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New Year’s Day 5k Hot Chocolate Run 2026

Thu January 1, 2026 Salisbury, MD 21804 US Directions

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New Year’s Day 5k Hot Chocolate Run

$27.50 incl. $2.50 Fee 1:00PM EST - 3:00PM EST
296 spots left. Price increases after October 1, 2025 at 12:00am EDT

1 mile fun run

$0 1:05PM EST - 3:00PM EST Registration ends January 1, 2026 at 12:40pm EST

Place

521 South Park Drive
Salisbury, MD US 21804

Description

It’s Back in 2026!

2018 was bitterly cold.
2019 was warm and inviting.
2020 was a bit windy.
2021 went virtual.
2022 came with a torrential downpour.
2023 brought a little chill.
2024 leaned warmer again.
2025 was beautiful...

What will 2026 bring?

Whatever the weather, you're guaranteed one thing: a chocolate-scented shirt to commemorate your post-holiday hustle!

Join us for the Almost-Famous New Year's Day Hot Chocolate 5K Run—a feel-good, community-powered event that benefits the Minds in Motion Children's Museum. Start the year with fun, fitness, and purpose as we raise funds to bring an innovative, play-based learning space to Salisbury, Maryland.

About the Cause:
Minds in Motion Children’s Museum was founded by local families and educators to inspire children through exploration, creativity, and hands-on discovery. While the pandemic slowed us down, our board has been hard at work behind the scenes. Thanks to our generous supporters, we’re launching the museum in phases—more exciting updates will be shared at the race!

Race Details:
📍 Location: Trails surrounding Salisbury City Park and the Zoo, near the river
🛤️ Course: Mostly crushed gravel trails—flat, scenic, and fast! Some roots and rocks may be present, so plan accordingly.
💧 Aid Station: Water and snacks around mile 1.5
🍫 Finish Line: Water and Dunkin' Donuts hot chocolate with all the fixings
🎽 Swag: Chocolate-scented T-shirt included—guaranteed for those registered by December 1
🏆 Awards: Overall and age group winners receive HUGE mugs!

Bring the whole family out to run, cheer, or sip cocoa! Whether you're chasing a PR or just your kids, this is a great way to ring in 2026.

Questions?
Contact Race Director Vira Ogburn at Vira@mindsinmotionsby.org

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