Needham Running Club New Year’s Day 5K 2027
- Date Fri 1st January 2027
- Time 11:00AM EST
- Location Needham, Massachusetts
- Price $39.05
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Kick off the New Year with a bang at the Needham Running Club New Year’s Day 5K on January 1, 2027! This exciting event takes place in the charming town of Needham, Norfolk, beginning at 11:00 AM ET. Open to runners and walkers of all abilities, the 5K promises a fun-filled day as participants enjoy a flat and fast course with just a couple of gentle climbs to keep things interesting.
Whether you're a seasoned runner or new to the sport, this is the perfect way to start 2027 on the right (or left) foot! The race supports great local causes, including scholarships for Needham High School seniors and the Charles River YMCA. Don't miss the chance to snag exclusive Needham New Year’s Day 5K socks for the first 250 registered participants! With an awards ceremony to honor the top finishers in each age group, this event is not only a fantastic way to embrace the New Year but also a celebration of community spirit. Join us in Needham and make your New Year’s resolution a reality!
Whether you're a seasoned runner or new to the sport, this is the perfect way to start 2027 on the right (or left) foot! The race supports great local causes, including scholarships for Needham High School seniors and the Charles River YMCA. Don't miss the chance to snag exclusive Needham New Year’s Day 5K socks for the first 250 registered participants! With an awards ceremony to honor the top finishers in each age group, this event is not only a fantastic way to embrace the New Year but also a celebration of community spirit. Join us in Needham and make your New Year’s resolution a reality!
Organiser's Description
START 2027 ON THE RIGHT (OR LEFT) FOOT WITH A NEEDHAM TRADITION!
Our fast, welcoming New Years Day 5K is open to runners and walkers of all abilities. Whether you are returning or joining us for the first time, it is a great way to begin the year.
EVENT DETAILS
DATE & TIME: January 1, 2027 at 11:00 AM ET
LOCATION: 863 Great Plain Avenue, Needham, MA 02492
COST: $35 in advance | $40 on race day
THIS RACE SUPPORTS
* Needham Community Council
* Two scholarships for Needham High School seniors
* Charles River YMCA
* Needham Running Club activities
AWARDS CEREMONY: The top three finishers in each male and female age group will be recognized.
REGISTER EARLY! The first 250 registered runners will receive a pair of Needham New Years Day 5K socks.
[Needham New Year's Day 5K socks]
COURSE INFO
The course is flat and fast, with two short climbs late in the race near miles 2.2 and 2.5. View the interactive map for the route, elevation profile, and additional details.
View Interactive Course Map [https://connect.garmin.com/embed/course/130674482]
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RACE-DAY AT A GLANCE
* EARLY BIB PICKUP: December 31, 2026, 300 PM at the Charles River YMCA, 863 Great Plain Avenue, Needham
* RACE-DAY BIB PICKUP: Opens at 9:00 AM at the Charles River YMCA, 863 Great Plain Avenue, Needham
* PARKING: Plenty of on-street parking is available. For guaranteed spots, two free public lots are within walking distance:
* 39 Lincoln Street, Needham, MA
* 89 Chapel Street, Needham, MA
Our fast, welcoming New Years Day 5K is open to runners and walkers of all abilities. Whether you are returning or joining us for the first time, it is a great way to begin the year.
EVENT DETAILS
DATE & TIME: January 1, 2027 at 11:00 AM ET
LOCATION: 863 Great Plain Avenue, Needham, MA 02492
COST: $35 in advance | $40 on race day
THIS RACE SUPPORTS
* Needham Community Council
* Two scholarships for Needham High School seniors
* Charles River YMCA
* Needham Running Club activities
AWARDS CEREMONY: The top three finishers in each male and female age group will be recognized.
REGISTER EARLY! The first 250 registered runners will receive a pair of Needham New Years Day 5K socks.
[Needham New Year's Day 5K socks]
COURSE INFO
The course is flat and fast, with two short climbs late in the race near miles 2.2 and 2.5. View the interactive map for the route, elevation profile, and additional details.
View Interactive Course Map [https://connect.garmin.com/embed/course/130674482]
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RACE-DAY AT A GLANCE
* EARLY BIB PICKUP: December 31, 2026, 300 PM at the Charles River YMCA, 863 Great Plain Avenue, Needham
* RACE-DAY BIB PICKUP: Opens at 9:00 AM at the Charles River YMCA, 863 Great Plain Avenue, Needham
* PARKING: Plenty of on-street parking is available. For guaranteed spots, two free public lots are within walking distance:
* 39 Lincoln Street, Needham, MA
* 89 Chapel Street, Needham, MA
Races
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5k
Incl. $4.05 Fee
Fri 1st January 2027 (11:00AM EST)
$39.05
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863 Great Plain Avenue, Needham, 02492, MA, United States
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