From the Organizer
Labor Day Morning Road Mile Race alongside Gray's Woods Boulevard in Port Matilda, PA featuring Fastest Kid, Masters, Heroes, and a Dog Mile!
The 2nd annual NVRC Gray's Woods Labor Day Mile (9:00 a.m. start time) supports the cross country and track and field teams of State College Area HS, Centre County Paws, the Krush Program, and local youth running programs. Event T-shirts are guaranteed only to those who register by August 15, 2025.
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
75°
Typical Low
51°
Chance of Rain
35%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Philipsburg 2 S, 9 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Port Matilda, PA
City Elevation
1,443 ft
Nearest Airport
SCE
State College Regional Airport · 12 mi
Major Hub
PIT
Pittsburgh International Airport · 115 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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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 NVRC Gray's Woods Labor Day Mile, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
81
Days to train
- Race
- NVRC Gray's Woods Labor Day Mile
- Date
- September 7, 2026
Coming Up
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the NVRC Gray's Woods Labor Day Mile?
- NVRC Gray's Woods Labor Day Mile is a running race held in Port Matilda, Pennsylvania on September 7, 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 NVRC Gray's Woods Labor Day Mile?
- Monday, September 7, 2026 in Port Matilda, Pennsylvania at Gray's Woods Boulevard. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the NVRC Gray's Woods Labor Day Mile?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
NVRC Gray's Woods Labor Day Mile
Sep 7, 2026