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Brazen New Year's Day

Castro Valley, United States • 1 Jan 2026

Event overview

Brazen New Year's Day is set for January 1, 2026 at Lake Chabot in Castro Valley, California. The event uses trails and paths around Lake Chabot and offers timed race results and free photos taken by volunteer photographers. Race services listed by the organizer include bib pickup, volunteer support, and published results.

Distances and series details

  • Half marathon
  • 10K
  • 5K
  • Remote Runner option

Half marathon entrants are invited to participate in the Brazen Ultra Half Series. The series events are described as often longer than 13.1 miles and featuring significant ascents and descents on varied trails. Runners who take part in the organizer's New Year's Eve race and this New Year's Day event are eligible for the event Mega Medal. The event page lists registration categories and tiered entry fees, and identifies the Race Director as the event contact. The event location is given as 17936 Lake Chabot Lane, Castro Valley, CA 94546, United States. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States California Castro Valley

Race information

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