From the Organizer
This is a fundraiser for Chinook Montessori 8th-grade students for their educational trip out of state.
Bib pick-up times:
• April 30 | 5:30–7:30 PM at Hoodoo
• May 1 | 3:00–5:00 PM at Chinook Charter
• Race Day (May 3) | 8:30–9:45 AM at Tanana Lakes
The race will start and end at the paddle boat launch at Tanana Lakes.
We can’t wait to see you there! 🏃♂️✨
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
58°
Typical Low
32°
Chance of Rain
19%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Aurora, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Fairbanks, AK
Population
32,242
as of 2023
City Elevation
437 ft
Nearest Airport
FAI
Fairbanks International Airport · 4 mi
Time Zone
Alaska Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Approximate location — pin shows the host city, not the exact venue.
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at May The Course Be With You 5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
319
Days to train
- Race
- May The Course Be With You 5K
- Date
- May 2, 2027
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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Running
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the May The Course Be With You 5K?
- May The Course Be With You 5K is a running race held in Fairbanks, Alaska on May 2, 2027. 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 May The Course Be With You 5K?
- Sunday, May 2, 2027 in Fairbanks, Alaska at 4400 S Cushman St Ext. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the May The Course Be With You 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
May The Course Be With You 5K
May 2, 2027