iRun WNY New Year's Day
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iRun WNY New Year's Day 5K
iRun Western New York presents the 11th Annual 5K New Year's Classic with separate 5K races on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day at Fort Niagara State Park in Youngstown, New York. Both races start and finish near the historic lighthouse at Old Fort Niagara. The event plans to use the USATF course #NY11071JG.
There is one water stop on the course that runners pass twice, and bottled water will be provided at the finish. Packet pickup takes place inside a large heated tent. A post race celebration and awards ceremony are held inside the heated tent across from the Officer's Club, with music and light snacks provided. Participants 21 and older may bring their own adult beverages into the park.
Registration fees are listed, and a combo price is offered for those who register for both races. Online registration remains open until the start of each race or until sold out. A mail-in registration option is available and requires completing and mailing the required waivers with payment.
Timing and results use Jaguar Electronic RFID chip timing managed by Race Management Solutions. Results update in real time and finish line photos and custom finisher certificates are available via the event platforms. The first 125 participants will receive a custom finisher medal. Overall trophies and age group award decals will be presented at the awards ceremony.
There are no refunds; organizers may postpone, reschedule, or offer a virtual alternative for safety or emergency reasons. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
