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Run In The New Year 5k/10K/Half Marathon

Run In The New Year 5k/10K/Half Marathon

Run in the New Year offers a festive, flat, paved path along the beach with live music and New Year's bling.

Race Date

Jan 1, 2027

Location

Huntington Beach, CA

Runner Favorite81

Quick facts

Date
Friday, January 1, 2027
Location
Huntington Beach, California
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 3.1 Miles, 6.2 Miles, Kid's Dash, Early Starters for Half Marathon
Course
Loop Course
Terrain
Road
USATF certified
Not listed
Finishers on record
1,845

Highlights

Good For

PR FriendlyDestination Worthy

Atmosphere

Party FinishGreat MedalGreat Swag

Course

Fast Flat

The Experience

Ring in the New Year with a vibrant celebration at Huntington Beach, California. This race, first run in 2010 and now in its 15th year, offers a flat, paved path along the state park, with the gentle sound of the surf as your soundtrack.

With a median field size of around 600 finishers, the event draws participants from approximately 26 states, and about 23% of runners return each year. The course is designed for speed, with a flat profile and wide paths conducive to personal bests. Live music at the start/finish line adds to the festive atmosphere, making it a unique way to kick off the year.

All finishers receive a custom cast medal and a special long-sleeve t-shirt for the half marathon. The event is celebrated as SoCal's "Healthiest Live Party," offering a unique blend of fitness and festivity to start your new year.

Race-provided description

It's SoCal's HEALTHIEST LIVE PARTY!  LIVE BAND at  the START/FINISH and  the course! It's YOUR NEW YEAR'S CELEBRATION. WITH New Year's BLING! Friday, Jan. 1, 2027

8:30 am Half Marathon Start

8:40 am Kid's Dash

9:00 am 5k/10K Mass Start

Early Packet Pick-Up: We encourage you to pick up the day prior

TBD

Packet pick-up is optional, so if you cannot make it- don't worry. Packets can be picked up on race day starting at 7 am in LOT 25. The gates to the STATE PARK open at 7am.

Write a New Year resolution on the back of your bib and RUN, JOG, or WALK it into the new year.  The course is the flat and fast, paved, wide State Park path, watching and listening to the surf.! Whether an avid runner, jogger, first-timer, or walker, we are the something for every BODY & EVERYBODY best-themed race! Bring family and friends, or just yourself and shoes! Let's get 2024 off and  RUNNING.    Entry comes with a Run In The New Year CUSTOM 5K/10K T-Shirt   Special LONG SLEEVE DESIGN T-shirt for Half Marathon Finishers   And, a huge CUSTOM CAST finisher medal to all! HUGE!! Make it a Post-race 5K/10K resolution party ( New Year's Beanies will be for sale at the t-shirt table.) GEAR CHECK is available, if needed, at the Caren Ware Events BOOTH.  Put your bib number on a tag and pin to your gear.   Professionally CHIP timed event by ITZ ABOUT TIME. Age division awards galore! Entrance to Bolsa Chica State Park. The event is in the farthest western lot- Lot 25, closest to Warner & PCH, but to enter the park use the following address: 17851 Pacific Coast Hwy.

Race Day Schedule:

6:00 am: Gates Open7:00 am: Race Day Packet Pick-Up Begins (Lot 25)8:00 am Half Marathon Start for those that will take more than 3 hours and 45 minutes to finish8:30 am: Half Marathon Start (Must cross the starting arch by 8:05 am)8:40 am: Kid’s Dash9:00am: 5K/10K Mass Start (Must cross the starting arch by 9:05 am)9:40am: 5K Awards Ceremony begins.10:00 am 10K awards10:30 announcing of overall Half marathon awards 8:30 am start for HALF MARATHON.  You have until 8:35 to pass under the arch.  9:00am start for 5k/10K.  You have until 9:05 am to pass under the arch.  All 5k/10K must start before the lead half marathoner finishes.   YOUR START TIME does not start until you cross under the arch. Fastest runners in the front, and those looking to place in their age group division. Wear your bib on the front.  Make sure you run the distance on your bib or exchange it for the correct one of your choice at the Solutions/Late registration table if you decide to change races. SPECIAL PANCAKE BREAKFAST!!!! You can add pancakes to your registration on the last page... Visit the Speciality Coffee Booth, Fresh baked cookies (GALLETINAS BOOTH),  fresh cut fruits,  and street tacos and tamales will be there. Awards: There are “In It To Win It” age categories 3 deep with 5 year age spans: 1-10, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39 40-44, 45-49, 50-54,55-59 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84 and 85 & over. Course Flat and fast, or slow and easy, make it the pace you want it. This 5K/10K course runs along the beach bike path at Bolsa Chica, Huntington Beach State Beach. Families can bring strollers but agree to use at their own risk.  Half Marathon Course: Flat, fast, perfect for PRs or training for your next marathon.  It is (2)Two loops of the 10k so you get plenty of aid stations, entertainment, and spectator friendly!! Aid Station Every 1.5 Miles Water/GatoradeChargel/ Bananas   FLAT!!! Great for first-time Half Marathoners or those wanting to PR! Half Marathon Spectators - you can be at the finish line to see runners start then walk about 50 ft towards the runners to see them go on their second loop. Restrooms: Restrooms on RACE DAY: are located at each end of the parking lot.  A set by Sea Legs (east) and a set near  Warner Blvd on the west end of the parking lot.

Course Info

Course Type

Loop Course

Terrain

road

Scenery

Coastal

Surface

Paved

Difficulty

Ultra-Flat

Net Drop/km

0 m (Flat)

Separation

0.0%

Also Offers

3.1 Miles6.2 MilesKid's DashEarly Starters for Half Marathon

Quality Score

Runner Favorite81
Methodology
Heritage20/20

13 years running

Size14/15

~597 finishers a year

Momentum2/5

shrinking

Loyalty20/20

23% returning runners

Course & details6/15

5 timing sources · 8 photos

National draw8/10

runners from 26 states

Front-pack speed3/5

winner 1:20:43

Weather8/10

typical high 61°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

47°

Afternoon (High)

61°

Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish

0.1"

Precipitation

10 mph

Wind

82%

Humidity

Historical Finish Times

How 1,845 finishers actually crossed the line across 13 years.

Most recent

2025

Total finishers

1,845

Median time

2:11:12

Latest turnout

234

States

41

10%
25%
75%
90%
1:10p50 median ≈ 2:054:00

Turnout by year

2017–2025

'17'18'19'21'22'23'24'25
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Race Photos

Frequently asked

When is the Run In The New Year 5k/10K/Half Marathon?

The Run In The New Year 5k/10K/Half Marathon is held on Friday, January 1, 2027, starting at 8:30 AM.

Where does the Run In The New Year 5k/10K/Half Marathon take place?

It takes place in Huntington Beach, California.

What distances does the Run In The New Year 5k/10K/Half Marathon offer?

The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 3.1 Miles, 6.2 Miles, Kid's Dash, Early Starters for Half Marathon.

Is the Run In The New Year 5k/10K/Half Marathon course flat and good for a PR?

The Run In The New Year 5k/10K/Half Marathon is a ultra-flat, loop course course.

How many people run the Run In The New Year 5k/10K/Half Marathon?

HalfRuns has finish records for 1,845 runners who have completed the Run In The New Year 5k/10K/Half Marathon.

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