New Year's 5k 2027
- Date
- Saturday, January 2, 2027
- Start time
- 9:30 AM start (New York)
- Location
- Travelers Rest, South Carolina
- Entry fee
- From $5 · goes up to $35 on Dec 1, 2026
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kids 1/2 Mile Fun Run | Kids | Jan 2, 20279:30 AM | $5 | – |
| 5k Run/Walk | 5K | Jan 2, 202710:00 AM | $30$35 after Dec 1, 2026 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The 5K fee goes up to $35 on Dec 1, 2026.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- Kids 1/2 Mile Fun Run: $5 until Jan 2.
- 5k Run/Walk: $30 until Nov 30, then $35 until Jan 1, then $40 until Jan 2.
Online registration closes Jan 2, 2027, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $30, entry is about 14 percent below a typical 5K in South Carolina, which costs $35 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 5K in Travelers Rest runs 31:34, about 10:10 a mile, based on 5 races with published results. Women typically finish in 41:18 and men in 30:15.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:37 AM, and the Kids 1/2 Mile Fun Run starts at 9:30 AM. The start sits about 1,120 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
235 Trailblazer Dr, Travelers Rest, SC 29690
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Typical race-day weather
Around January 2 the day usually runs from 37°F at dawn to 55°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 25% of days. Cold snaps dip to 26°F and hot years reach 67°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 6 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
Race details
- Where
- 235 Trailblazer Dr, Travelers Rest, SC 29690Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 1,120 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 5K, Kids
- Editions
- 2027 (Jan 2, 2027)
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Quick answers
- When is New Year's 5k?
- Saturday, January 2, 2027, starting at 9:30 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $5 before processing fees, and rises to $35 on Dec 1, 2026.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Jan 2, 2027, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for South Carolina?
- At $30, entry is about 14 percent below a typical 5K in South Carolina, which costs $35 right now.
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- Can I donate to a cause when I register?
- Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
- What distances can I run?
- 5K, Kids.
- Where does it start?
- 235 Trailblazer Dr, Travelers Rest, SC 29690.
From the organizers
New Year's 5K & Kids Half Mile
Start the New Year on the right foot!
Kick off the year with fresh goals, good company, and a few miles at the New Year's 5K! Whether you're chasing a new personal best, starting a New Year's resolution, or simply looking for a fun way to get moving with family and friends, this race is the perfect way to begin the year.
Join us on January 2nd for a paved 5K designed for runners and walkers of all abilities. We're also getting the youngest runners involved with a Kids Half Mile, making this a great event for the entire family.
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