Event Description

New Year’s Day Virtual 5K or 1 Mile Run Bay Shore: State Park Parking is FREE!

Start your year with purpose, energy, and excitement! Whether you’re running your favorite hometown route, exploring a scenic park, or choosing any safe running path, this event is all about embracing new beginnings and crushing fitness goals. And here’s the best part: New York State is offering free parking at all state parks on January 1, 2025—the perfect chance to kick off the year surrounded by natural beauty. Begin 2025 strong, have fun, and proudly declare, 'This is my year!'

Why Join?
🌟 Exclusive Swag: Every participant receives a custom New Year’s Day shirt, personalized with your last name for a unique keepsake! Choose your favorite color and wear it proudly as you kickstart your fitness journey.
🏅 Celebrate Your Achievement: Earn a beautiful Digital Coin and Certificate to share your success online or cherish as a personal milestone.
👟 Run Your Way: Choose your own course, your own pace, and your own time — all while being part of a vibrant virtual community of runners across the USA.

Make It More Than a Run:
Post your results online and connect with a supportive, like-minded community. Share your stories, celebrate your wins, and cheer each other on as you stride into a stronger, healthier year together. Results posting link will be mailed to all participants (posting is optional).

This isn’t just a race — it’s your statement to the world that you’re stepping into 2025 with energy, intention, and motivation!

✨ Sign up today and make this New Year’s Day one you’ll never forget. Lace up, start strong, and let’s run into a brilliant year ahead!

Ready to start your journey? Let’s go! 🏃‍♀️🎉