GOODBYE 5K
GOODBYE 5K is a trail running and running race on December 30, 2026 in Rochester, MI, with an entry fee of $25.
- Date
- December 30, 2026 (124 days to go)
- Price
- $25
- Sports
- Trail RunningRunning
From the Organizer
The Goodbye New Year's Eve series is in it's 12th year and new day- December 30th!
We wanted runners to have more options for racing at years end!
Our goal is to offer a low cost, low frills last chance to gather and run in 2026. The event will be located at the RARA building located at 500 East Second St in downtown Rochester. Indoor space to warm up and use the restroom! Goodbye 26 course- out and back race route on the Clinton River Trail (if snowy or icy conditions we recommend wearing Yak Traks or similar traction on your shoes)
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Unique hand made finisher award (different every year) by local artisans
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Pizza, hot cocoa and water
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FAMOUS white elephant prizes for all finishers
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Last in-person chance to run 2026 out of town!!
Packet Pick-up will be available starting at 1:30 PM in the RARA building
The race will start at 2:30 PM
Feeling adventurous? Run 3 races in 3 days by signing up for Goodbye 26 AND Out With The Old - In With The New 5K
Events
Weather
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
33°
Typical Low
21°
Chance of Rain
41%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Pontiac Wwtp, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Rochester, MI
Population
76,086
as of 2023
City Elevation
804 ft
Nearest Airport
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport · 34 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
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at GOODBYE 5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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From Endurance Grid
About These Sports
This race spans more than one sport — here’s a guide to each, so you can understand what’s involved and decide if it’s the right fit. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
Trail Running
Running off-road — dirt, singletrack, and mountain paths — from 5Ks to ultras. The terrain makes for an exciting twist and adventure in your running journey.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
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GOODBYE 5K
Dec 30, 2026