9TH ANNUAL WAYNE ROTARY 5K
- Date
- May 30, 2026
- Distance
- 5K Run
From the Organizer
We are thrilled to welcome everyone back for another year of community and competition. This annual event is a vital fundraiser for the Wayne Rotary, helping us secure the funds necessary to support our local community. Continuing our long-standing tradition, a portion of the race proceeds will be awarded to the Wayne Area High School running programs.
Race Highlights
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Known for being super-fast and flat, our course adjacent the Our Lady of the Valley Church is back in the spotlight and available to provide your next PR!
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We are honored to once again host a USATF Championship in 2026. The Rotary is super excited to welcome the USATF and their competitive Coed Teams back to for a second year.
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Costco will once again sponsor the event with a smorgasbord of baked good! There is something delicious for everyone. No one goes home empty handed!
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The Awards & After Party (and Marathon Entry Raffle Drawings) will be held at the Village Inn!
Note: Site maps can be found at the bottom of this page!
About the Wayne Rotary Club-Foundation
Established in 1958, the Wayne Rotary Club-Foundation is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. Guided by the motto "Service Above Self," our members volunteer locally, regionally, and internationally to:
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Combat hunger and improve health and sanitation.
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Provide education and job training.
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Promote peace and eradicate polio.
The Wayne Rotary Club is proud to support our community and global initiatives through the following organizations and events:
Wayne Twsp. First Aid Squad, Wayne Community Policing, Wayne Day, Wayne 3rd Grade Dictionary Program, Preakness Healthcare, Cumac, Wayne Interfaith Network Food Pantry, PC Sheriff's Canine Unit, WV&WHHS Clifford North Scholarship, Wayne Nat'l Honor Societies, DePaul HS Interact Club, WPU Music Scholarship, WV&WHHS Jerome Pinsky Scholarships, WV&WHHS RYLA, Scholarships, FoundAbilites, RYLA, and Thanksgiving in the Spring events for Wayne seniors suffering food insecurities. Additionally Wayne Rotary supports and sponsors many international projects such as Polio Plus polio eradication program, Gift of Life children’s life saving cardiac surgeries, and The Guatemala Literacy Project
*In order to be eligible, for an endowment interested HS Track/Running team must participate in this event.
Distances & Pricing
Race Location
About This Sport
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Running
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the 9TH ANNUAL WAYNE ROTARY 5K?
- 9TH ANNUAL WAYNE ROTARY 5K is a running event held in Wayne, NJ. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
- When and where is the 9TH ANNUAL WAYNE ROTARY 5K?
- Saturday, May 30, 2026 in Wayne, NJ at Our Lady of the Valley Church, Wayne, NJ. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the 9TH ANNUAL WAYNE ROTARY 5K?
- Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.
9TH ANNUAL WAYNE ROTARY 5K
May 30, 2026