The MTC/New Balance Racing Series 2026 is a running event taking place in Sarasota, Florida on January 1st. The race starts at 1:00 AM and carries no entry fee, making it accessible to runners looking to kick off the new year with a competitive event. Based in Sarasota, this New Balance-sponsored race offers athletes an opportunity to compete in an organized running event on New Year's Day. Check with the race organizers at P.O. Box 5696 for specific course details, distance options, and any registration requirements, as these details will help you plan your race strategy and accommodation needs when traveling to compete.
From the Race Organizer
You must OPT IN to be eligible to earn points for the 2026 racing season. You can sign up anytime of the year. Once enrolled, you will start earning points. Points are not retroactive. Anyone who participates in this racing series will be placed in their respective age group based on their actual age on January 1, of that year. Whatever your age on January 1 is your Racing Series age group for the ENTIRE year. This rule only applies to the scoring of the racing series. It does not affect any age group awards that are handed out on race day. You can enter as many of the events as you want, but you must have participated in at least 4 events to place first, second or third in the racing series end of year awards. Volunteer requirement: To win an end of year racing series award, you must have volunteered at one MTC event during that year. There are many opportunities to volunteer. These include, but not limited to: packet pickups, racing series events, MTC sanctioned events (not included in the series), being a race consultant, hosting a club connect, being on a MTC committee, helping at the summer beach runs or Adopt a Road Cleanups. If the Overall winner is over 40, then the fastest male/female runner under 40 will receive 8 points instead of 6. Only MTC members in good standing will be awarded points. If there is a tie in the final standings, then so be it. There will be no tiebreaker applied. Current Racing Series point totals will be posted on the MTC website and on the Facebook MTC member page. It is the responsibility of each club member to check their points and report any discrepancies. Awards will be presented at the annual MTC Awards Banquet in January. Racing series includes 5 year age groups starting with the 0-19 year-old, Master, Grand Master, Senior Grand Master and Veteran Grand Master will be pulled from the age groups and awarded separately. The youth category is not eligible to take overall. Racing Series Points will be Awarded as follows: 10 points Overall male and female 8 points Master male and female (age 40 to 49) 8 points Grand Master male and female (age 50-59) 8 points Senior Grand Master male and female (age 60-69) 8 points Veteran Grand Master male and female (age 70-79) 6 points First in age group 4 points Second in age group 3 points Third in age group 2 points completing the race The best 8 out of 10 races will be counted towards the final points for 2026. New Balance Sarasota will be the sponsor of our Racing Series. MTC/New Balance Racing Series for 2026: Andrew Monroe 5K, Jan 11, 2026 Run for the Donut 5K, February 14, 2026 Pine View Python 10K, March 28, 2026 Mote Marine Turtle Run 5K, April 11, 2026 Ringling Bridge 10K, April 26, 2026 Enviro 5K, September 2026 Phillippi Shores 5K, October 3, 2026 Bill’s Beer Run 5 miler, October 25, 2026 Jingle & Jog 5K, December 2026 Sandy Claws 5K, December 2026
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MTC/New Balance Racing Series 2026 2026 — Sarasota, FL
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for January 1.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Sarasota, FL.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
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When is MTC/New Balance Racing Series 2026 2026 — Sarasota, FL?
MTC/New Balance Racing Series 2026 2026 — Sarasota, FL takes place on January 1, 2026. The race is held in Sarasota, Florida.
Where is MTC/New Balance Racing Series 2026 2026 — Sarasota, FL held?
MTC/New Balance Racing Series 2026 2026 — Sarasota, FL is held at P.O. Box 5696 in Sarasota, Florida.
Where can I find hotels near MTC/New Balance Racing Series 2026 2026 — Sarasota, FL?
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