5. NYRR Midnight Run

Burn off some of your holiday calories (and get a kick start on your New Year’s resolutions) by joining the New York Road Runners for a midnight run. Taking place in Central Park, the 4-mile dash will kick off with a pre-run festival that will include music and lots spontaneous dancing. The night will also wrap up with a fireworks display.

While this run is meant to be fun, it also offers sweet monetary prizes for the fastest dashers. Register for the event here.