Princeton 5K
Updated
Saturday, March 20, 2027, first start 8:30 AM, in Princeton (Princeton Middle School). Distances: 5K. Entry from $40.
Course and race notes
The Princeton 5K is ready for you in 2027!
In its 18th year, the Princeton 5K represents all that is good about community in-person events.
In the organizer's words, from the race's own listing.
Race details
Date
Saturday, March 20
2027 · in 133 days
Start time
8:30 AM
Earliest wave
Course
Road or path
Paved course
Distances
5K
Price
$40
Plus the platform's processing fee
No price increase published
Registration
Closed online
Online signup closed Mar 20, 2027
Opened Nov 15, 2026
Race day in Princeton
Weather
52° / 31°F
Typical high and low for March 20, with a 37% chance of rain.
NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals, Hightstown 2 W, NJ (8.3 mi away). Averages, not a forecast; a forecast appears here a week out.
Daylight
7:03 AM – 7:09 PM
Sunrise and sunset on Saturday.
Calculated for the race location.
Plan your trip
For the night before, Fri Mar 19
Where to stay
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