Swarthmore Recreation Association's New Year's Day 5K
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Event details
The Swarthmore Recreation Association’s New Year’s Day 5K takes place in Swarthmore, PA on January 1, 2026. The USTAF-certified course begins near the Swarthmore College Fieldhouse, runs through the borough of Swarthmore, and finishes on the Swarthmore College Track. The listed event location is Field House Lane, Swarthmore, PA 19081.
The event includes a free kids dash that does not require registration. Onsite babysitting is offered for potty-trained children ages 4 to 12 in the Swarthmore College Fieldhouse. This childcare is available only for children of registered runners and has limited capacity.
Registration, included items and awards
Registration opens November 1, 2025. Published registration fees change over time; listed amounts are $20.25, $30.00, $35.00, and $40.00. Registration includes a long sleeve tech shirt and light snacks and refreshments such as coffee, bananas, and granola bars.
Awards and recognitions listed include gift cards for the overall first-place male and female finishers, medals for male and female age group winners, and ribbons for children who participate in the kids dash. Sponsors are listed for the event and a course map and results are available through event materials. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.