New Years Double
The New Years Double in Allen, TX, offers a unique two-day running celebration to kick off the year.
Race Date
Dec 31, 2026
Location
Allen, TX
Quick facts
- Date
- Thursday, December 31, 2026
- Location
- Allen, Texas
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K, 26.2 Miles, 13.1 Miles, New Years Double VIRTUAL race
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 7,847
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The New Years Double in Allen, Texas, provides a festive way to bookend the year with activity. Runners can choose from a 5K, half marathon, or marathon on both New Year's Eve and New Year's Day, allowing for multiple races and the ultimate challenge of a 5K and marathon each day for a total of 58.6 miles.
This event, first run in 2011 and now in its 13th edition, typically sees around 275 finishers, with participants hailing from about 18 states. The course is a flat loop, ideal for those aiming for a personal best, with average temperatures in the low 50s Fahrenheit on race day.
Participants are treated to attractive race shirts and finisher medals, with a special emphasis on "bling" for those completing multiple events. The growing field suggests a loyal following, with approximately 14% of tracked runners returning for subsequent years, eager to start the new year with solid mileage.
Race-provided description
Two days of run events (New Year's Eve and New Year's Day), with beautiful race shirts and finisher medals for everyone. We are celebrating getting active to end the year and getting active to start the new year off right! There is a 5K, half marathon, and marathon BOTH days. The 5K happens in its entirety before the half and full marathon, so participants can do up to 2 races per day. There's also a special perk for those who complete multiple running events over the two days – we know how runners love their bling! For those who want the biggest challenge of a 5K and marathon EACH day, they will finish the two days with 58.6 miles and go into the next year with some solid miles already!
Logistics
Race Day
Thursday, December 31, 2026
Start Time
8:20 AM
Start Location
701 N Angel Pkwy, Allen, TX, 75002
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Urban
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Course Map
Quality Score
Standout7513 years running
~242 finishers a year
growing or steady
14% returning runners
5 timing sources
runners from 18 states
winner 1:19:08
typical high 61°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
42°
Afternoon (High)
61°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.1"
Precipitation
13 mph
Wind
67%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 7,847 finishers actually crossed the line across 13 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
7,847
Median time
2:28:03
Latest turnout
275
States
45
Turnout by year
2017–2025
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the New Years Double?
The New Years Double is held on Thursday, December 31, 2026, starting at 8:20 AM.
Where does the New Years Double take place?
It takes place in Allen, Texas.
What distances does the New Years Double offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K, 26.2 Miles, 13.1 Miles, New Years Double VIRTUAL race.
Is the New Years Double course flat and good for a PR?
The New Years Double is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
How many people run the New Years Double?
HalfRuns has finish records for 7,847 runners who have completed the New Years Double.
HalfRuns editorial — independent, no paid placement.
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