Healthy Kids Running Series Spring 2026 - Princeton Junction, NJ

Institute Woods 6K

Come on out for a 6K at the beautiful Institute Woods.

The course is on maintained natural-surface trails in the Institute Woods. The event is open to all skill levels, including those who wish to walk the course. Non-competitive 3K option for paces over 15 minutes per mile.

Winter Wonder Run 6K at the Institute WoodsPost-run refreshments provided!

Register early. Field limit 200.

Register by March 20 for T-shirt. After that, it's remainders post-race.

10 AM start from Princeton Friends School

detailed information on the web site http://woods6k.com

Our sponsor Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy will be at the event.

Princeton A. C. is a 501(c)3 nonprofit.

Who We Are: Healthy Kids Running Series is a five (5) week running program in the spring and fall for kids Pre-K through 8th grade. Each HKRS Series takes place once a week and offers age-appropriate running events including the 50 & 75 yard dashes, the 1/4 mile, the 1/2 mile and the 1 mile run. Kids will earn points for each race they complete based on their finish.

Pricing: The registration fee covers the entire five (5) weeks of the Series which includes race bibs for each week, a runner shirt, a finisher medal and any sponsor giveaways. Registration is non-refundable and non-transferable. Online Early Bird registration increases three weeks prior to the first race event.

High School: We also welcome our high school runners! Our high school students will be running a 2 mile race.

Challenger: This Series offers a Challenger Division which is an adaptive 75 yard race for children with disabilities and/or special needs. This allows for parents, siblings, and friends to be on the course with runners to provide support as well as bringing their own supportive devices such as crutches, braces, wheelchairs, etc. to be used by runners.

Makeup Date Information: 5/24/2026

Single Day Racing: Single day race registration opens one hour prior to the start of each race. The registration fee covers one single race to be run on the day of registration. ALL single day registrations should be completed onsite at the race location. Single day racers will have the option to upgrade to the full series (see tab on the left side of the page for instructions). There is a strict no-refund and no-transfer policy.

Awards: All participants receive a medal on Week 5! Trophies will be awarded to the overall top finishers in each of the divisions listed below (broken out by boys and girls respectively):

Kindergarten & 1st Grade

2nd & 3rd Grade

4th & 5th Grade

6th to 8th Grade

High School

Challenger

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Join us for a Walk and 100 Yard Kid's Dash (for children ages 5 and up): Sunday, May 3, 2026. Proceeds benefit YWCA Princeton's Breast Cancer Resource Center in our mission to help women and their families live with, through and beyond breast cancer. The BCRC provides free programs and services such as wigs, fitness classes, nutrition and healthy eating classes, healing arts classes, support groups, financial resources, webinars on various topics related to breast cancer, one on one support, as well as community outreach and education workshops for various organizations all over New Jersey.

Participants will complete the Warrior Walk at their own pace at the Princeton University Track on Sunday, May 3, 2026.

• Registration begins at 10:00am

• Event activities begin at 10:30am

The Warrior Walk will be starting and ending on the track at Weaver Stadium, located on the beautiful Princeton University Campus.

This year's fun family-friendly walk will be a on a wheelchair accessible paved track (walkway).

The Kid's 100-Yard Dash will consist of three age categories: 5 & under, 6-8, and 9-10 year olds. Prizes will be given top winners of each category.

Can't attend in-person? Register and participate virtually! You can still support the BCRC in your own neighborhood, school, or park!

Cost: Registration fees are $20 and $25 day of event, and we are asking for a minimum $100 fundraising goal per registration. If you raise $100 or more you will receive a BCRC Warrior Walk t-shirt (one per person, while supplies last). Children under 10 are free (t-shirt NOT included).

Our overall fundraising goal for the BCRC Warrior Walk is $15,000--your support is critical in helping us reach our goal! This website allows you to create your own page and share on social media. It's as easy as asking 10 friends for $10! Let's break it down this way:

• A $10 donation helps one woman attend one of our support groups

• A $25 donation will help two women take part in our Healing Arts classes

• A donation of $100 enables one woman to receive a wig as she goes through chemotherapy treatments

Don't want to walk alone? Form a corporate or social team https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/129556/BecomeFundraiser. Join the fun for a good cause and think of how many women we can help! There are also prizes being awarded for fundraising!!

Awards: Prizes will be given out to the top three overall fundraisers and the top fundraising team. The minimum fundraising goal is $100.

Questions? Contact Melissa White-McMahon at mmcmahon@ywcaprinceton.org

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May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month! Celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month is a way to honor the contributions of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders, learn about AAPI history and cultures, and amplify AAPI voices.

Princeton Active Circle is partnering with the Institute of Financial Intelligence (IFI), Where Music Carries Us (WMCU), and the Museum of Chinese In America (MOCA) to host this 5K Run 'n' Walk in Princeton. Please come and join us!

RACE DATE/TIME:

In-Person: Sunday (May 10, 2025) at 8:30 AM

Please arrive no later than 8:15 AM as local road will be closed for race.

Children 10 years or under must be accomplished by an adult.

RACE LOCATION AND COURSE:

Start and finish Carnegie Center, Princeton. Chip-timed Race. See the Course Map.

REGISTRATION:

Online Race Registration

Early Bird on line registration with discount $35 until April 19 (non-refundable)

On line Registration from April 20 till May 9, 2025 - $45 (non-refundable)

Race Day Registration - $50 cash or check (non-refundable)

BIB PICKUP:

May 10, 2025, 7:00 AM – 8:20 AM at 502 Carnegie Center Drive, Princeton , NJ. GPS coordination: 40.31432,-74.65389

AWARDS AND AFTER-RACE ACTIVITIES:

Medals will be awarded on site after the race;

Overall: Male: 1st, 2nd, 3rd; Female: 1st, 2nd, 3rd

Age Groups : 8 & under, 8-12 13 - 19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+

After the 5K activities: Join us to celebrate AAPI Heritage! Enjoy the traditional music and folk dancing. Visit on-site Chinese American History exhibition provided MOCA and pay tribute to the generations of Asian and Pacific Islanders who have enriched America's history and are instrumental in its future success.

VOLUNTEERS:

Sign up to volunteer for the race. Community Service hours are awarded student volunteers.

SPONSORSHIP AND DONATIONS:

We could not make this event without your support. We thank everyone for their support. Zelle payment email address: princetonactivecircle@gmail.com

Platinum Sponsorship - Donation of $2500

Gold Sponsorship - Donation of $1500-$2499

Silver Sponsorship - Donation of $600-$1499

Bronze Sponsorship - Donation of $300-$599

Friends Sponsorship -- donation of below $300

RACE CONTACT INFO

If you have any questions about this race, please contact the race director at princetonactivecircle@gmail.com

Princeton Active Circle is a 501(3)(C) non-profit organization located in Princeton, NJ with mission: To enrich and improve the quality of life of all members of the community through organizing, motivating, and engaging them in fitness & wellness activities and social events.

Our annual Charity 5K will be held on Saturday, May 16th, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. The event will take place at the Mercer County Park, NJ. The Run is organized by Trinayani NJ (a non-profit based out of Central New Jersey) in association with and support of Children's Home Society, NJ.

The Run For Hope is more than just a race—it’s a movement to support and uplift vulnerable children and families in our community. This event is dedicated to raising awareness and funds for The Children’s Home Society of New Jersey (CHSofNJ), a nonprofit organization that has been serving at-risk infants, children, and families since 1894.

By participating in the Run For Hope, you are directly contributing to this humane mission. Your support helps provide essential services such as counseling, medical care, education, and advocacy—giving children the tools they need to thrive.

Every step you take in this race is a step toward hope, safety, and opportunity for someone in need. Join us in making a difference!