Thu, Dec 31, 2026

Third Annual New Year’s Eve Run

Philadelphia, PA

Registration openAnnual since at least 2025
5K5 Miles
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About the Third Annual New Year’s Eve Run

This one starts in a parking lot near the Temple Sports Complex on New Year's Eve, and the routes are designed so that the paths traced on a map spell out the coming year. Both options cover different distances, one shorter and one longer, but both end at the same place. Lights and sparkles are encouraged, and there is a champagne toast at the finish.

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Distances & Start Times

5K12/31/2026 18:00Free
5 Miles12/31/2026 18:00Free

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Where can I train for the Third Annual New Year’s Eve Run?

Join a local run club. Fairmount Running Club, Philadelphia Runner Track Club, Wissahickon Wanderers and others in Philadelphia welcome runners of all paces, and a weekly group run is the most reliable way to hold a training block together.

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