Swarthmore Recreation Association’s New Year's Day 5K

  • Date Thu 1st January 2026
  • Time 10:30AM EST
  • Location Swarthmore, Pennsylvania
  • Price $23.35
  • Races 1 race
  • Distances 5km

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Event summary

Kick off the New Year with a bang at the Swarthmore Recreation Association’s New Year's Day 5K on Thursday, January 1, 2026! This exciting event takes place in the picturesque borough of Swarthmore, Delaware, and is perfect for the whole family. Whether you're walking or jogging, enjoy the scenic USTAF-certified 5K course that begins near the Swarthmore College Fieldhouse and winds through town before finishing on the Swarthmore College Track.

The festivities don’t stop there! A free kids dash will be held at 11:30 AM, allowing young runners to join in the fun without any registration required. Plus, for parents wanting to participate, onsite babysitting will be available for potty-trained children aged 4-12. With registration options available up to race day, don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity to start your year on a healthy note! Enjoy a long sleeve tech shirt, light snacks, and refreshing beverages while competing for prizes, including gift cards for top finishers and medals for age group winners. Join us for a memorable New Year's celebration in Swarthmore!

Organiser's Description

KICK OFF THE NEW YEAR WITH THE SWARTHMORE RECREATION ASSOCIATION!

The SRA New Year's Day 5K is a fun Swarthmore tradition that the whole family can enjoy. Ring in the new year walking or jogging through our beautiful borough of Swarthmore. Our USTAF-certified 5K course begins near the Swarthmore College Fieldhouse, winds through town, and ends on the Swarthmore College Track. A fun kids dash (free, no registration required) will take place at 11:30am.

BIB AND SHIRT PICK UP:

For racers registered by December 30th, check back for the day and time to pick up your bib and shirt at Bryn Mawr Running Company in Media, PA.

CHILD WATCH:

Do you and your backup kid-watcher both want to run? Onsite babysitting will be provided by SRAs teen sports mentors for potty-trained youngsters aged 4-12 in the Swarthmore College Fieldhouse. This is only for children of registered runners and space is very limited. After you register for the race, sign up here [https://go.teamsnap.com/forms/506343].

EVENT DAY DETAILS:

* 9:00-10 Onsite registration and bib/shirt pickup at the Inn at Swarthmore
* 10 5K begins
* 11 Free kids and family dash
* 12 Refreshments end

REGISTRATION MILESTONES:

* Before December 1: $20.26
* December 1-20: $35.00
* December 21-28: $40.00
* December 29-Race Day (onsite): $45.00

REGISTRATION INCLUDES:

* Long sleeve tech shirt
* Light snacks and refreshments (coffee, bananas, granola bars, etc.)

PRIZES:

* Gift cards for 1st place overall male and female finishers
* Medals for male and female age group winners
* Ribbons for all kids who participate in the kids dash

QUESTIONS: Amy Strachan

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  • Swarthmore Recreation Association New Year's Day 5K

    Incl. $3.09 Fee & Long Sleeve Tech Shirt

    Thu 1st January 2026 (10:30AM EST)

    $23.35

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Field House Lane, Swarthmore, 19081, PA, United States

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