HogmanHoway 5K

Run in the New Year - New Route for 2026! 

This New Year’s Eve, swap the usual ‘what should I do to celebrate?’… for something unforgettable. Run your way into 2027 at the HogmanHoway 5K, right in the heart of Newcastle City Centre.

Starting and finishing at the Civic Centre, this flat and fast closed-road course takes you through the twinkling festive lights and iconic city streets for a truly electric night-time running experience. Whether you’re chasing a PB or just soaking up the atmosphere in fancy dress, this is not just a run, it’s a celebration!

Getting Here Is Easy

Whether you’re local or travelling in, access couldn’t be simpler:

• Haymarket Metro Station is just a short walk from the Civic Centre, with Monument and St James also within reach.
• Car parking is available nearby, including Civic Centre, Eldon Square, and Claremont Road car parks — ideal for runners staying in town for the midnight celebrations.

Who Can Take Part?

The HogmanHoway 5K is open to runners aged 11+, from first-timers to club speedsters. Entries are now open, so get your New Year’s plans sorted!

End your run year on a high. Start the new one in style.

What’s included in your entry?

• Specially designed medal
• Finisher’s goody bag
• Limited edition HogmanHoway 5K buff
• Closed-road city centre route
• Chip-timed results
• Baggage and toilet facilities
• Party refreshments