
From the Organizer
Run it, jog it, walk it. Just be part of it.Let’s make the start new year school a good one!! 5k fun run to wish everyone a joyful and successful school year!
Prizes will be given to the top 3 overall male and female finishers! There will be age group awards as well!
We look forward to seeing you!!!
Events
Weather
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
81°
Typical Low
63°
Chance of Rain
27%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Cranford, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
Elevation
123 ft
Nearest Airport
EWR
Newark Liberty International Airport · 5 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Race Location
Your Next Start Line
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90
Days to train
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Kean University: Back To School 5K
Sep 6, 2026