STRONG START 2026! - Racing Minds New Year's Day Family Fun Run (FREE!)

  • Date Thu 1st January 2026
  • Time 10:00AM CST
  • Location Cedar Park, Texas
  • Price Free
  • Races 5 races
  • Distances 1 Mile

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Event summary

Kick off the New Year with energy and excitement at the STRONG START 2026! Racing Minds New Year's Day Family Fun Run, taking place on Thursday, January 1st, 2026, at Cedar Park in Williamson. This free event welcomes participants of all ages to choose from a variety of race distances, including a thrilling 100M Dash, a fun-filled Half Mile, a mile-long challenge, and a scenic 2.5 Mile run. For those looking for a team experience, a relay option is available on the half-mile loop, making it perfect for families and friends to enjoy together.

Get ready to embrace the spirit of the New Year while setting your fitness goals in a supportive and festive environment. Although this event is not officially timed, you can run or walk as many distances as you like, so bring your enthusiasm and let’s make it a memorable start to 2026! Participants will receive race bibs on the day of the event, and don't miss the chance to enter the raffle with bib tags for exciting prizes. Join us at Cedar Park for a day of fun, fitness, and community!

Organiser's Description

Pick a distance to run or walk and get your new year off to a STRONG START! 100M DASH, HALF MILE, MILE, 2.5 MILE are all options. You can also choose a relay option on the half mile loop. This event is NOT officially timed! Want to run more than one distance? Go for it!

We will give race bibs to participants on the day of the event at check-in and we will have a raffle with bib tags!

Races

  • 100 Meter Dash (Kids 5 and Under)

    Thu 1st January 2026 (10:00AM CST)

    Free

    This race distance is recommended for kids ages 5 and under.
  • Half Mile (All Ages)

    Thu 1st January 2026 (10:00AM CST)

    Free

    This distance is for all ages to run/walk.
  • Mile (All Ages)

    Thu 1st January 2026 (10:00AM CST)

    Free

    This distance is for all ages to run/walk.
  • 2.5 Mile Individual (All Ages - Full Park Loop)

    Thu 1st January 2026 (10:00AM CST)

    Free

    This distance is for all ages to run/walk, including strollers and dogs. The course will loop around the entirety of Lakeline Park on the trail.
  • Choose Your Own Adventure RELAY (All Ages, 2-6 Member Teams - Half Mile Loop)

    Thu 1st January 2026 (10:00AM CST)

    Free

    Find a friend or family and make teams of 2-6. There will be a half mile loop and you can split it up however you'd like! 2 people - 1.5 mi each 3 people - 1 mi each 4 people - take turns running the half mile, some do more 5 people - take turns running the half mile, some do more 6 people - half mile each

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Location

Lakeline Park Sports Fields, 1510 Alexis Dr., Cedar Park, 78613, TX, United States

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