First Day 5k Midnight Run
About the race
You're invited to celebrate the New Year at the 1st Annual First Day 5k Midnight Run! Bring your friends and family to DeGray Lake Resort State Park to count down to the start of 2027.
Once the ball drops, the race begins! Complimentary hot chocolate will be available for participants to enjoy near designated campfire areas before and after the race. After you cross the finish line, grab a cup of black-eyed peas and cornbread to refuel and warm your spirit.
Age Groups
Race day schedule
Times are approximate.
- 10:30-11 p.m.: Last-minute registration in front of golf course pro shop
- 11-11:30 p.m.: Guest check-in and bib pickup
- 11:45 p.m.: Race staging near start line, national anthem before race start
- 12 a.m.: Race start
- About 12:45 a.m.: Awards and post-race meal
Getting there and lodging
DeGray Lodge is conveniently located minutes away from the race start point at the state park's golf course. To book a stay, call (501) 865-5851.
Awards and divisions
This is a timed event. Finisher medals will be given to all participants, and top three medals will be awarded to the designated age groups below.
- Male and Female: Under 12, 12-17, 18-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 and up
- Overall 1st to 3rd place M/F
The course
The race route is a narrow, mostly flat concrete path on the DeGray Lake Resort State Park Golf Course's front 9. Headlamps and/or flashlights are recommended for this race.
Race weekend schedule
Location
DeGray Lake Resort State Park, Bismarck, AR, USA Open in Google Maps
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