New Years Day 5K & Half Marathon - Shreveport Race Information
<p><span>It's never too early to start thinking ahead! </span></p> <p><span>We're starting <span>2026 </span>the only way we know how, with a race! After you ring in the New Year, take a nap then come out, and join us and RUN (or walk) into the New Year! We're putting on the #NYD5K or #NYD5K&HALFMARATHON. </span></p> <p><span>We thought it would be appropriate to kiss 2025 goodbye, and are offering the NYD5K and #NYDHALFMARATHON for just $25! We'll have the same great course, music & an awesome Finisher Medal! Make sure you're registered, as we'll only be offering Finisher Medals for the first 200 participants (we ran out last year!). We'll have shirts as an additional purchase for $25.</span></p> <p><span>If you're not ready to be out & about, join us for the virtual 5K, OR virtual Half Marathon & we will ship you your swag (continental US only; lower 48 states)! Virtual participants will receive a Finisher Medal and shot at awards! Purchase your commemorative NYD 2025 shirt for just $25 during registration! </span></p> <p><span>We'll start at 9:00 AM.</span></p> <p><span>We'll have a great flat course, Finisher Medals, and awards in the following categories:</span></p> <p><span>Top 3 Overall M/F</span></p> <p><span>Top 3 Masters M/F</span></p> <p><span>Top 3 Grand Masters M/F</span></p> <p><span>Top 3 Senior Masters M/F</span></p> <p><span>& Top 3 in all the usual 5 year Age Groups 10 & Under through 80+!</span></p><h4>Event details and schedule</h4><p></p><div class="margin-b-25"> <div> <p><span>Regular Registration: (ends 12/27):</span></p> <p>-5K: $26<br> -Half Marathon: $26<br> -Virtual Races: $26</p> <p><br><span>Late Registration: (ends 12/31):</span></p> <p>-5K: $28.5<br> -Half Marathon: $28.5</p> <p><br><span>Race Day Registration:</span></p> <p>-5K: $31<br> -Half Marathon: $31</p> <p><br><span><span>*All participants registered by 12/22 are guaranteed race swag in your size. Afterwards, swag will be while supplies last.</span></span></p> </div> </div> <div class="margin-b-25"> <h2>Course, Timing, Awards, & Event Cap</h2> <div> <p>We'll be chip timing the start & finish.</p> <p><a href="https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5762026414"><span><span>Click here for the Half Marathon course map </span></span></a></p> <p><span><a href="https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5846685217/">Click here for the 5K course map</a></span></p> <p>We'll have awards in the following categories:</p> <ul> <li>Top 3 Overall M/F</li> <li>Top 3 Masters M/F</li> <li>Top Grand Master M/F</li> <li>Top Senior Master M/F</li> <li>Top 3 in all the usual age groups 10 & Under - 80+</li> </ul> <p><span><em>Currently the event is capped at 400 participants...so register early!</em></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span>Water Stations</span></span></p> <p>We will have water stations approximately every 1.5 miles</p> </div> </div> <div class="margin-b-25"> <h2>Virtual Running - How it works and Link for Time Submission</h2> <div> <p>Can't make it out to the event site on race day? Missed the event cap, but still want to participate or support the cause, and have a shot at an award? Or, maybe you saw the shirt and said: "Sweet...I want one!" Then, the virtual race is for you! </p> <p>New to Virtual Running? Here's how it works:</p> <p>Step 1</p> <p>Get excited, grab some friends and buddies to join you! Sign up, and register for the New Year's Day Virtual 5K!</p> <p>Step 2</p> <p>Download your Custom Digital Bib! Hydrate, grab your buddy (or not), and get ready to get moving!</p> <p>Step 3</p> <p>Get out there and run or walk! You can run at the park, your favorite route in your neighborhood; anywhere you want. Please remember to social distance & be safe! </p> <p>Step 4</p> <p>HAVE FUN!~</p> <p>Share your distance, a selfie, or a picture along your race route, and use the hashtag #NYD5K #fivestarntp</p> <p>Step 5</p> <p>Submit your results directly on RunSignUp.com through your Profile page.</p> <p>You can submit your race time <a href="https://runsignup.com/Race/Results/154286">HERE</a> on the Virtual Results page anytime from until end of day January 1st.</p> <p>Step 6</p> <p>View your Virtual Results <a href="https://runsignup.com/Race/Results/154286">HERE</a> Monday after the Event Date.</p> <p> </p> </div> </div> <div class="margin-b-25"> <h2>Groups & Teams</h2> <div> <p>Grab your friends, family, co-workers, or anyone else, and bring in the New Year together.</p> <p>Put together a group of 10 or more, and save $2.00</p> </div> </div> <div class="margin-b-25"> <h2>Event Schedule</h2> <div> <p><span>December 22</span></p> <ul> <li>Last day to register to guarantee your shirt size.</li> </ul> <p><span><br> December 31</span></p> <ul> <li>Early Packet Pickup</li> <li>3-5 pm</li> <li>Holiday Inn Express & Suites, Shreveport South - Park Plaza, 8751 Park Plaza, Shreveport, LA 71105</li> </ul> <p><span>January 1</span></p> <ul> <li>Race Day <ul> <li>8:00 am Race Day Registration & Packet Pickup Opens</li> <li>9:00 am Half Marathon Starts</li> <li>9:00 am 5K Starts</li> </ul></li> </ul> </div> </div> <div class="margin-b-25"> <h2>Race Contact Info</h2> <div> <p class="hideContactForm">If you have any questions about this race, click the button below.</p>Questions? </div> </div> <div class="margin-b-25"> <h2>Event Courtesy & Refund Policy</h2> <div> <p>Our events are designed to be fun for the entire family. With that in mind; any competitor, spectator, parent, volunteer, or sponsor, exhibiting unsportsmanlike<br> conduct or interfering with the positive, competitive atmosphere of the event will be immediately disqualified, asked to leave the venue and course immediately with no refunds.</p> <p>All registrations are final. There are no refunds, deferments, or transfers.</p> <p>Event will take place rain or shine. In the event of extreme weather, we will cancel for the safety of the participants...there are no refunds in this case.</p> <p>Participants that do not show up to race/event forfeit their right to any swag.</p> <p><span>No COVID-19 Refunds. If unforeseen circumstances arise due to COVID-19, including any Federal or State Health Emergency, refunds will not be provided. The event will go 100% Virtual & shirts will be shipped to participants.</span></p> </div> </div> <div class="margin-b-25"> <h2>Packet PIckup</h2> <div> <p>We always do packet pickup on race morning starting one hour prior to the start of the race. If we have an early pickup available, it will be added here.</p> </div> </div> <div class="margin-b-25"> <h2>Charity Partner</h2> <div> <h3><span>Five Star NTP is seeking a Charity Partner to join forces for this exciting event. This collaboration offers a fantastic opportunity to raise awareness about your organiztion's mission while generating much-needed funds to support your cause.</span></h3> <h5><br><span>For more information about being the Charity Partner, contact <span><a href="mailto:charity@fivestarntp.com">charity@fivestarntp.com</a></span>.</span></h5> </div> </div>
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