New Year's 2027

New Year's Races in Missouri

3 New Year's Eve and New Year's Day races in Missouri this season. The busiest days are Saturday, December 26 and Friday, January 1. A typical entry fee is around $30. Dates and fees come straight from race registration and refresh every night.

3
New Year's races
1
on Sat, Dec 26
$30
typical entry fee
3
cities

Saturday, December 26

Friday, January 1 (New Year's Day)

Saturday, January 9

Quick answers

When are New Year's races in Missouri in 2027?
Most run on weekends before New Year's Day. The busiest days are Saturday, December 26 (1), Friday, January 1 (1), and Saturday, January 9 (1). 1 runs on New Year's Day.
How much does a New Year's race cost in Missouri?
Most charge between $24 and $30 for their current entry tier, with a typical fee of $30 before processing fees. Many raise prices as New Year's gets closer.
What distances do New Year's races offer?
Of the 3 races, 3 include a 5K, 2 a 10K, 2 a kids race, and 2 a half marathon. Walkers are welcome at most of them.
What is the biggest New Year's race in Missouri?
Chilly 5k presented by Freeman Health System in Joplin, with 298 finishers across its events in 2026.
What is the weather like for New Year's races in Missouri?
Based on five years of weather at these races, New Year's week typically runs from about 31°F at dawn to 47°F in the afternoon, with rain on about 16 percent of days. Morning starts are usually close to the low.
Do New Year's races sell out?
Most do not, but the largest cap their fields, so check each race's registration page before New Year's week.