TAKEDOWN THE NEW YEAR - 5K RUN/WALK

TAKEDOWN THE NEW YEAR - 5K RUN/WALK is a running race on January 2, 2027 in Atwater, CA, with entry fees from $15 to $25.

Date
January 2, 2027 (49 days to go)
Price
$15–$25
Sport
Running

From the Organizer

The Boys & Girls Wrestling teams at Buhach Colony HS invite you, your family, and friends to the 2nd annual Takedown the New Year 5K. This fun-filled and competitive event will take place on Satday, January 2, 2027 at Buhach Colony HS in the city of Atwater. Our goal is to raise enough funds to help our young student/athletes purchase new uniforms, warm-ups, wrestling equipment, and cover all tournament-related expenses. 

Race Day Schedule:

       10:00am-11:30am = Packet pick up and race-day registration

       11:30am-11:45am = Kids Race will be 1 lap around the brand new, all-weather Track at BCHS!

       12 noon = 5K Run/Walk will be chip-timed by Alpha-Ro Timing (LIVE Results available at RunSignup.com).

Raffle:  Stick around for the post-race raffle!  Your bib is your ticket to win one of the many raffle prizes (must be present to win).   

Finisher's Medals to ALL participants in the Kids Race.  Age-Group Medals for 1st, 2nd, & 3rd places in the following 5K Run/Walk:  10 and under, 11-13, 14-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, and 60+.  Pre-purchase an event shirt or hoodie and pick it up on race day! 

Cannot attend but would like to support our teams?  It's fast and easy!  Simply click on the DONATE tab at the top of this page.  Become a Team Sponsor of any level:  Bronze ($250), Silver ($500), or Gold ($1,000+) and we will display your banner at every home wrestling match and our wrestling room in 2027.  Or make an individual donation of any smaller amount and be added to the Team Supporter banner.  We THANK YOU in advance for your generosity!

We hope you will join us at the Takedown the New Year 5K...sponsored by our Thunder Boys and Girls Wrestling teams at Buhach Colony HS.  And we will see you on January 2nd!

Events

Kids Race (10 and under)$15
5K Run or Walk$25

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

53°

Typical Low

36°

Chance of Rain

32%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Merced, 4 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 7:16 AMSunset 4:56 PMDaylight 9h 40m

About Atwater, CA

Population

32,013

as of 2023

City Elevation

154 ft

Nearest Airport

MCE

Merced Regional Macready Field · 7 mi

Major Hub

FAT

Fresno Yosemite International Airport · 63 mi

Time Zone

Pacific Time

From Endurance Grid

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

Race Location

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Days to train

Race
TAKEDOWN THE NEW YEAR - 5K RUN/WALK
Date
January 2, 2027

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 TAKEDOWN THE NEW YEAR - 5K RUN/WALK?
TAKEDOWN THE NEW YEAR - 5K RUN/WALK is a running race held in Atwater, California on January 2, 2027. 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 TAKEDOWN THE NEW YEAR - 5K RUN/WALK?
Saturday, January 2, 2027 in Atwater, California at 1800 Buhach Rd.. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the TAKEDOWN THE NEW YEAR - 5K RUN/WALK?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

TAKEDOWN THE NEW YEAR - 5K RUN/WALK

Jan 2, 2027

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