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The 2026 Garden State Last Chance

The 2026 Garden State Last Chance is a running race on June 25–26, 2027 in Highland Park, NJ, with an entry fee of $25.

Date
June 25–26, 2027 (222 days to go)
Location
Highland Park, Highland Park, NJ
Price
$25
Sport
Running
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From the Organizer

Posted Wednesday, June 24 - 11:24pm 
Schedule and Final Instructions Here

 

The Garden State Last Chance | June 26-27, 2026

Highland Park HS | Highland Park, NJ 

6pm - 9pm

USATF & WA Sanctioned | FAT Results by Blue Ridge Timing | Results submitted to Milesplit, TFRRS, WA

Pro | Open | HS | Youth | Masters | MS

 

Friday Night

100/110 HH Trials

100m Trials

400m

100/110 HH Finals

100m Finals

800m

 

Saturday Night

Long Jump

Triple Jump

400m IH

200m Trials

Mile

200m Finals

3000m/5000m

 

Events

800m$25
110/100 HH$25
400m$25
100m$25
5000m$25
400m IH$25
Long Jump$25
Triple Jump$25
200m$25
The Mile$25
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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

84°

Typical Low

63°

Chance of Rain

36%

Based on US Climate Normals data from New Brunswick 3 Se, 2 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 5:28 AMSunset 8:32 PMDaylight 15h 4m

About Highland Park, NJ

Population

14,981

as of 2023

City Elevation

84 ft

Nearest Airport

EWR

Newark Liberty International Airport · 19 mi

Time Zone

Eastern Time

From Endurance Grid

A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.

Race Location

What Are You
Waiting For?

Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at The 2026 Garden State Last Chance, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

222

Days to train

Race
The 2026 Garden State Last Chance
Date
June 25–26, 2027
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Get Ready for Race Day

Plan your training, log every workout, and track your progress all the way to race day in the Endurance Grid app.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The 2026 Garden State Last Chance?
The 2026 Garden State Last Chance is a running race held in Highland Park, New Jersey on June 25, 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 2026 Garden State Last Chance?
Friday, June 25, 2027 in Highland Park, New Jersey at Highland Park. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for The 2026 Garden State Last Chance?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

The 2026 Garden State Last Chance

Jun 25, 2027

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