In 72 days · Fri, Jan 1, 2027
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Friday, January 1st, 2027
9501 Sashabaw Rd, Clarkston MI
5K
22–33°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2026
6–17°F
dry
2025
26–33°F
dry
2024
27–33°F
dry
2023
28–42°F
dry
2022
23–38°F
rain
2021
21–31°F
rain
2020
23–35°F
dry
2019
23–34°F
dry
2018
-8–11°F
dry
2017
22–37°F
dry
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About this race
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
Fitness Journal
Race Shirt
Refreshments (hot chocolate and treats)
Course map
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Run clubs near Clarkston to train with before race day.
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