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 FREE Kids Half Mile, making this a great event for the entire family. 5K Race The New Year's 5K will take place on a paved course with the final location and course details announced soon. Date January 2 Start Time 9:00 or 10:00 AM — Final Time TBD Distance 5K Surface Paved Location Coming Soon! Kids Half Mile Bring the kids and let them start the year running, too! The Kids Half Mile is completely FREE and gives our youngest participants a chance to experience the excitement of race day in a fun and welcoming environment. Distance 1/2 Mile Registration FREE What's Included 5K Runners: Registration includes a New Year's 5K long-sleeve race shirt. Kids Half Mile: A free, fun, and welcoming race-day experience for our youngest participants. Age Group Categories 09 & Under 10 – 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 & Over Awards Awards will be presented to the top overall male and female finishers in the 5K, along with the top three finishers in each age group category. Every Kids Half Mile finisher gets their own moment crossing the finish line — no clock required. Good to Know Where will the race actually be held? The final venue, parking information, and course map are still being finalized. We'll announce the location here — along with packet pickup details — as soon as it's confirmed. What time does the race start — 9:00 or 10:00 AM? We're deciding between the two. The final start time will be posted on this page and shared with everyone already registered as soon as it's locked in. The Kids Half Mile is free — do I still need to register my child? Yes. Registering ahead of time, even at no cost, helps us plan for every young runner on race day. Is the course okay for walkers, strollers, or first-timers? Yes — the 5K is a paved course designed for runners and walkers of all abilities. Registration & Transfer Policy All registrations are managed through your RunSignUp profile. You can transfer your entry to another runner, switch between the 5K and Kids Half Mile, transfer to a different Upstate Race Series event, update your personal details, or manage add-ons and apparel — all without contacting us. All entries are final; we're unable to offer refunds or deferrals. New Year. New Goals. First Finish Line. You don't have to wait weeks to start working toward those New Year's goals. Lace up, bring your family and friends, and make one of your first accomplishments of the year a finish line! Whether you're racing for a PR, walking your first 5K, or starting a new family tradition, we'd love to have you join us. Questions? For race-related questions, please contact: Charlie Kaylor CharlieKaylor71@gmail.com
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You've trained for months and booked a trip to Travelers Rest, SC.
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Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
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New Year’s 5k 2027 — Travelers Rest, SC takes place on January 2, 2027. The race is held in Travelers Rest, South Carolina.
Where is New Year’s 5k 2027 — Travelers Rest, SC held?
New Year’s 5k 2027 — Travelers Rest, SC is held at 235 Trailblazer Dr in Travelers Rest, South Carolina.
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