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Friday, January 1st, 2027
17600 Lake Chabot Road, Castro Valley CA
5K · 10K · Half
44–56°F · some rain risk
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On this date: rain 1 of the last 10 years
2026
49–59°F
rain
2025
38–54°F
dry
2024
46–58°F
dry
2023
44–59°F
dry
2022
35–50°F
dry
2021
39–56°F
dry
2020
45–59°F
dry
2019
38–52°F
dry
2018
44–61°F
dry
2017
44–50°F
dry
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About this race
Race Overview
Whether you're looking to squeeze in your first trail run or you're looking to log that 1,000th mile before the clock strikes midnight on 12/31/2026, this is your chance.
Event Dates
- New Year's Eve: Thursday, 12/31/2026
- New Year's Day: Friday, 1/1/2027
Race Options
- Distance Choices: 5K, 10K, and half marathon
- Location: Lake Chabot, Castro Valley
Special Offer
Make it a double and join us both days and earn the Brazen New Year Mega-Medal!
Registration Note
*Note: Each race is a unique event on its own and requires separate registration.
More Information
For more details, visit the official race page: Brazen New Year's Eve.
Course map
Hotels for race weekend
Live prices near the start line, Dec 31 – Jan 2, 2027.
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Run clubs near Castro Valley to train with before race day.
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