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CKRR Reminiscing 5K

CKRR Reminiscing 5K is a running race on December 31, 2026 in Kokomo, IN, with an entry fee of $16.

Date
December 31, 2026 (52 days to go)
Price
$16
Sport
Running

From the Organizer

 

 

2026 Update

  • Race time will be 4:00 P.M. 
  • Roger's Pavilion will be open to race participants starting at 3:00 P.M. and will remain opened for approximately 30 minutes after the final participant finishes. The facility will serve as an area to get in out of the weather, use restrooms, and to socialize.
  • Raceday registration will be available from 3:00 P.M. - 3:45 P.M. inside Roger's Pavilion subject to availability. 
  • The race will be utilizing dynamic bib assignment for pre-registrants. If you are pre-registered through RunSignup, please try and arrive early to get your bib, ideally also prior to 3:45 to avoid long lines prior to race start.
  • There are several parking lots in close proximity to Roger's Pavilion, so finding a parking spot should not be a problem. We ask that the parking lot attached to Roger's Pavilion not be utilized by Race participants. This is where the start/finish line will be set up and keeping this clear of traffic will hopefully help maintain a safe race for everyone.
  • A course description and map are provided on the RunSignup race website. Several volunteers will be out on the course and yard signs will be placed where turns takes place.
  • The Kokomo Park's Department has indicated they are not willing to close streets for the New Year's Even race, so please be careful and aware of your surroundings, particularly on the north end of the park.

 

Runners and Walkers of all ages and abilities are welcome!

Club Kokomo Roadrunner's Annual New Year's Eve 5K. Finish 2026 strong or get pumped for the new year. Whatever motivates you, we hope you'll join us for a quick 3.1 mile race. Register now for the lowest price! Price increases go into effect December 1st. Updates pertaining to the race will be made here on Runsignup and also on the race Facebook page HERE. Please register for the appropriate event you would like to compete in. The walking event is for walkers ONLY. If you would like to do a run/walk combo, please register for the run to keep events fair for everyone.

 

This will be a chip timed event! Club Kokomo Roadrunners invested in chip timing technology in 2024. Part of the proceeds from this race will help build a more robust timing system and improved race participant experience for future CKRR events.

 

Club Kokomo Roadrunner members receive a $5 discount off registration! Please register with same email used to renew membership dues. If a discount does not appear in your cart or if multiple members of a family are not showing a discount in the case of a family membership, STOP! Contact Michael Lee at mikenalli711@gmail.com to get a coupon code to make things right.

 

Not already a member of Club Kokomo Roadrunners? Register at this link starting October 1st 2026 to become a Club Kokomo Roadrunner member through the end of 2026. After becoming a member, register for the CKRR Reminiscing 5K race and receive your $5 discount!

 

Additional age based discounts! Runners in the following age categories also receive age-based discounts regardless of membership status.

  •  Age 0-18 Years Old
  • Age 70 and up

Events

NYE 5K Run$16
NYE 5K Walk$16

Typical Conditions

It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.

Typical High

34°

Typical Low

19°

Chance of Rain

42%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Kokomo 3 Wsw, 3 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 8:07 AMSunset 5:27 PMDaylight 9h 20m

About Kokomo, IN

Population

59,375

as of 2023

City Elevation

814 ft

Nearest Airport

LAF

Purdue University Airport · 43 mi

Major Hub

IND

Indianapolis International Airport · 53 mi

Time Zone

Eastern Time

From Endurance Grid

A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.

Race Location

What Are You
Waiting For?

Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at CKRR Reminiscing 5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

52

Days to train

Race
CKRR Reminiscing 5K
Date
December 31, 2026

Get Ready for Race Day

Plan your training, log every workout, and track your progress all the way to race day in the Endurance Grid app.

The training calendar in the Endurance Grid app: the week plan and every day colored by sport
A Race Story in the Endurance Grid app: the finish photo and everyone who finished

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CKRR Reminiscing 5K?
CKRR Reminiscing 5K is a running race held in Kokomo, Indiana on December 31, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
When and where is the CKRR Reminiscing 5K?
Thursday, December 31, 2026 in Kokomo, Indiana at 902 W Defenbaugh St. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the CKRR Reminiscing 5K?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

CKRR Reminiscing 5K

Dec 31, 2026

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