New Year's Resolution Run
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Event details
The New Year’s Resolution Run is the 12th annual edition and takes place on January 1, 2026 in downtown Asheville, North Carolina. The event is based at Pack Square Park, 80 Court Plaza, Asheville, NC, and offers both in-person and virtual options. The 10k route includes the Grove Park neighborhood and both courses finish by running up North Market Street, a remaining block of historic cobblestone brick pavers. Permit is pending government approval and the race date or course may change.
- 5k
- 10k
Entry, services and charity
Race entries include a finisher medal for all participants, a goody bag, complimentary race photos, and professional chip timing with live results. Registrations made before the stated deadline include a free Resolution Run sweatshirt; sweatshirts are available for purchase after that date. There is a pre-event shipping option for bib and swag for an additional fee. Packet pickup takes place at the Hilton Garden Inn Asheville Downtown.
The 10k awards cash prizes to the overall top three male and female finishers: $100 for first, $75 for second, and $50 for third; winners must be present at the awards to accept prize money. The event partners with local charities, including Least of These Asheville, which collects monetary donations and winter accessories at packet pickup and on race day and maintains an Amazon wish list for donations. The run is part of the Holiday Hustle series presented by Hunter Subaru. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.