Thursday, December 31, 2026
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A 5K night-time road race in central Newcastle that starts and finishes at the Civic Centre. Closed roads, chip timing and on-site facilities are provided. The event is open to runners aged 11 and over.
Closed-road city centre route
Flat and fast course
Festive New Year's Eve lights
Start / Finish
Civic Centre, Newcastle upon Tyne
Civic Centre, Newcastle upon Tyne
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Route
Getting There
Race Day
What you get
Finisher medal
Chip timing
Goody bag
Limited-edition event buff
On the day
Toilets
Bag drop
Marshals on course
First aid on course
Water on course
Before you enter
Other questions
Yes, the race uses closed roads.
Every runner receives a specially designed HogmanHoway 5K medal, a festive New Year's Eve goody bag, and a limited-edition event buff.
Yes, baggage storage, toilets, and refreshments are available at the Civic Centre.
Midnight 29th December, or when entries sell out.
No, we do not accept entries on the day of the event.
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
Thursday, December 31, 2026
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€25
entry fee
