Noon Year's Eve 5K
Updated
Thursday, December 31, 2026, first start 12:00 PM, in Charlotte (8711 Monroe Rd). Distances: 5K. Entry from $40; the 5K goes from $40 to $45 after November 30.
Course and race notes
Run in the New Year with us at the 4th annual NOON Year's Eve 5K presented by Patterson Heating & Air Conditioning!
This popular holiday 5K sold out the first three years, so we're expecting a full house again in 2026. The 5K kicks off with a traditional New Year's Eve countdown at NOON! All paces are welcome.
In the organizer's words, from the race's own listing.
Race details
Date
Thursday, December 31
2026 · in 54 days
Start time
12:00 PM
Earliest wave
Course
Road or path
Paved course
Distances
5K
Price
$40
Plus the platform's processing fee
5K goes up after Mon Nov 30 (in 23 days)
Registration
Open
Online signup closes Thu Dec 31 (in 54 days)
Opened Jan 2, 2026
Race day in Charlotte
Weather
53° / 33°F
Typical high and low for December 31, with a 31% chance of rain.
NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals, Monroe Airport, NC (11.7 mi away). Averages, not a forecast; a forecast appears here a week out.
Daylight
7:30 AM – 5:20 PM
Sunrise and sunset on Thursday.
Calculated for the race location.
Near the start
Pin from the race's listed address. The start line can differ; check the race website for the course map. Directions
Parking
- Cross Country Parking Lot0.2 mi
10 public lots and garages within 0.6 mi.
Places to eat
- Captain Steve's restaurant0.1 mi
- Chamos Grill restaurant0.3 mi
Nearest public restroom: under 0.1 mi from the start.
Distances are straight-line from the race address. Check the race website for official parking.
Plan your trip
For the night before, Wed Dec 30
Where to stay
8 within 3 mi21 within 5 mi
Hotel
Hotel 1 of 5: InTown Suites Extended Stay
About 22 min walk1.1 mi from the start
Hotel
Hotel 2 of 5: Fairfield Inn & Suites
About 23 min walk1.1 mi from the start
Hotel
Hotel 3 of 5: Best Western Plus
About 23 min walk1.2 mi from the start
Hotel
Hotel 4 of 5: InTown Suites
About 6 min drive1.9 mi from the start
Hotel
Hotel 5 of 5: Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charlotte Southeast - Matthews
About 6 min drive1.9 mi from the start
Check prices at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charlotte Southeast - Matthews →
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