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Wednesday, December 30th, 2026
500 East Second Street, Rochester MI
5K
24–36°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 4 of the last 10 years
2025
19–22°F
dry
2024
34–44°F
rain
2023
29–38°F
dry
2022
45–53°F
rain
2021
27–39°F
dry
2020
28–43°F
rain
2019
33–45°F
rain
2018
27–34°F
dry
2017
6–14°F
dry
2016
24–30°F
dry
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About this race
Race Overview
The Goodbye New Year's Eve series is in its 12th year and new day - December 30th! We wanted runners to have more options for racing at years end!
Event Details
- Date: December 30, 2026
- Location: RARA building, 500 East Second St, downtown Rochester
- Course: Out and back race route on the Clinton River Trail (if snowy or icy conditions we recommend wearing Yak Traks or similar traction on your shoes)
- Facilities: Indoor space to warm up and use the restroom
Awards and Refreshments
- Finisher Award: Unique handmade finisher award (different every year) by local artisans
- Post-Race Food: Pizza, hot cocoa, and water
- Prizes: FAMOUS white elephant prizes for all finishers
- Last Chance: Last in-person chance to run 2026 out of town!
Race Schedule
- Packet Pick-up: Available starting at 1:30 PM in the RARA building
- Race Start Time: 2:30 PM
Additional Information
Feeling adventurous? Run 3 races in 3 days by signing up for Goodbye 26 AND Out With The Old - In With The New 5K.
Race Registration
For more information and registration, visit: GOODBYE26 Race Registration
Course map
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Live prices near the start line, Dec 29 – 31, 2026.
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