Gnome Run 5k and 10k Trail Run/Walk - 2026

Baxter Trail Club 13th Annual New Year's Day Trail Gnome Run

Sunday, Jan. 1, 2026

Kicking off the New Year with a healthy start! Now in our 13th year, our little community event has become one of the most anticipated trail events we host.

Enjoy a 5k trail run with family and friends, or really test yourself on our 10k route.

Back this year is our traditional NYD good luck lunch of fresh pulled pork, black eyed peas, collard greens, cornbread and Amor Artis craft beer! 

January 1 Calendar of events

7:30 a.m. 10k Ruck start time

10:00 a.m. 10k Run start time

11:00 a.m. 5K Run start time

12:00 Food is served!

The Start/Finish Location will be on the Baxter Village Green at 3187 Colonel Springs Drive. Registration fee includes the race, music, a t-shirt, giveaways, prizes and food.

Registration fees are: $35.00 until race day.   Race T-shirts are available to persons registering before December 12.

There is NO CHARGE for children 10 and under participating with a paid parent or guardian. Four-legged family members are welcome also, but they must be on a leash.

This event is a fundraiser for the Baxter Trail Club. Proceeds will go towards the club's activities and the hosting of community events including trail work days, group hikes, full moon fires, and general club administration. We are a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. Your tax deductible donations are welcomed! 

Volunteers! All hands on deck - food, drink, water stops, setup, road crossings.   We'll need lots of volunteers this year.      Gnome Run New Years Day Volunteer Registration HERE!