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Friday, January 1st, 2027
151 Ribault Street, Spartanburg SC
10K · 1 Mile · 5K
38–54°F · some rain risk
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On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2026
34–59°F
dry
2025
40–54°F
dry
2024
36–50°F
dry
2023
45–64°F
dry
2022
61–73°F
rain
2021
41–52°F
rain
2020
35–52°F
dry
2019
55–65°F
dry
2018
19–30°F
dry
2017
41–47°F
rain
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About this race
The YMCA of Greater Spartanburg proudly unleashes the 45th Annual Hair of the Dog 10K, 5K & 1-Mile Dash, the ultimate New Year's Day tradition!
Join the pack on January 1, 2027 at the Thomas E. Hannah Family YMCA and kick off the new year the right way. Lace up with your furry co-pilot (leashed dogs welcome!) and sprint, jog or stroll your way into 2027 with unstoppable energy. Whether you're chasing a PR or just chasing your tail, let's start the year strong, together!
Now in its 45th year, this beloved Spartanburg tradition brings runners, walkers and four-legged friends together across three distances. Bring the whole family, shake off the holidays, and make your first miles of the year count. Ready, set, unleash your 2027!
1 Mile Dash: 9:05 AM
5K: 9:15 AM Location Thomas E. Hannah Family YMCA
151 Ribault Street, Spartanburg, SC 29302 Registration Online registration is open until race morning: the 10K closes at 9:00 AM and the 5K and 1 Mile Dash at 9:30 AM on January 1.
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All three distances start and finish on Ribault Street at the Thomas E. Hannah Family YMCA. Leashed dogs are welcome on course.
- Race t-shirt with your 10K, 5K or 1 Mile Dash entry
- Chip timing for the 5K and 10K
Course map
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