New Year Kickoff Smokestack Out'N Back 5K
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Event details
The 2026 New Year Kickoff Smokestack Out'N Back is the second annual 5K held in Stanwood, Washington. The course runs along calm county roads and the Port Susan Trail, with the historic Smokestack visible from the route. The event uses chip timing. Every registered participant receives a commemorative finisher medal. Awards are given to the top male, top female, and top kid finishers. The event is described as family-friendly; children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Leashed dogs are allowed on the course.
Logistics and extra information
Registrations are non-refundable. An early-bird bonus offers a 10% discount to the first ten adult registrants who apply the promo code FIRST10. Limited parking is available at Hamilton Landing Park, with instructions for double parking when needed. Overflow parking options include The Cookie Mill and Coastal Community Bank. Additional downtown parking is available about an 8–10 minute walk from the park; a safe pedestrian crossover is located near Bank of America. Post-race refreshments are provided, and registered participants and volunteers are entered into a post-race appreciation drawing. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.