
From the Organizer
The Malverne 5K run-walk for education is organized by the Malverne Educational and Fitness Foundation (MEFF). The net proceeds of the 5K run go to the MEFF, a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization that supports youth programs within the Malverne school district. The packet pickup and day-of-run registration take place at Malverne High School, starting at 7:30 a.m. (school located east of Ocean Ave.).
The main event, the 5K run, is preceded by a fun run (200 meters) for children aged 10 and under. The fun run starts at 8:30. The start of the kids run is at the intersection of Wicks Ln and N Cambridge Street. Kids (and their parents) run on Wicks Ln toward the start line of the 5K run at H.T. Herber school.
Malverne 5K run/walk starts at 9:00 at Wicks Lane next to the H.T. Herber Middle School gym (75 Ocean Ave). The 5K course winds through Malverne, Lynbrook, and Lakeview. (Click the thumbnail to enlarge the picture). The finish is behind Malverne High School. Parking is available at the two HS parking lots and adjacent streets, except Wicks Lane, the start location, and course direction!
(The awards are not duplicated).
Fun run: Each participant gets a finisher's medal.
5K Run: Top 3 males/females overall
Age Groups: Top 3 males/females 11 & under, 12–14, 15–19, and then every 5 years up to age 84
Physically Challenged, Wheelchair.
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
63°
Typical Low
48°
Chance of Rain
39%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Oceanside, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
8,496
as of 2023
Elevation
31 ft
Nearest Airport
JFK
John F. Kennedy International Airport · 6 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
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Malverne 5K Run for Education
Oct 18, 2026