysburg.
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