New Year's Day Dash

JAN
1
2026
Kick off 2026 with the Fleet Feet New Year’s Day Dash in Middleton, featuring a chip timed 5 mile run or a 2 mile walk. Enjoy post race ice time at Bob Suter’s Legacy20 Arena, a free beer and event swag with a finisher medal.
Thu 1 Jan 2026
5 miles

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Event overview

The Fleet Feet New Year’s Day Dash is the 21st annual edition, scheduled for January 1, 2026, in Middleton, Wisconsin. The venue is Bob Suter’s Legacy20 Arena, 2616 N Pleasant View Rd, Middleton, WI 53562. The event offers two distance options:

  • 5 miles - chip-timed run
  • 2 miles - walk

Registration price for each event is listed at $30; the price increases after October 31, 2025.

Logistics and inclusions

Post-race offerings include free ice time at the arena, concessions for purchase (including hot dogs and burgers), one complimentary beer per participant, and access to the Eagles Nest area. Included items and services for participants are an event knit winter hat, a finisher medal, an exclusive New Year’s Day Dash pint glass, indoor space before and after the event, professional race timing by Race Day Events, free digital race photos by Focal Flame Photography, and participant tracking via RaceJoy. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 mi
5 Mile Run
2 Mile Walk

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