Lunar New Year 5K/10K Run/Walk
Year of the Hare - 4721
Live In-Person Run: March 5th, 2023
Virtual Run: March 5th - March 26th, 2023
Now in its 45th year, the Chinatown YMCA CCHP Lunar New Year Run gives participants a rare opportunity to run through San Francisco Chinatown’s historic (and slightly hilly) streets, taking in the architecture, scents, and sounds of a bustling and vibrant community. For those who prefer to participate virtually, the event will again offer a virtual race to include our friends and partners from across the globe. Proceeds from this event will support youth and teen programs, social services for low-income families, and financial assistance to make the Chinatown YMCA’s programs accessible to all.
2023 is the Year of the Hare, known for its energy, resilience, and compassion. Like the Hare, the Chinatown YMCA community embodies these qualities by being a consistent leader and voice in San Francisco’s Asian American and Pacific Islander community during these challenging times and never giving up on the youth, families, and seniors who need us the most.
IMPORTANT REMINDERS:
- In-Person Runners: The option to receive your bib by mail ends Sunday, 2/19/2023 @ 11:59pm pst. T-shirts (and tech shirt if purchased) would still need to be picked up in person.
- Virtual Runners: In order to receive your runner kits by the start of the virtual event (3/5/2023) registration must be submitted by Tuesday, 1/31/2023 @ 11:59pm pst. All others who register for the virtual event after February 1st will receive their runner kits after March 5th , but no later than May 2, 2023.
- Health & Safety: The safety and wellbeing of our participants, staff and volunteers is our top priority. We are in direct coordination with local public health officials to meet and exceed all guidelines, rules and regulations. In the event that the live event on March 5, 2023 is cancelled, all registrants will be switched to the Virtual Event.
Registration fees
Apparel Store (THIS DOES NOT INCLUDE RACE REGISTRATION) Closed
Want the gear but don't want to run? (NOTE: this sub event is not a race registration and is only for if you want to purchase merchandise without registering for the 5k or 10k)
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Prices vary
Virtual 5K / 10K - Option 1: Basic Package - Closed
Online registration closed-
Includes virtual run registration, run t-shirt, medal. PLEASE NOTE: If you hope to receive your runner kit by the start of the virtual event (3/5/2023) registration must be done by Tuesday, 1/31/2023 @ 11:59pm pst.
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$48.00
Early Bird
Nov 1 – Dec 31 -
$55.00Jan 1 – Feb 27
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Virtual 5K / 10K - Option 2: Premium Package Closed
Online registration closed-
Includes virtual run registration, run t-shirt, medal, long sleeve performance tech shirt, and virtual goodie bag. PLEASE NOTE: If you hope to receive your runner kit by the start of the virtual event (3/5/2023) registration must be done by Tuesday, 1/31/2023 @ 11:59pm pst.
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$70.00
Early Bird
Nov 1 – Dec 31 -
$77.00Jan 1 – Feb 27
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In-person 5K - Option 1: Basic Package - Closed
Online registration closed-
Includes run registration, run t-shirt, medal, and goodie bag.
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$48.00
Early Bird
Nov 1 – Dec 31 -
$55.00
Regular
Jan 1 – Feb 27
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In-person 10K - Option 1: Basic Package - Closed
Online registration closed-
Includes run registration, run t-shirt, medal, and goodie bag.
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$48.00
Early Bird
Nov 1 – Dec 31 -
$55.00
Regular
Jan 1 – Feb 27
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In-person 5K - Option 2: Premium Package - Closed
Online registration closed-
Includes run registration, run t-shirt, medal, long sleeve performance tech shirt, and goodie bag
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$70.00Nov 1 – Dec 31
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$77.00Jan 1 – Feb 27
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In-person 10k - Option 2: Premium Package - Closed
Online registration closed-
Includes run registration, run t-shirt, medal, long sleeve performance tech shirt, and goodie bag
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$70.00Nov 1 – Dec 31
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$77.00Jan 1 – Feb 27
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IMPORTANT REMINDERS
In-Person Runners: The option to receive your bib by mail ends Sunday, 2/19/2023 @ 11:59pm pst. Shirt (and tech shirt if purchased) would still need to be picked up in person during our bib & tshirt pick up times listed below.
Virtual Runners: In order to receive your runner kits by the start of the virtual event (3/5/2023), registration must be done by Tuesday, 1/31/2023 @ 11:59pm pst
Help us better ensure we order enough supplies. Register during early bird registration from November 1 - January 1, 2023!
In-Person: Sunday, March 5th, rain or shine, THE RACE IS ON! Start time is 8:00am and will got for 1hr and 20min, or until 9:20am. Runners may start lining up at 7:15am.
Virtual: Participants in the virtual 5k/10k will have 4 weeks to complete and submit their results on the race roster site. The date range to submit results is March 5th – March 26th, 2023. Direction on how to submit results will be provided via email upon registration.
REFUNDS:
There are no refunds for this event. In-person race will go on rain or shine.
REGISTRATION PACKAGES:
Participants can opt to either run virtually and upload their unofficial results or run in person at the live event and get their official results. Whether you choose to stay virtual or join us at the start line there are two runner kit options:
Option 1 – Basic Package: Includes race registration, race t-shirt, finisher medal, and goodie bag.
Option 2 – Premium Package: Includes race registration, race t-shirt, long sleeve performance tech shirt, finisher medal, and goodie bag.
BONUS: "YEAR OF THE Hare" RUNNERS
Were you born the YEAR OF THE HARE? "Year of" runners will receive an EXCLUSIVE Chinatown YMCA 45th Annual CCHP Lunar New Year Run: Year of the Hare ENAMEL PIN!
COURSE OVERVIEW:
Our in-person course is a 5K RUN/WALK or a 10K RUN (no 10K walkers, please) and starts at 8:00AM on Grant Avenue/Sacramento Street. It finishes at 9:20am on Kearny/Sacramento Street. The course has some short hills but is mostly flat. Mile markers along the way are on the right side of the course. The 5K is one time around the course and the 10K is two loops around the course. Please see the course map below.
COURSE MAP:
NO BANDITS:
All participants on the course are to be registered for the in-person event and wearing the official bib#. BANDIT RUNNERS/WALKERS who have not registered and are not wearing bib#'s will be asked to leave the course by the course Marshals and will not be allowed in the finish line chutes.
VIRTUAL RUNNERS:
SUGGESTED ROUTES -
OR RUN YOUR OWN ROUTE -
You can choose to run any route you would like near you with the appropriate number of miles (5k = 3.107 miles or 10k = 6.214)
YEAR OF THE Hare MEDALS
Don't miss out on your chance to earn an EXCLUSIVE Chinatown YMCA 4t5h Annual CCHP Lunar New Year Run: Year of the Hare MEDAL!
YEAR OF THE Hare PINS
Runners who are Year of the Hare will receive a Hare enamel pin.
RUNNER T-SHIRT
(Image coming soon!)
LONG SLEEVE PERFORMANCE TECH SHIRT
(Image coming soon!)
Virtual Runners-
All virtual runners will receive their runner kits via USPS to the address listed at registration. Runners who wish to receive their kits before 3/5/2023 will need to register by Tuesday, 1/31/2023 @ 11:59pm pst. Package arrival is dependent on USPS so are subject to delays. We appreciate your patience and understanding if there are delays.
In-Person Runners -
Before 2/19/23, you can choose to have your bib mailed to by selecting that option at registration . Runner shirts, tech shirts, and pins will still need to be picked up in person either at one of the bib pick up times listed below.
Bib and T-Shirt pick ups are schedule at the Chinatown YMCA @ 855 Sacramento St during the following times:
Friday, March 3rd from 9:00am - 6:00pm
Saturday, March 4th from 9:00am - 3:00pm
Race day, Sunday, March 5th from 7:00am - 8:00am
PARKING:
Paid parking is available at Portsmouth Square Garage (Kearny St. @ Clay St.) and Sutter Stockton Garage (333 Sutter St. @ Stockton St.). Street Parking is available if you arrive early, but please do not park in designated "RACE COURSE/NO PARKING" areas, block garages, or park in private lots. Limited free metered parking is available Sundays.
TRANSPORTATION:
For public transportation information, go to 511.org
RACE RESULTS:
In-person runners - We will be using Chipped timing! You will be able to get you times right away at Postrace Area and at https://onyourmarkevents.com/results-2022/
Virtual runners - please see the " Tracking Your Virtual Run & Submitting Results" section below for instructions on how to record/submit results.
POST RACE:
Join us at Portsmouth Square for post-event awards, refreshments, and fun for the family! We will have water and fruit available, goody bags, winner announcements, and presentation of the best dressed HARE! Visit booths from our sponsors and the Chinatown YMCA for more goodies.
AWARDS:
Top finishers in each category (male and female for youth and adult) will receive special awards from our generous sponsors. Prizes will be awarded to the Best Dressed HARE! Also, keep an eye out for some fun social media challenges and opportunities to win prizes. If you haven’t already, make sure to LIKE or FOLLOW us on Facebook and Instagram at:
Facebook: @THE YMCA OF SAN FRANCISCO
Instagram: @YMCASF
Virtual Runners Only -
Below you’ll find detailed instructions and FAQs on how to track your participation and submit your results:
Step 1: You may complete your virtual run at the time and location of your choice between March 5th - March 26th. You can choose to log your performance on a tracking app/device of your choice (i.e. Strava, RunKeeper, MapMyRun, etc.) or just set a timer.
*Note: if you have the Run Keeper app, you can automatically sync your results to our results page. For instructions on how to set up RunKeeper, follow these instructions.
Step 2: You can submit your virtual result by clicking here.
*If you need assistance submitting your results, please follow these instructions.
Step 3: Once there, you will prompted to sign in to Race Roster or enter your name and confirmation number (which can be found on your original confirmation email you received after registering for the run).
Step 4: Select the event in which you participated from the drop down menu and enter the time it took to complete your run. Optional: If you would like to upload a photo of your app/device summary report, you can do that.
Hit submit and you are all set!
SWEAT CHECK:
Available at the Chinatown YMCA. We do not advise leaving valuables in your sweat check bag. This is a courtesy check and the Chinatown YMCA is not responsible for lost or stolen items.
RESTROOMS:
Restrooms pre and post race are available at the Chinatown YMCA or at the post race festival at Portsmouth Square.
WATER & FIRST AID STATIONS:
There are two water & first aid stations along the course. The first is approximately 1.2 miles into the course at Embarcadero and North Point; the second approximately 2.1 miles at Embarcadero and Washington Street. Should you are anyone you see require immediate assistance, course monitors along the route can immediately contact race officials.
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Event schedule
- Sat, February 19, 2022 11:59 PM - IN-PERSON - Last day to request bib by mail
- Sat, December 31, 2022 11:59 PM - VIRTUAL - Last day to register and ensure you receive runner kit by 3/5/2023
- Sun, March 5, 2023 12:00 AM - Virtual 5k/10K - BEGINS
- Sun, March 5, 2023 8:00 AM - In-person Live 5k/10k - BEGINS
- Sun, March 26, 2023 11:59 PM - Virtual 5k/10k - ENDS
Contact information
- Event contact
- Denise Hung
- dhung@ymcasf.org
- Phone
- +1 415-748-3546
- Website
- Visit website
Sponsors
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Title Sponsor
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