Newark Turkey Day Race

Looks like it's time to lace up! Here are the quick details for the 5th Annual RJ VanDeMortel 5K:

When: Saturday, June 6, 2026.

Where: Perkins Park (311 Washington St, Newark,

Cost: $32.80 (includes fees) for both in-person and virtual options.

Perks: Register by May 30, 2026, to snag a free cotton t-shirt.

Cause: Proceeds support the RJ VanDeMortel Newark High School Scholarship Fund.

The event is untimed and family-friendly, so feel free to bring the kids and the dog!

This website also supports a donation only option. Donations of any amount are welcome and appreciated.

Registration starts at 9:00am. Run/walk begins at 10:00am.

There will be raffles and 50/50 tickets. Drawings immediately after the race.

DON'T MISS THE 11TH ANNUAL LAUREL HOUSE 5K!

When: Saturday, June 13, 2025

Can't be there on June 13th? Take advantage of our virtual option. Send us your time and a photo and we will include you in our race results

Time: 9:00 am start

Where: Registration is in Central Park. The race begins on Main Street near the Post Office and ends on East Avenue near Alex Eligh Community Center

Why: All proceeds will benefit Laurel House Comfort Care Home, 224 Fair Street, Newark NY

Cost: Adults: $30 Pre-Registration - Ends June 5, 2025

$35 Day of Race

Students $20 Pre-Registration - Ends June 5, 2025

$25 Day of Race

Includes: Registration fee includes: Race shirt Race bag with snacks, coupons and surprises. Register by May 12 to guarantee race shirt

Race Awards - Awards for top three male/female finishers in the following categories: 12 & under, 13-19, 20-29,30-39,40-49,50-59,60-69,70+

Post Race Awards and Door Prizes: Stay after for post-race awards and door prizes! Must be present to win!

Race Packet Picket Pick-up: Friday, June 12, 2025 , 5pm to 7pm. Alex Eligh Community Center

CALLING ALL YOUNG SUPERHEROES! It's time to put on your capes, masks, and superpowers! Join us for the first SUPERHERO SPRINT, a fun-filled kids' run taking place just before our main 5K race

Registration Details:

Cost: $5

Who: Open to kids up to 10 years old

Why: Healthy habits begin early! But let's be honest - it is also irresistibly cute and totally awesome!

Includes: A goodie bag and medal for every participant

How to Register: Use the Run Sign-up link below or register on the day of the event.

Thank you for your support of Laurel House!

Dairy Discovery 5K and Fun Run!

Description: This is our 6th Annual Dairy Discovery 5K and Fun Run designed to connect our community with local dairy farmers and products. Race will start AND END at the Milk Pail. For our friends and supporters who can't make it to the beautiful finger lakes area of New York we will also offer a VIRTUAL race option.

When: September 12, 2026

5k Start Time: 9:00am

Free Kids Fun Run Start: 10am

Where: The Milk Pail @ 1099 Co Rd 7, Shortsville, NY 14548

Prizes: Top 5 Women and Men will receive awards

Cost: For the in-person starts at $20 and slowly increases to $30. Virtual race is $30 to cover shipping costs. Includes custom 5k apparel and finisher medal

Register by July 31, 2026 to Guarantee your apparel size (Apparel sizes will be first come first serve at packet pickup if you sign up after the 31th!)

Packet Pickup:

Friday, Sept 11th 5:30pm - 6:30pm at the Milk Pail

Saturday, Sept 12th 7:30am - 8:45am at the Milk Pail

Virtual Option: We understand the changing times these days and want to offer a Virtual option for those who would like to offer support but run on their own time, or for those who can not attend that day but still want to support and be apart of the race! (and yes, you still get apparel AND medal for finishing even virtually)

Post Race Event: Join us at the Milk Pail for refreshments, activities, lawn games, and awards ceremony following the race (Approx 10:15 am) The Milk Pail will be open from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. on race day!

More info on some of our host farms:

http://willowbendfarms.com/the-milk-pail/

https://sites.google.com/view/el-vifarms/home