Ring in the New Year 5k 10k 15k Half Marathon
Rancho Simi Park in Simi Valley · January 3rd, 2027 · 8:00AM
Ring in the New Year is a 5K, 10K, 15K and half marathon at Rancho Simi Park in Simi Valley, California. Join us on Sunday, January 3, 2027. The race starts at 8:00 AM, and bib pickup is on race morning from 7:15 AM to 8:00 AM.
Start 2027 with a run or walk at Rancho Simi Park. Every registration includes a custom finisher medal, a drawstring goodie bag, live results and free photos. Runners and walkers of every level are welcome.
This is an open course. Please be courteous to other pedestrians, runners, and cyclists on the shared path.
Course map: The course is super easy to follow. It will consist of out and back loops on the trail/path that will be marked.
5k (1 loop), 10k (2 loops), 15k (3 loops) with an aid station at every loop -
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6715831093/
Half marathon is 3 x 4.37 mile loops with aid station at every loop -
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6715843186/
Included in registration —
- custom finisher medals
- drawstring goodie bags
- free videos
- age group awards
- live results the moment you finish
- age group awards (picked up at a race only, will not be mailed)
- free photos found by your bib · cinematic race highlight reels · trophies & achievement badges as you hit milestones · your Ascend Index ranking across every race · Ascend Crew to follow friends & chase their times
- FREE A Better World Running APP to keep track of all your races, photos and videos
- assortment of snacks, samples
- friendly, relaxed, fun, and personal racing experience for all levels and abilities
- affordable cost and fun for the whole family!
- group discounts for 3 or more people discount auto applied on Race Ascend
Transfers only by emailing abetterworldrunning@gmail.com requesting a later date or transferring to another participant. There is a NO refund policy.
3:15 time limit for the half marathon. If more time is needed, please email us at abetterworldrunning@gmail.com for early start.
Race day registration - CC, Cash, ApplePay, Venmo, Zelle or PayPal -- 5k $35, 10k $40, 15k $45, half marathon $50
Volunteer for a free race entry -- you can bring a friend or family member to volunteer while you participate, or volunteer for a future free entry. Email here to confirm information -- abetterworldrunning@gmail.com
Bib Pick Up - 7:15-8:00AM
Start Time - 8:000AM
Date - Sunday, January 3rd, 2027
Address - Rancho Simi Park - on the side by the Pickleball Courts, off of Erringer Rd and Royal Ave. - 1765 Royal Ave, Simi Valley, CA 93065
Google Maps - https://maps.app.goo.gl/ogmTPFYY5dSD2AG18
Apple Maps - https://maps.apple/p/pdV9sASx9Ygj0W
Parking - parking is free at Rancho Simi Park. The closest parking is near the Pickleball Courts, there is also parking near the Rancho Simi Community Park/Community Pool. Additional parking on the other side of the park near the kickball fields
Register with raceascend.com or PayPal/Venmo or active.com button below. Please choose one registration method only. Thank you!
Save on active.com fees by using PayPal.com button above!
Please register with PayPal.com or active.com, not both.
After registering with PayPal.com you will receive an email within 12 hours to finalize registration.
Active.com registration button is below.
Ring in the New Year FAQ (Simi Valley)
When and where is Ring in the New Year in Simi Valley?
Ring in the New Year is on Sunday, January 3, 2027 at Rancho Simi Park, 1765 Royal Ave, Simi Valley, CA 93065, on the side by the Pickleball Courts, off Erringer Rd and Royal Ave. The race starts at 8:00 AM.
What distances and courses are offered?
We offer a 5K, 10K, 15K and half marathon. This is an open course on the trail and path with marked out-and-back loops. The 5K is one loop, the 10K is two loops and the 15K is three loops. The half marathon is three loops of about 4.37 miles. There is an aid station at every loop. Please be courteous to pedestrians, other runners and cyclists.
How much does it cost to register?
Race-day registration is $35 for the 5K, $40 for the 10K, $45 for the 15K and $50 for the half marathon, paid by credit card, cash, Apple Pay, Venmo, Zelle or PayPal. You can also register online through Race Ascend using the registration form on this page. Please choose one registration method only.
What is included in registration?
Every registration includes a custom finisher medal, a drawstring goodie bag, live results the moment you finish, free photos found by bib number, free videos, race highlight reels, snacks and samples, and the free A Better World Running app. Age group awards are picked up at the race only and are not mailed. Groups of 3 or more get an automatic discount on Race Ascend, and larger groups can email abetterworldrunning@gmail.com to register together with one payment by Venmo or Zelle.
Where do I park?
Parking is free at Rancho Simi Park. The closest parking is near the Pickleball Courts. More parking is near the community pool and on the far side of the park near the kickball fields.
When and where is bib pickup?
Bib pickup is on race day from 7:15 AM to 8:00 AM. Please wear your bib visibly on the front so your photos and results are recorded.
Is there a time limit?
The time limit for the half marathon is 3 hours 15 minutes. If you need more time, email abetterworldrunning@gmail.com to arrange an early start.
Can I get a refund or transfer my registration?
There is a no refund policy. You can transfer your registration to a later race date or to another participant by emailing abetterworldrunning@gmail.com.
Is this the same race as Run in the New Year in Long Beach?
No. Ring in the New Year is on Sunday, January 3, 2027 at Rancho Simi Park in Simi Valley. Run in the New Year is a separate race on Saturday, January 2, 2027 in Long Beach.