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Saturday, January 30th, 2027
580 Ratzer Rd., Wayne NJ
5K
23–38°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 0 of the last 10 years
2026
4–16°F
dry
2025
21–35°F
dry
2024
25–39°F
dry
2023
36–53°F
dry
2022
7–23°F
dry
2021
15–34°F
dry
2020
20–34°F
dry
2019
5–32°F
dry
2018
23–38°F
dry
2017
24–37°F
dry
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Race-day forecast says layers
23°F at the start.
Gloves, ear warmers, throwaway layers, hand warmers — delivered before race day.
About this race
Waddle, run, or sprint your icicles off at the Penguin Pace 5K!
Embrace the chill and join us for a fun winter run that’ll warm your heart (and maybe your toes). Whether you’re racing for time or just along for the frosty fun, this cool-weather tradition is the perfect way to shake off winter blues. Costumes and penguin pride encouraged! Costumes and penguin pride encouraged! Then stick around for our Hot Cocoa Party — the sweetest way to celebrate your finish!
Penguin Pace supports the Wayne Interfaith Network Food Pantry.
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