Great Human Race 5K
Great Human Race 5K is a running race on September 13, 2026 in Newark, DE, with an entry fee of $35.
- Date
- September 13, 2026 (52 days to go)
- Location
- 2600 Capitol Trail, Newark, DE
- Price
- $35
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Join us for the Western Family YMCA's 5th Annual Great Human Race 5K at 9am, followed by our International Food Festival at 11am, in partnership with the West Wilmington Seventh Day Adventist Church. Celebrate our extraordinary community through food, music, international performances, and play! All proceeds support the Western Family YMCA’s Annual Campaign.
5k Participants may enter the International Food Festival for free. If you are planning to only attend the International Food Festival, we are accepting cash only at the event. No early registration required. Adults: $20, Children under 18: $5.
The YMCA of Delaware is committed to strengthening local citizens through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. As one of the largest non-profit organizations in the state, we are dedicated to serving everyone – regardless of age, income or background. With support from our community, we work every day to help ensure that people from all walks of life can enjoy the Y, especially those who would not be able to experience what we offer without financial support. With your participation, we have the power to transform lives!
To donate directly our Annual Campaign, click 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
80°
Typical Low
60°
Chance of Rain
26%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Newark Ag Farm, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Newark, DE
City Elevation
53 ft
Nearest Airport
ILG
Wilmington Airport · 5 mi
Major Hub
PHL
Philadelphia International Airport · 28 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Great Human Race 5K
Sep 13, 2026