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New Years Double
- Date
- Thursday, December 31, 2026– Friday, January 1, 2027
- Location
- 701 N Angel Pkwy, Allen, TX, 75002
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When and where is New Years Double?
New Years Double is on Thursday, December 31, 2026 through Friday, January 1, 2027 in Allen, Texas. The first event starts at 7:00 AM local time. Distances: kids run, 5K, half marathon and marathon. Current entry fees run $22.50 to $115 on RunSignup, before processing fees. Online registration is open and closes Dec 31, 2026.
New Years Double race guide
The New Years Double is two days of races in Allen on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day, December 31, 2026 and January 1, 2027, with a 5K, half marathon and marathon each day. The 5K finishes before the half and full start, so you can run two races a day, up to 58.6 miles over both days.
- Dates
- Dec 31 and Jan 1
- Location
- 701 N. Angel Pkwy, Allen
- Each day
- 5K, half, marathon
- 5K
- 7:00–8:20 a.m.
- Half & full
- 8:20 a.m.–3:20 p.m.
- Max mileage
- 58.6 miles
New Years Double FAQ
How does the New Years Double work?
There’s a 5K, half marathon and marathon on both New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day. The 5K runs entirely before the half and full, so you can do two races a day; a 5K plus a marathon both days is 58.6 miles. Runners who do several events get a special perk.
How much does the New Years Double cost?
Current RunSignup entry fees, before processing fees: New Year's Eve Half Marathon $115; New Year's Eve Marathon $115; New Year's Day Half Marathon $115; New Year's Day Marathon $115; New Year's Eve 5K $57.50; New Year's Day 5K $57.50.
What time are the New Years Double races?
Both days, the 5K runs 7–8:20 a.m. and the half and marathon 8:20 a.m.–3:20 p.m., at 701 N. Angel Parkway, Allen.
What do New Years Double runners get?
A race shirt and a large finisher medal for every event. Kids 12 and under can enter without a shirt.
When does New Years Double registration close?
December 30 at 11:59 p.m. for New Year’s Eve races and December 31 at 7:59 p.m. for New Year’s Day races. A virtual option closes December 18.
Race facts checked November 9, 2026 against RunSignup: New Years Double and The Active Joe: New Years Double. Entry fees come from RunSignup. Always confirm details with the race before you travel.
Events & distances
| Event | Distance | Start | Entry fee | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Years Double VIRTUAL race | Virtual | Dec 31, 2026, 12:00 AM | $40.00 until Dec 18, 2026 | Opens Mar 25, 2026 · Closes Dec 19, 2026 |
| New Year's Eve 5K | 5K | Dec 31, 2026, 7:00 AM | $57.50 until Dec 30, 2026 | Opens Mar 25, 2026 · Closes Dec 31, 2026 |
| New Year's Eve 5K - Kids' Discounted Entry with No Race Shirt | 5K | Dec 31, 2026, 7:00 AM | $22.50 until Dec 30, 2026 | Opens Mar 25, 2026 · Closes Dec 30, 2026 |
| New Year's Day 5K - Kids' Discounted Entry with No Race Shirt | 5K | Dec 31, 2026, 7:00 AM | $22.50 until Dec 30, 2026 | Opens Mar 25, 2026 · Closes Dec 31, 2026 |
| New Year's Eve Half Marathon | 13.1 Miles | Dec 31, 2026, 8:20 AM | $115.00 until Dec 30, 2026 | Opens Mar 25, 2026 · Closes Dec 31, 2026 |
| New Year's Eve Marathon | 26.2 Miles | Dec 31, 2026, 8:20 AM | $115.00 until Dec 30, 2026 | Opens Mar 25, 2026 · Closes Dec 31, 2026 |
| New Year's Day 5K | 5K | Jan 1, 2027, 7:00 AM | $57.50 until Dec 31, 2026 | Opens Mar 25, 2026 · Closes Dec 31, 2026 |
| New Year's Day Half Marathon | 13.1 Miles | Jan 1, 2027, 8:20 AM | $115.00 until Dec 31, 2026 | Opens Mar 25, 2026 · Closes Dec 31, 2026 |
| New Year's Day Marathon | 26.2 Miles | Jan 1, 2027, 8:20 AM | $115.00 until Dec 31, 2026 | Opens Mar 25, 2026 · Closes Dec 31, 2026 |
Fees shown are the RunSignup price tier in effect now, before processing fees. Times are local to the race.
About New Years Double
Two days of run events (New Year's Eve and New Year's Day), with beautiful race shirts and finisher medals for everyone. We are celebrating getting active to end the year and getting active to start the new year off right! There is a 5K, half marathon, and marathon BOTH days. The 5K happens in its entirety before the half and full marathon, so participants can do up to 2 races per day. There's also a special perk for those who complete multiple running events over the two days – we know how runners love their bling! For those who want the biggest challenge of a 5K and marathon EACH day, they will finish the two days with 58.6 miles and go into the next year with some solid miles already!
Description provided by the race organizer via RunSignup.
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