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Run for the Last Mile 5K (Runners and walkers welcomed)

Name: Run for the Last Mile 5K (Runners and walkers welcomed)
Start: 2027-04-18
End: 2027-04-18
Location: Wayne

Wayne, New Jersey, United States

calendar_today 18 Apr, 2027

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sell $40.00

About the Event

Whether you're a seasoned runner, a casual jogger, or someone who loves a relaxed walk, this event is for YOU! The Run for the Last Mile 5K is an officially registered, USATF Sanctioned, and USATF-NJ Grand Prix 500 Point Race hosted on the scenic campus of William Paterson University.

This event isn’t just about crossing the finish line—it’s about opening doors for our students. Every year, some students face financial barriers in their final semesters, unable to afford the last few courses they need to graduate. Proceeds from this event directly support the Last Mile Fund, a scholarship dedicated to bridging that affordability gap and helping students achieve their dreams of graduation.

But this day is about more than fundraising—it’s about community and connection. Individuals and teams (including community groups, student organizations, staff, and faculty) are invited to participate, with awards celebrating team spirit, enthusiasm, and performance on the course.

You’ll be cheered along the way by the sounds of William Paterson University’s nationally recognized BRAVE NEW RADIO, adding energy and excitement as you navigate the campus’s rolling hills and beautiful pathways.

If you wish to donate to the fund. Please do so at this link.

The first 250 registrants will receive a t-shirt and awards are given to top racers by individual categories and by team.

Students get a discounted rate use student2025 at checkout.

We thank our major sponsor and organizing partner: The Barwick Group

https://www.barwickgroup.com/

Races Offered

Run for the Last Mile 5K

Apr 18, 2027

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Distance — 5K

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Type — Running

timer

09:00

sell

$40.00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for April in Wayne.

thermostat Temperature

6.1° / 16.9°

wb_sunny Feels like

2.6° / 13.7°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

8h 39m

water_drop Avg rainfall

4.4 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

11.2 km/h (Light breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Low

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Moderate (5.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

65.9%

wb_twilight Sunrise

06:16

nightlight Sunset

19:36

About Wayne

Learn more about the host city, Wayne.

Wayne is a township in Passaic County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey. Home to William Paterson University and located less than 20 miles (32 km) from Midtown Manhattan, the township is a bedroom suburb of New York City and regional commercial hub of North Jersey. As of the 2020 United States census, the township's population was 54,838, an increase of 121 (+0.2%) from the 2010 census count of 54,717, which in turn reflected an increase of 648 (+1.2%) from the 54,069 counted in the 2000 census.