Kean University: Back To School 5K
⚠️ 2027 edition: provisional information
The date is estimated from the 2026 edition (September 13, 2026), on the same day of the week. Courses, start times, fees and description are carried over from the previous edition: check them on the official website. This page will be updated as soon as the organizer publishes them.
Available distances
About
The Kean University: Back To School 5K takes place in Union, New Jersey, on September 12, 2027, with a 10:00 a.m. start. This community 5K promotes fun and fitness while celebrating the start of the new academic year.
Awards go to the top three men and women overall, as well as to the top finishers in each age group.
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