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Friday, January 1st, 2027
Sycamore Field, South Park Drive, Chico CA
5K
40–54°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2026
46–55°F
rain
2025
42–51°F
dry
2024
38–57°F
dry
2023
39–57°F
dry
2022
26–48°F
dry
2021
36–53°F
dry
2020
41–55°F
dry
2019
31–51°F
dry
2018
38–61°F
dry
2017
38–46°F
rain
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Race-day forecast says layers
40°F at the start.
Gloves, ear warmers, throwaway layers, hand warmers — delivered before race day.
About this race
Join us for a Chico Running Club tradition our New Year’s Day 5k!
When: January 1, 2026 at 9:00am (Rain or shine)
Where: Bidwell Park, Sycamore Field near Caper Acres (Google Map)
What: Free New Year’s 5k on the official City of Chico Bidwell Park Course
Cost: Free! A suggested donation of $5 will help us cover the cost of post race refreshments 😊
Details: Start the New Year right with CRC’s New Year’s Day 5k run, with our race timing clock running for those of you who want a challenge on the first day of the year! It’s a Chico tradition! This is a free event, race bibs will not be assigned.
Food: We’ll have free refreshments- coffee, hot chocolate, donuts post race and CRC gear for purchase.
Prizes: will be given to the top finishers.
Donations: The race is free and everyone is welcome! Donations to CRC are much appreciated! Help us celebrate our 50th year!
You can donate via RunSignUp or on our website Donations Page
For More: Visit the Chico Running Club Website
Questions? Email us at [email protected]
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