Run for the Last Mile 5K (Runners and walkers welcomed)
Run for the Last Mile 5K (Runners and walkers welcomed) is a running race on April 18, 2027 in Wayne, NJ, with an entry fee of $40.
- Date
- April 18, 2027 (206 days to go)
- Price
- $40
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Whether you're a seasoned runner, a casual jogger, or someone who loves a relaxed walk, this event is for YOU! The Run for the Last Mile 5K is an officially registered, USATF Sanctioned, and USATF-NJ Grand Prix 500 Point Race hosted on the scenic campus of William Paterson University.
This event isn’t just about crossing the finish line—it’s about opening doors for our students. Every year, some students face financial barriers in their final semesters, unable to afford the last few courses they need to graduate. Proceeds from this event directly support the Last Mile Fund, a scholarship dedicated to bridging that affordability gap and helping students achieve their dreams of graduation.
But this day is about more than fundraising—it’s about community and connection. Individuals and teams (including community groups, student organizations, staff, and faculty) are invited to participate, with awards celebrating team spirit, enthusiasm, and performance on the course.
You’ll be cheered along the way by the sounds of William Paterson University’s nationally recognized BRAVE NEW RADIO, adding energy and excitement as you navigate the campus’s rolling hills and beautiful pathways.
If you wish to donate to the fund. Please do so at this link.
The first 250 registrants will receive a t-shirt and awards are given to top racers by individual categories and by team.
Students get a discounted rate use student2025 at checkout.
We thank our major sponsor and organizing partner: The Barwick Group
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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
64°
Typical Low
41°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Little Falls, 4 mi from the venue.
About Wayne, NJ
City Elevation
381 ft
Nearest Airport
EWR
Newark Liberty International Airport · 18 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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206
Days to train
- Race
- Run for the Last Mile 5K (Runners and walkers welcomed)
- Date
- April 18, 2027
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Run for the Last Mile 5K (Runners and walkers welcomed)
Apr 18, 2027