Returning to 2027!
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.
2026 was a tad chilly but beautiful again
What will 2027 bring besides an option to run extra miles ;)
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/10K 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!
DOUBLE THE MILES WITH THE SAME COURSE :)
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 2027.
Questions?
Contact Race Director Vira Ogburn at Vira@mindsinmotionsby.org
Jan 01, 2027
Distance — 5K
Type — Running
13:00
$30.00
Jan 01, 2027
Distance — 1.6K
Type — Running
13:05
$0.00
Jan 01, 2027
Distance — 10K
Type — Running
13:05
$40.00
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for January in Salisbury.
Learn more about the host city, Salisbury.
Salisbury is the largest city on the Eastern Shore (Maryland), best known for its eponymous university.
Read more launchWatch highlights and course previews from previous years.
Official finishing times from previous editions of New Year’s Day 5k/10K Hot Chocolate Run 2027.
| Place | Name | Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🥇 | Mike Synowiec | 18:18.9 | |
| 🥈 | Timmy Synowiec | 18:44.1 | |
| 🥉 | Matt Berggren | 19:01.5 | |
| 4 | Ken Kessler | 20:11.4 | |
| 5 | Maria F Miller | 20:28.1 | |
| 6 | James Kenney | 20:57.7 | |
| 7 | Daniel Smart | 21:03.7 | |
| 8 | Phillip Hedrick | 21:21.4 | |
| 9 | Alex McRae | 21:49.2 | |
| 10 | Matthew Green | 21:53.5 | |
| 11 | David Naples | 22:43.4 | |
| 12 | Brendan Payne | 22:52.7 | |
| 13 | Shannon Thomas | 22:52.1 | |
| 14 | Matt Jones | 23:12.8 | |
| 15 | Miles Weber | 23:26.2 | |
| 16 | Brendan Sweeney | 23:25 | |
| 17 | Todd Bellamy | 23:31 | |
| 18 | K. Kittleton | 23:36.9 | |
| 19 | Nathan Hanley | 23:32.9 | |
| 20 | Melissa Batie | 23:55.7 | |
| 21 | Douglas Earp | 23:55.4 | |
| 22 | Andy Blagus | 24:06.4 | |
| 23 | Cranston Cox | 24:27.1 | |
| 24 | tyler Middleton | 24:28.5 | |
| 25 | Dave Romero | 24:32.5 | |
| 26 | Joshua Wentzell | 24:38.7 | |
| 27 | Mike Hitch | 25:08.9 | |
| 28 | Lauren Green | 25:13 | |
| 29 | Jacob Day | 25:08.9 | |
| 30 | Steve Boyd | 25:17 | |
| 31 | Levi Carey | 25:09.9 | |
| 32 | TJ Mowers | 25:39.2 | |
| 33 | David Carey | 25:25 | |
| 34 | Robert Buecker | 25:37.9 | |
| 35 | Madison Synowiec | 25:27.7 | |
| 36 | Sarah MacDonald | 25:30.9 | |
| 37 | Jose Luis Carrasco | 25:51.7 | |
| 38 | D. Padilla | 25:55.5 | |
| 39 | Stanwood Golightly | 25:58.8 | |
| 40 | G. Golightly | 26:05.3 | |
| 41 | Todd Bireley | 26:16.6 | |
| 42 | Eric Carey | 26:17 | |
| 43 | Rob English | 26:37.1 | |
| 44 | Kyle Spear | 26:36.2 | |
| 45 | Jules Woodall | 26:46.5 | |
| 46 | Brittany Wolske | 26:45.8 | |
| 47 | Keven Mareck | 26:25.1 | |
| 48 | Alyssa Reese | 27:07.2 | |
| 49 | Jim Kaylor | 27:10.9 | |
| 50 | Yvette Kovner | 27:06.9 |
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