Lake Orion New Year's Resolution Run
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About the race
The Lake Orion New Year's Resolution Run is an annual New Year's Day event in Lake Orion, Michigan. It offers two measured running options that circle the Village of Lake Orion and finishes on Broadway near Hanson's Running Shop.
Available distances:
- 5K (3.1 miles)
- 1.5 mile
Registration details are provided in advance: registration opens on 09/01/2026 and closes on 12/31/2026 with a standard fee of $25. Day-of registration is available at an increased fee of $30 for both events. Early packet pickup is handled at Hanson's Running Shop, 3 South Broadway (corner of Flint and Broadway), on New Year's Eve. Race day check-in takes place at Irish Tavern Lake Orion, 51 North Broadway.
Course notes list the start near Lapeer Street just north of Flint and the finish on Broadway near Hanson's Running Shop. Participants receive a swag item and a finisher award. Award categories include a finisher medal and placements by age and overall: Overall male and female; Master male and female; Grand Master male and female; and Youth (13 and under) boy and girl.
Irish Tavern Lake Orion is open for brunch after the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
