First Day 5K
Updated
Friday, January 1, 2027, first start 10:00 AM, in Clarkston (9501 Sashabaw Rd). Distances: 5K. Entry from $30; the 5K goes from $30 to $35 after November 30.
Course and race notes
Kick off the new year with a 5k.
Start the year strong with a 5k race on the first day of the year. Race will take place at Independence Oaks park in Clarkston, Michigan at 10am on January 1. Participants will receive. Race Results. Race Photos. Finisher Medal. Long Sleeve Hooded Race Shirt. Fitness Journal.
In the organizer's words, from the race's own listing.
Race details
Date
Friday, January 1
2027 · in 55 days
Start time
10:00 AM
Earliest wave
Course
Road or path
Paved course
Distances
5K
Price
$30
Plus the platform's processing fee
5K goes up after Mon Nov 30 (in 23 days)
Registration
Open
Online signup closes Fri Jan 1 (in 55 days)
Opened Oct 1, 2026
Race day in Clarkston
Weather
30° / 16°F
Typical high and low for January 1, with a 51% chance of rain.
NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals, White Lake 4E, MI (7.1 mi away). Averages, not a forecast; a forecast appears here a week out.
Daylight
8:03 AM – 5:08 PM
Sunrise and sunset on Friday.
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
19 public lots and garages within 0.6 mi, the nearest under 0.1 mi away.
Nearest public restroom: 0.5 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, Thu Dec 31
Where to stay
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