RunSignup January 2026 Top 5 Highlights

At RunSignup, we believe in continuous improvement. That means 2,000+ software releases each year bringing new features and upgraded technology options. While that’s great for events, we know it can be a challenge to keep up with every new release! To help, we’re picking just the biggest updates each month and sharing them here. Can’t read everything? Just read this!

January 2026 Top 5 Highlights

1. 2026 Kickoff Webinar: Recap and Roadmap

Take a look back at what updates RunSignup did in 2025 and what customers can look forward to in 2026.

January 2026 Top RTG webinar graphic for ‘2026 Kickoff’ with runners starting a race and circular design elements.
Bar chart showing indexed values by year (2019–2025), with growth rising to 108 in 2025.

2. Endurance Event Post Covid Comeback from 2019

RunSignup data shows endurance events have fully rebounded, with 2025 participation now exceeding pre-COVID levels. This year-over-year analysis highlights steady growth for larger events and a strong outlook heading into 2026.

3. RunSignup Supports USA Cycling Competitive Races

Dive into how this new integration for USA Cycling events is available on our platform to help manage a USAC race.

Graphic announcing ‘RunSignup Now Supports USA Cycling Competitive Races’ with a large pack of cyclists racing on a road.
Photo collage from the Utah Human Race 5K/10K showing a large group of participants in turkey costumes and festive outfits, with smaller inset photos from the event.

4. How the Utah Human Race Managed Record Breaking Participation

Turkey Trots are growing (the average Turkey Trot grew 11% in 2025). See how this Turkey Trot used RunSignup to handle their unique challenges.

5. How Do I Get Started with RunSignup?

Looking to set up your first event on RunSignup, and not sure where to start? Welcome! We’re here to help you get started with RunSignup.

RunSignup graphic reading ‘How Do I Get Started With RunSignup?’ with a runner celebrating at a fall race finish.

Bonus: Your January RunSignup Video

Auto-Capture Your Race Photos

Check out this new functionality that allows you to automatically take photos at set intervals over a defined period, making it easier than ever to capture great moments at your events!


More Learnings

Have time for more? Continue learning with these blogs:

How to Add & Organize Menu Items on Your Event Website

Learn how creating a clear, organized navigation helps participants find exactly what they need.

Fixing “The Payment Account For This Race Requires Attention!” Dashboard Message

Seeing this message on your race dashboard? Learn how to fix it in just 4 steps.

RunSignup Participant List: How to View, Customize, Filter, & Export Registrant Info

Learn where you find your participant list, and how you view everything you need for race day and beyond.

Giveaways vs Add-Ons vs Store Items: What’s the Difference?

Do you know the difference between giveaways, store items, and add-ons?

Website V2 Race Theme Page

You can now access Website V2 event theme settings on the Race Theme Page.

Email Data Replacement Tags: What, Why, and How?

Are you using email data replacement tags? Learn why you should.

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