New Year 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Harrisburg, PA (01NY)
- Date Fri 1st January 2027
- Time 11:00AM EST
- Location Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
- Price $33.80 - $70.90
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 10km, Half Marathon
Event summary
Kick off the New Year with an exhilarating day of fitness and fun at the New Year 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon in Harrisburg, PA, on Friday, January 1, 2027! This exciting event takes place in the heart of Dauphin County and offers a welcoming atmosphere for runners and walkers of all abilities. Whether you're chasing a personal record, aiming to collect a themed medal, or simply looking to enjoy a day outdoors with friends, this event has something for everyone.
The race starts at 11:00 AM, with packet pickup available from 9:30 AM to 10:45 AM. Participants can choose from three distances: the 5K, 10K, or the challenging Half Marathon, which features an out-and-back course for all distances. Each finisher will receive a themed medal, adding to the excitement of this community-focused event. With a relaxed yet organized vibe, you can expect a clear course, friendly race staff, and a supportive atmosphere that celebrates every runner. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to start your year off on the right foot! Register early as space is limited, and let’s make this New Year’s Day unforgettable!
The race starts at 11:00 AM, with packet pickup available from 9:30 AM to 10:45 AM. Participants can choose from three distances: the 5K, 10K, or the challenging Half Marathon, which features an out-and-back course for all distances. Each finisher will receive a themed medal, adding to the excitement of this community-focused event. With a relaxed yet organized vibe, you can expect a clear course, friendly race staff, and a supportive atmosphere that celebrates every runner. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to start your year off on the right foot! Register early as space is limited, and let’s make this New Year’s Day unforgettable!
Organiser's Description
US ROAD RUNNING RACES
US Road Running races are built for runners and walkers who like friendly, low-pressure race days with just enough competition to keep things exciting. Our events are local, welcoming, and easy to jump into, whether you are chasing a PR, collecting another themed medal, working toward series points, or just getting outside with good people.
Most races are small enough to feel personal but organized enough to feel official. You can expect a clear course, helpful race staff, finisher medals, results, and a relaxed community feel. Bring your fast shoes, your steady walking pace, your favorite running buddy, or your best I signed up for this on purpose smile. We will be glad to see you at the start line.
A quick race-day note: because many US Road Running events are small local races, we normally have one or two staff members at each race. EMS is not stationed on site, and water stations are limited to the finish area at the end of each lap and at the race finish. Please plan for the weather, bring anything you may want between laps, and check in with race staff if you need help.
View Race Course, Results, and Race Information on the US Road Running race page. [https://usroadrunning.com/Races/PA/Harrisburg/141151-New-Year-5K-10K-13-1M-Harrisburg-PA-01NY/?race_date=2027-01-01]
RACE INFORMATION
All finishers will receive a themed medal.
The race starts at 11:00 AM.
Packet pickup will be from 9:30 am until 10:45 am.
Portapotties will be located near the start/finish line.
All runners must register on RunSignup.
No on-site registration; bibs are limited, register early.
5K & 10K COURSE (1.56M)
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5480851789
The course is an out-and-back (3.11M)
The 5K does the out-and-back one time.
The 10K does the out-and-back two times.
HALF MARATHON COURSE (1.64M)
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5480853382
The course is an out-and-back. (3.28M)
The Half Marathon does the out-and-back four times.
COURSE TIME LIMIT
3 hours and 30 minutes.
US Road Running races are built for runners and walkers who like friendly, low-pressure race days with just enough competition to keep things exciting. Our events are local, welcoming, and easy to jump into, whether you are chasing a PR, collecting another themed medal, working toward series points, or just getting outside with good people.
Most races are small enough to feel personal but organized enough to feel official. You can expect a clear course, helpful race staff, finisher medals, results, and a relaxed community feel. Bring your fast shoes, your steady walking pace, your favorite running buddy, or your best I signed up for this on purpose smile. We will be glad to see you at the start line.
A quick race-day note: because many US Road Running events are small local races, we normally have one or two staff members at each race. EMS is not stationed on site, and water stations are limited to the finish area at the end of each lap and at the race finish. Please plan for the weather, bring anything you may want between laps, and check in with race staff if you need help.
View Race Course, Results, and Race Information on the US Road Running race page. [https://usroadrunning.com/Races/PA/Harrisburg/141151-New-Year-5K-10K-13-1M-Harrisburg-PA-01NY/?race_date=2027-01-01]
RACE INFORMATION
All finishers will receive a themed medal.
The race starts at 11:00 AM.
Packet pickup will be from 9:30 am until 10:45 am.
Portapotties will be located near the start/finish line.
All runners must register on RunSignup.
No on-site registration; bibs are limited, register early.
5K & 10K COURSE (1.56M)
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5480851789
The course is an out-and-back (3.11M)
The 5K does the out-and-back one time.
The 10K does the out-and-back two times.
HALF MARATHON COURSE (1.64M)
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5480853382
The course is an out-and-back. (3.28M)
The Half Marathon does the out-and-back four times.
COURSE TIME LIMIT
3 hours and 30 minutes.
Races
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5k
Incl. $3.80 Fee
Fri 1st January 2027 (11:00AM EST)
$33.80
OPENS 17 NOV -
10k
Incl. $4.70 Fee
Fri 1st January 2027 (11:00AM EST)
$49.70
OPENS 17 NOV -
Half Marathon
Incl. $5.90 Fee
Fri 1st January 2027 (11:00AM EST)
$70.90
OPENS 17 NOV
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