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Jazmine T. Bryant Brighter Day 5k Run/Walk 2027
- Date
- Saturday, May 1, 2027
- Start time
- 9:00 AM start (New York)
- Location
- Sewell, New Jersey
- Entry fee
- From $25 · goes up to $30 on Jan 31, 2027
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Mile Walk Only | 1 Mile | May 1, 20279:00 AM | $25$30 after Jan 31, 2027 | – |
| 5k Run | 5K | May 1, 20279:00 AM | $25$30 after Jan 31, 2027 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
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The 1 Mile fee goes up to $30 on Jan 31, 2027.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- $25 until Jan 30, then $30 until Mar 17, then $35 until Apr 30, then $40 until May 1.
Online registration closes May 1, 2027, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $25, entry is about 29 percent below a typical 5K in New Jersey, which costs $35 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 5K in Sewell runs 31:10, about 10:02 a mile, based on 5 races with published results. Women typically finish in 32:36 and men in 28:31.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:01 AM, and the 1 Mile Walk Only starts at 9:00 AM. The start sits about 130 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
Washington Lake Park, Sewell, NJ 08080
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. Course maps are the organizers' own.
2026 results
All results (6 years)41
finishers
30:40
median (9:52 /mi)
17:06
winning time
49% / 51%
women / men
Aggregated from official results (JB Sports Timing) for Jazmine T. Bryant Brighter Day 5k Run/Walk. Individual finisher names are not stored here.
How fast do you need to be at Jazmine T. Bryant Brighter Day 5k Run/Walk?
In 2026, the fastest tenth finished in 24:39 or better, the top quarter in 27:11, and half the field in 30:40; the last tenth came in after 47:30.
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| 30-39 | n/a | 24:39 |
| 40-49 | 30:40 | 25:47 |
Groups with fewer than five finishers are left out. Awards vary by race; check the race's rules.
What would my time get me?
Where a finish time would have placed in 2026.
Finishers by year
Down 18 percent since 2021.
50
2021
33
2022
17
2023
24
2024
35
2025
41
2026
All events combined, from official results.
Jazmine T. Bryant Brighter Day 5k Run/Walk 5K year by year
From 2021 to 2026, the field went from 50 to 41 finishers, and the median time rose from 27:17 to 30:40.
| Year | Finishers | Median | Fastest tenth | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 41 (+17%) | 30:40 | under 24:39 | 17:06 |
| 2025 | 35 (+46%) | 30:48 | under 22:49 | 14:51 |
| 2024 | 24 (+41%) | 26:42 | under 22:08 | 16:17 |
| 2023 | 17 (-48%) | 25:40 | under 20:52 | 19:51 |
| 2022 | 33 (-34%) | 34:57 | under 23:37 | 16:25 |
| 2021 | 50 | 27:17 | under 19:26 | 17:19 |
From each year's official results for the 5K; virtual options are left out.
How fast is it?
Faster than most New Jersey 5Ks
The fastest quarter of the 2021 5K field finished under 21:07, against 27:09 in a typical New Jersey 5K, so times here run 22 percent faster.
Compares the fastest quarter of each field, so walkers and first-timers do not skew it. It reflects the course and the field together: a flat course, cool weather, or a competitive crowd all make times faster.
Typical race-day weather
Around May 1 the day usually runs from 49°F at dawn to 67°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 27% of days. Cold snaps dip to 40°F and hot years reach 80°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
From the race's page
What the organizers of Jazmine T. Bryant Brighter Day 5k Run/Walk cover on their registration page, in brief.
Course
Washington Lake Park Map
Race details
- Where
- Washington Lake Park, Sewell, NJ 08080Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 130 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 1 Mile, 5K
- Editions
- 2027 (May 1, 2027), 2026 (May 2, 2026), 2025 (May 3, 2025), 2024 (May 4, 2024), 2023 (May 6, 2023), 2022 (May 28, 2022)
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Quick answers
- When is Jazmine T. Bryant Brighter Day 5k Run/Walk?
- Saturday, May 1, 2027, starting at 9:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $25 before processing fees, and rises to $30 on Jan 31, 2027.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes May 1, 2027, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for New Jersey?
- At $25, entry is about 29 percent below a typical 5K in New Jersey, which costs $35 right now.
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- Can I donate to a cause when I register?
- Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
- What distances can I run?
- 1 Mile, 5K.
- How big is it, and how fast?
- In 2026, 41 runners finished the 5k Run; the median finish was 30:40 and the winner ran 17:06.
- Is it a fast course?
- The fastest quarter of the 2021 5K field finished under 21:07, against 27:09 in a typical New Jersey 5K, so times here run 22 percent faster.
- Where does it start?
- Washington Lake Park, Sewell, NJ 08080.
- Is there a course map?
- Yes, the organizers publish the route on Plotaroute; the link is under Start location and course.
From the organizers
Jazmine T. Bryant Brighter Day 5K Run/Walk
Date & Time: Saturday, May 1, 2027 at 9:00 AM (Rain or Shine)
Location: Washington Lake Park, 626 Hurffville - Cross Keys Road, Sewell, NJ 08080
About This Event
Advancing mental health access and awareness in minority and underserved communities. Our fund brings hope, resources, and self-reliance to individuals affected by mental health challenges and related addictions by promoting awareness, understanding, and compassion.
Course Details
Run a challenging, accurately measured 5K through Washington Lake Park—the largest municipal park in New Jersey spanning 330 acres. The 1-mile walk option is untimed. Both the race start and finish are near the Amphitheater. Parking is available in Lot E, closest to the Amphitheater.