iRun WNY New Year's Eve 5K
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iRun WNY New Year's Eve 5K
iRun Western New York hosts two 5K races at Fort Niagara State Park in Youngstown, New York: one on New Year's Eve and one on New Year's Day. Both races start and finish near the historic lighthouse at Old Fort Niagara. The New Year's Eve course is run clockwise; the New Year's Day course is run counter-clockwise. There is one water stop on the course that participants pass twice, and bottled water is provided at the finish. A large heated tent across from the Officer's Club will serve as the post race area for celebration and awards, with music and light food provided.
Distances
- New Year's Eve 5K
- New Year's Day 5K
The first 125 participants will receive a custom finisher medal. Custom trophies will be presented to the overall male and female winners; age group award decals will be provided to attach to finisher medals. Age groups are 19 and under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, and 80 and older. Registration fees are $30 with $35 after 12/15/26; a two-race discount is available for $55 with $60 after 12/15/26. Packet pickup will take place inside the heated tent. Mail-in registration is available with required waivers. Chip timing using Jaguar Electronic RFID will be used and results are posted in real time; finish-line photos and custom finisher certificates are provided via the race platform. The organizers reserve the right to postpone, reschedule, or offer a virtual alternative and there are no refunds. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
