Race Lineup for January 2, 2026

Can’t Miss Races in 2026

• The Matt McCloskey Narberth 5 Mile Run on April 25 in Narberth, PA: REGISTER

  Philly’s most challenging 5-miler. 💰$5 off with coupon code HAPPY2026 until midnight tonight

• Doylestown 5K Race on May 23 in Doylestown, PA: REGISTER

  Celebrate Memorial Day Weekend with more than 700 runners! 💰Save $25 by registering for all 7 races in the Bucks 5K Series before January 7th.

• Jenkintown Sunset 5K on June 2 in Jenkintown, PA: REGISTER

  A thrilling evening run through the beautiful streets of Jenkintown. 💰Save $5 by registering before January 31st. Read about the Jenkintown Sunset 5K.

• Coast Guard Race on August 1 in Portsmouth, VA: REGISTER

  Run along the waterfront with big boats.💰$6 off with coupon code HNY until January 7th.

• Arlington 9/11 5K on September 5 in Arlington, VA: REGISTER

  A meaningful event honoring the bravery and sacrifice of first responders on September 11, 2001.💰 Save $5 by registering before February 9th.

Winter Races in Philadelphia

• Freezer 5K on January 18 in Horsham, PA: REGISTER

  Run along the beautiful powerline trail.

• 19154 5K on January 31 in Philadelphia, PA: REGISTER

  All proceeds will benefit St. Anselm School and Parish.

• Cold Hearts 5K on February 14 in Philadelphia, PA: MORE INFO

  A winter run along the Schuylkill River.

• Frostbite 5-Mile Race on February 21 in Ambler, PA: REGISTER

  The most renowned February race, sponsored by the Ambler Area Running Club.💰Save $5 by registering before February 1st.

• Snowball Shuffle on March 7 in Downingtown, PA: REGISTER

  Run & walk for a healthier Downingtown community.

• Perkasie Rotary Hang Ten 10K on March 7 in Quakertown, PA: REGISTER

  Start March with a 10K.

• 🍀Philly Shamrock Run on March 14 in Philadelphia, PA: REGISTER

  Get lucky at Philly’s first Shamrock Run benefiting the Philly Zoo.💰 Save $5 by registering before January 15th.

• 🔥Blaze of Glory 5K on March 21 in Plumsteadville, PA: REGISTER

  The first race in the Bucks 5K Series benefits the Plumsteadville Volunteer Fire Company. 💰 The Bucks 5K Series Price increases from $220 → $245 on January 7. Register for the full series here. 

Texas Races

• Freeze the Day 5K on January 3 in Hereford, TX: REGISTER

  Bring a bit of joy in the freezing weather.

• Urban Iron ATX on January 10 in Austin, TX: REGISTER

  A Hybrid fitness race combining running & functional workouts across the city’s most iconic gyms. Results from Urban Iron NYC.

Florida Races

• Stuart Sailfish Sprint on February 28 in Stuart, FL: REGISTER

  Leave the excuses at home and have FUN!

• The Savage Loop in Destin, FL: REGISTER

  The Savage Loop benefits the Special Wish Foundation.

California Races

• Trinidad to Clam Beach Run on February 7 in Trinidad, CA: REGISTER

  Start in a quaint town and finish along a beautiful beach. 💰 Save $10 by registering before January 18th.

• Lake Piru 5K/10K on March 28 in Piru, CA: REGISTER 

  First annual race.

• CEEF 5K on March 28 in Cupertino, CA: REGISTER

  Raise funds for excellent educational programs.

Race Director Resources

• How the Jenkintown Sunset 5K became a Premier Evening 5K: READ

• How the Race to Reimagine Cancer Care Raises $60,000: READ

• Chronotrack Sunsets Registration Platform: READ

More Race Director Resources

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