From the Organizer
Alumni / Old Timers Race Interest Survey
The Newark High School Running Club is exploring the possibility of adding an Alumni / Old Timers Race to the White Clay Creek Classic. We are currently gauging interest from former runners, coaches, parents, and members of the local running community.
If you would be interested in participating, please complete the brief survey below:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfOoHcE9hlu0WxXyDKs7OL_c_2PkV6zgt3ZQ_HuHI5wOSv1hA/viewform?usp=header
[Your feedback will help determine whether this event is added to the 2026 White Clay Creek Classic.
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
81°
Typical Low
60°
Chance of Rain
26%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Newark Ag Farm, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
City Elevation
53 ft
Nearest Airport
ILG
Wilmington Airport · 5 mi
Major Hub
PHL
Philadelphia International Airport · 28 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at White Clay Classic Old Timer Race, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
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From Endurance Grid
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
White Clay Classic Old Timer Race
Sep 11, 2026