In 90 days · Thu, Dec 31, 2026
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When
Thursday, December 31st, 2026
Where
State College, State College PA
Distance
5K
Typical weather
25–37°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 4 of the last 10 years
2025
18–29°F
dry
2024
29–47°F
rain
2023
32–38°F
dry
2022
41–48°F
rain
2021
43–51°F
dry
2020
23–38°F
rain
2019
32–41°F
dry
2018
28–41°F
rain
2017
5–15°F
dry
2016
23–39°F
dry
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Gear up
Typical start here is 25°F — see the cold-start kit →
About this race
Event Overview
- Start Time: The Resolution Run begins at 6:30 pm.
- Location: State College, PA
- Event Type: Runners and walkers are welcome.
- Course: The course will be the same as the last two years.
Costume Contest
- Encouragement: First Night State College encourages costumes.
- Recognition: Best costume wins applause and a memorable story.
Registration Details
- Incentives: First 500 registrants receive a 2025 First Night State College button and running swag from Mount Nittany Health.
- Pricing:
- $25 on or before Dec. 22, 2025
- $30 until December 30
- $35 on race day, Dec. 31
- Special Pricing for Youth: Ages 19 and under receive discounts.
Registration Locations
- In-Person Registration: December 30, 2-4pm at State College Municipal Bldg. (243 S. Allen St.)
- Race Day Registration: December 31, 4-6pm at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church basketball court.
- Baggage Storage: Available at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church during the race.
Packet Pickup
- Date: December 30, 2-4pm at State College Municipal Bldg. (243 S. Allen St.)
- Race Day: December 31, 4-6pm at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church basketball court.
Contact Information
- Phone: For further information, please contact First Night State College at (814) 237-3682.
- Results: Race results are available at Nittany Valley Running Club.
More Information
- URL: For more details, visit the NVRC Resolution Run website.
Course map
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