From the Organizer
Join us for the Elmer Library Harvest Day 10th ANNUAL 5k Run & Mayors Mile Walk
All Proceeds benefit The Elmer Library!
Race Date - Saturday, October 3rd, 2026 Race Starts at 8:30 am
Race packet pick up and registration begins at 7:30 AM on race day.
5K Race starts at 8:30 am.
Location: Elmer Library 120 S. Main St., Elmer, NJ 08318
Parking available on South Main Street or across the street at the Adams Funeral Home ; Additional parking available at the Elmer Fire House and the Elmer Little League Ballpark.
Rain or Shine, No Refunds
Pre registration Cost $30 for 5K with t-shirt,
Day of Registration $35 ( t-shirts as available)
Drinks / Snacks provided at end of race.
Age Group awards for males/ females and
CASH PRIZE of $100 for Overall Gender Winners! Prizes for all Age-Group Winners
This race will be professionally chip timed by JTF Racing.
3 Awards in each age group - 19 and under 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69 and 70 and older.
This year we are also allowing participants to form a compete on team. A team consists of between 2 and 4 people, with the two fastest on the team being scored.
Plan on staying after the awards ceremony for the Elmer Harvest Day Festival
The course map can be found HERE
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
74°
Typical Low
52°
Chance of Rain
30%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Woodstown Pittsgrov 4e, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Elmer, NJ
Nearest Airport
PHL
Philadelphia International Airport · 20 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Days to train
- Race
- Elmer Library Harvest Day 5k Run
- Date
- October 3, 2026
- Location
- 120 South Main St., Elmer, NJ
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Elmer Library Harvest Day 5k Run?
- Elmer Library Harvest Day 5k Run is a running race held in Elmer, New Jersey on October 3, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Elmer Library Harvest Day 5k Run?
- Saturday, October 3, 2026 in Elmer, New Jersey at 120 South Main St.. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Elmer Library Harvest Day 5k Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Elmer Library Harvest Day 5k Run
Oct 3, 2026