Charlotte New Year's Day 5K

Course

Starts on the campus of UNC Charlotte, heads out along the Toby Creek Greenway and finishes back on campus. The 5K begins at 10:00am with a Kids Dash at 11:00am. It can be entered together with the 31 December NOON Year Eve 5K as the New Year Double.

Key dates

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  Race day
  Fri 1 Jan 2027

About

The Charlotte New Year's Day 5K is an annual race held on New Year's Day in University City, Charlotte, featuring a 5K run and a Kids Dash. Participants receive a long sleeve shirt, beer for 21+, coffee, lunch, and finisher medals, with VIP upgrades available.

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