The New Year's Dash 5K Run/Walk
- Date Thu 1st January 2026
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Elizabethtown, Kentucky
- Price Free - $32.80
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Kick off the New Year with energy and enthusiasm at the New Year's Dash 5K Run/Walk on Thursday, January 1, 2026! Set against the beautiful backdrop of Elizabethtown Sports Park in Hardin, this event promises a fantastic way to welcome 2026 while getting active. The race begins at 9 AM on a super runner-friendly course with heated bathrooms for comfort. Participants can choose to run or walk the 5K distance, making it perfect for all fitness levels.
Join the fun and embrace the spirit of the New Year by dressing up in your pajamas or festive attire, and you might just win a prize for the best-dressed male or female! Every runner will receive a hot chocolate mug and a long sleeve race t-shirt (guaranteed for those who register by December 17, 2025), along with a finisher medal to commemorate your achievement. Plus, kids aged 9 and under can participate for free, ensuring that the whole family can join in the festivities. Don't miss out on this wonderful community event that also supports the Elizabethtown Lions Club. Grab your friends, mark your calendars, and get ready to dash into the New Year!
Join the fun and embrace the spirit of the New Year by dressing up in your pajamas or festive attire, and you might just win a prize for the best-dressed male or female! Every runner will receive a hot chocolate mug and a long sleeve race t-shirt (guaranteed for those who register by December 17, 2025), along with a finisher medal to commemorate your achievement. Plus, kids aged 9 and under can participate for free, ensuring that the whole family can join in the festivities. Don't miss out on this wonderful community event that also supports the Elizabethtown Lions Club. Grab your friends, mark your calendars, and get ready to dash into the New Year!
Organiser's Description
We are once again ready to welcome a new year in style! Start 2026 off right by getting your exercise on! Join us for the New Year's Day Dash 5K Fun Run/Walk on Wednesday, January 1, 2026 beginning at 9am at the Elizabethtown Sports Park (Covered pavilion, super runner-friendly course, and HEATED bathrooms)! PROCEEDS FROM THIS RACE BENEFIT ALL THE GREAT COMMUNITY WORK OF THE ELIZABETHTOWN LIONS CLUB
ALL RUNNERS WILL RECEIVE A HOT CHOCOLATE MUG AND A LONG SLEEVE RACE T-SHIRT (TO BE GUARANTEED A SHIRT ON RACE DAY, PARTICIPANTS MUST REGISTER BY DECEMBER 17, 2025. (A LIMITED SUPPLY WILL BE AVAILABLE ONLINE AFTER THE DEADLINE)
Get all dressed up in your pajamas or your New Years Outfit and shine like the rockstar we know you are! We'll give out prizes to our best-dressed Male and Female participants, along with the Most Spirited Runner and the Oldest Runner, and the Top 3 Male/ Female finishers. All runners will be presented with a finisher medal to celebrate the new year!
Now all you need to do is grab your friends, mark your calendar, and get registered to start 2026 off right!
KIDS 9 AND UNDER RUN FOR FREE. HOWEVER, THERE IS NO T-SHIRT OR MEDAL OPTION. IF YOU PREFER, YOU CAN SIGN YOUR CHILD UP USING THE PAID REGISTRATION LINK.
VISIT THE FAQ PAGE [https://runsignup.com/Race/SouthCentralBanksNewYearsDash5KRunWalk/Page-1] FOR ALL THE DETAILS!
ALL RUNNERS WILL RECEIVE A HOT CHOCOLATE MUG AND A LONG SLEEVE RACE T-SHIRT (TO BE GUARANTEED A SHIRT ON RACE DAY, PARTICIPANTS MUST REGISTER BY DECEMBER 17, 2025. (A LIMITED SUPPLY WILL BE AVAILABLE ONLINE AFTER THE DEADLINE)
Get all dressed up in your pajamas or your New Years Outfit and shine like the rockstar we know you are! We'll give out prizes to our best-dressed Male and Female participants, along with the Most Spirited Runner and the Oldest Runner, and the Top 3 Male/ Female finishers. All runners will be presented with a finisher medal to celebrate the new year!
Now all you need to do is grab your friends, mark your calendar, and get registered to start 2026 off right!
KIDS 9 AND UNDER RUN FOR FREE. HOWEVER, THERE IS NO T-SHIRT OR MEDAL OPTION. IF YOU PREFER, YOU CAN SIGN YOUR CHILD UP USING THE PAID REGISTRATION LINK.
VISIT THE FAQ PAGE [https://runsignup.com/Race/SouthCentralBanksNewYearsDash5KRunWalk/Page-1] FOR ALL THE DETAILS!
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