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Meadows Miler 2026

Date
Saturday, October 24, 2026
Start time
9:00 AM start (New York)
Entry fee
From $20 · goes up to $65 on Oct 24, 2026
Included with entry
Includes a shirt
Fundraising
Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees

EventDistanceWhenEntry feeCap
10K (In-Person)10KOct 24, 20269:00 AM$55$65 after Oct 24, 2026–
5K (In-Person)5KOct 24, 20269:15 AM$45$50 after Oct 24, 2026–
Fun Run and Kiddie Dash BundleKidsOct 24, 20269:20 AM$45$55 after Oct 24, 2026–
Fun Run (In-Person)KidsOct 24, 20269:20 AM$25$30 after Oct 24, 2026–
100-Yard Kiddie DashOtherOct 24, 20269:45 AM$20$25 after Oct 24, 2026–
10K (Virtual)Virtual10KOct 24, 20269:30 AM$45–
5K (Virtual)Virtual5KOct 24, 20269:30 AM$35–
Fun Run (Virtual)VirtualKidsOct 24, 20269:30 AM$20–

Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.

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The 10K fee goes up to $65 on Oct 24, 2026.

Race day planning

Entry fee schedule

  • 10K (In-Person): $55 until Oct 23, then $65 until Oct 24.
  • 5K (In-Person): $45 until Oct 23, then $50 until Oct 24.
  • Fun Run and Kiddie Dash Bundle: $45 until Oct 23, then $55 until Oct 24.
  • Fun Run (In-Person): $25 until Oct 23, then $30 until Oct 24.

Online registration closes Oct 24, 2026, unless the race fills first.

How the price compares

At $55, entry is about 31 percent above a typical 10K in New Jersey, which costs $42 right now.

What a typical finish looks like

A typical finisher at a 10K in New Jersey runs 1:01:19, about 9:52 a mile, based on 32 races with published results. Women typically finish in 1:05:32 and men in 57:39.

Light and altitude

Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:18 AM, and the 10K (In-Person) starts at 9:00 AM. The start sits about 190 feet above sea level.

Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.

Start location and course

Rosedale Park, Pennington, NJ 08534

The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. Course maps are the organizers' own.

5K (In-Person)

186
finishers
32:05
median (10:20 /mi)
16:34
winning time
45% / 55%
women / men
median 32:0518:491:06:20
Finish times, fastest to slowest. Each bar is a slice of the field; the dashed line is the median.

10K (In-Person)

114
finishers
57:59
median (9:20 /mi)
36:48
winning time
38% / 62%
women / men

Aggregated from official results (2L Race Services) for Meadows Miler. Individual finisher names are not stored here.

How fast do you need to be at Meadows Miler?

At the 2025 5K (In-Person), the fastest tenth finished in 23:10 or better, the top quarter in 26:20, and half the field in 32:05; the last tenth came in after 52:34.

At the 2025 10K (In-Person), the fastest tenth finished in 45:37 or better, the top quarter in 52:14, and half the field in 57:59; the last tenth came in after 1:18:48.

Third place by age group, 2025 5K (In-Person)
AgeWomenMen
Under 2026:5919:51
20-2931:3723:56
30-3929:2822:51
40-4927:2824:18
50-5930:5923:13
60-6952:5724:59

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 2025.

Finishers by year

Up 24 percent since 2021.

All events combined, from official results.

Meadows Miler 5K year by year

From 2021 to 2025, the field went from 145 to 186 finishers, and the median time rose from 30:44 to 32:05.

YearFinishersMedianFastest tenthWinner
2025186 (-17%)32:05under 23:1016:34
2024223 (-2%)31:00under 22:5617:39
2023228 (+10%)31:55under 23:2520:14
2022207 (+43%)32:01under 22:5318:55
202114530:44under 22:2518:12

From each year's official results for the 5K; virtual options are left out.

How fast is it?

About average for New Jersey 5Ks

The fastest quarter of the 2025 5K field finished under 26:20, against 27:09 in a typical New Jersey 5K, so times here are about average.

  • 10K: About average for New Jersey 10Ks. The fastest quarter of the 2025 10K field finished under 52:14, against 53:38 in a typical New Jersey 10K, so times here are about average.

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 October 24 the day usually runs from 48°F at dawn to 65°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 17% of days. Cold snaps dip to 41°F and hot years reach 76°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 Meadows Miler cover on their registration page, in brief.

Course

Course Maps

Course Changes: Please note that there have been some modifications from previous years, including three Start/Finish areas. The 5k/10k Start/Finish is a blue and yellow arch in the center of the field. The Fun Run Start/Finish is the…

Course Maps, from the Meadows Miler page

Rules and FAQ

FAQs

1. How do I create a fundraiser? You can choose to create an individual fundraiser when you register. Registration automatically will prompt you through the process. Or, you can create a fundraiser by clicking the "Become a Fundraiser" tab…

The cause

Be a Sponsor

Why PCDI? At Princeton Child Development Institute (PCDI), our journey began with a mission to empower children with autism and their families through evidence-based practices and compassionate care. Founded in 1970, PCDI has grown into a…

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Race details

Where
Rosedale Park, Pennington, NJ 08534Map
Course
Road
Start elevation
About 190 feet
Included with entry
Race Tee
Donations
Accepted when you register
Distances
5K, 10K, Kids, Other
Editions
2026 (Oct 24, 2026), 2025 (Nov 1, 2025), 2024 (Nov 2, 2024), 2023 (Nov 4, 2023), 2022 (Nov 5, 2022), 2021 (Oct 30, 2021)

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Quick answers

When is Meadows Miler?
Saturday, October 24, 2026, starting at 9:00 AM.
How much does it cost?
Entry starts at $20 before processing fees, and rises to $65 on Oct 24, 2026.
When does registration close?
Online registration closes Oct 24, 2026, unless the race fills first.
Is the entry fee high for New Jersey?
At $55, entry is about 31 percent above a typical 10K in New Jersey, which costs $42 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?
5K, 10K, Kids, Other.
How big is it, and how fast?
In 2025, 186 runners finished the 5K (In-Person); the median finish was 32:05 and the winner ran 16:34.
Is it a fast course?
The fastest quarter of the 2025 5K field finished under 26:20, against 27:09 in a typical New Jersey 5K, so times here are about average.
Where does it start?
Rosedale Park, Pennington, NJ 08534.
Is there a course map?
Yes, the organizers publish the route on MapMyRun; the link is under Start location and course.

From the organizers

Get Ready for the 10th Annual Meadows Miler!

October 24, 2026

Ten years. One incredible community. Let's celebrate!

Whether you're chasing a PR, crossing a finish line for the first time, or cheering from the sidelines — the 10th Annual Meadows Miler is the event you don't want to miss. Lace up for our scenic 5K or 10K at beautiful Rosedale Park, officially certified by USATF-NJ and part of the Cross Country Grand Prix. Beautiful course. Great cause. Even better community.

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