Free New Year's Day 5k by Chico Running Club
About this race
Join us for a Chico Running Club tradition our New Year’s Day 5k!
When: January 1, 2026 at 9:00am (Rain or shine)
Where: Bidwell Park, Sycamore Field near Caper Acres (Google Map)
What: Free New Year’s 5k on the official City of Chico Bidwell Park Course
Cost: Free! A suggested donation of $5 will help us cover the cost of post race refreshments 😊
Details: Start the New Year right with CRC’s New Year’s Day 5k run, with our race timing clock running for those of you who want a challenge on the first day of the year! It’s a Chico tradition! This is a free event, race bibs will not be assigned.
Food: We’ll have free refreshments- coffee, hot chocolate, donuts post race and CRC gear for purchase.
Prizes: will be given to the top finishers.
Donations: The race is free and everyone is welcome! Donations to CRC are much appreciated! Help us celebrate our 50th year!
You can donate via RunSignUp or on our website Donations Page
For More: Visit the Chico Running Club Website
Questions? Email us at chicorcmembership@gmail.com
Join fellow runners on January 1, 2025 for the Free New Year's Day 5k by Chico Running Club. It's a fantastic 5K featuring a flat and fast course in Chico.
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Free New Year's Day 5k by Chico Running Club
For more details visit Chico Running Club at chicorunningclub.org
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About Chico
Free New Year's Day 5k by Chico Running Club takes place in Chico, California, United States. The local timezone is America/Los_Angeles.
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