Brazen New Year's Day

Castro Valley, United States • 1 Jan 2027

Brazen New Year's Day 2027

The Brazen New Year's Day event takes place on January 1, 2027, at Lake Chabot in Castro Valley, California. The event utilizes the trails within the Lake Chabot area, offering a variety of distances for participants to start the new year.

Participants can choose from several event distances and categories:

  • Half Marathon
  • 10K
  • 5K
  • Hiker Division (specifically for those walking the half marathon course)
  • Remote Runner

The event includes a specialized Hiker Division for individuals walking the half marathon course who anticipate needing more than 3.5 to 4 hours to complete the distance. For those looking to participate from different locations, a Remote Runner option is also available.

This event is part of a series that includes a New Year's Eve race. Participants who complete races on both New Year's Eve and New Year's Day are eligible for the New Year Mega Medal. The event supports the East Bay Regional Parks Campership Program through fundraising and donations.

Registration is open to the general public with tiered pricing based on the date of entry. The race site is located at 17936 Lake Chabot Lane. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

Half Marathon
Half Marathon
10 km
10k
5 km
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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