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Winter Thaw Out Race Series

Winter Thaw Out Race Series is a trail running and running race on February 28 – March 21, 2027 in Glassboro, NJ, with an entry fee of $25.

Date
February 28 – March 21, 2027 (152 days to go)
Price
$25
Sports
Trail RunningRunning

From the Organizer

*The race on 3/1 has been postponed due to several fallen trees on the course*

 

Having trouble getting motivated while its cold out? Want to get a jump on the spring racing season? The come out and join us for a series of four 5k races.  Race will be held at Elephant Swamp Trail. Trail is hard packed and gravel. It is free of roots and and not technical at all. 

**If you register for all 4 races you recieve $20 off your total** 

You must sign up for all 4 at once.  The $20 is automatically taken off at checkout

*Races will be scored on a point system. Eg....you will get 10 points for coming in first, 9 for second and so on. You will be scored for overall places and places within your age group.

*Awards will be given at the end of the series not after each race. 
*Everyone who participates in the series will get a medal at the end of the series.
*Overall and AG winners will receive awards.
*Everyone who signs up for the full series will get custom gloves.  Sign up by 2/11 to be guaranteed. 
*We will have hot chocolate at every race.                                                                             

*Address and Directions*

Please note that the park itself does not have a physical address.  The address listed is for the police station next to the Park. You can try typing Elk Township Recreational Park in your GPS.  However that may not work on some GPS systems.  You may also use Aura Elementary School which is across the street from the park. 

 

 
Races are produced by Even Kiel Racing 

Events

5k Trail Run 2/28$25
5k Trail Run 3/7$25
5k Trail Run 3/14$25
5k Trail Run 3/21$25

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

47°

Typical Low

29°

Based on US Climate Normals data from Glassboro 2 Ne, 2 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 6:35 AMSunset 5:51 PMDaylight 11h 16m

About Glassboro, NJ

Population

23,375

as of 2023

City Elevation

149 ft

Nearest Airport

PHL

Philadelphia International Airport · 13 mi

Time Zone

Eastern Time

From Endurance Grid

A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.

Race Location

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Days to train

Race
Winter Thaw Out Race Series
Date
February 28 – March 21, 2027

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About These Sports

This race spans more than one sport — here’s a guide to each, so you can understand what’s involved and decide if it’s the right fit. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.

Trail Running

Running off-road — dirt, singletrack, and mountain paths — from 5Ks to ultras. The terrain makes for an exciting twist and adventure in your running journey.

Running

From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Winter Thaw Out Race Series?
Winter Thaw Out Race Series is a trail running and running race held in Glassboro, New Jersey on February 28, 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 trail running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
When and where is the Winter Thaw Out Race Series?
Sunday, February 28, 2027 in Glassboro, New Jersey at Elk Township Recreational Park, Recreation Dr. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Winter Thaw Out Race Series?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Winter Thaw Out Race Series

Feb 28, 2027

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