The Racefaster Half Marathon

Please join us for the 15th Anniversary Susan Zabransky Hughes Memorial 5k Run/Walk

Saturday, April 25, 2026

8:30 a.m.

Rain or shine!

REGISTRATION: $30

REGISTRATION AFTER APRIL 17: $40

You can also register in-person on race day from 7 a.m. - 8 a.m.

Timed race begins at 8:30 a.m. sharp.

Please allow time for parking and getting to the start line.

To Sponsor the event, please visit SaddleRiver5K.com.

The proceeds of this year's event will benefit cervical cancer research taking place at the Hackensack Meridian Center for Discovery and Innovation (CDI), an advanced research institution founded by Hackensack Meridian Health to rapidly translate innovations in biomedical science to improve human health. CDI's cervical cancer research program is dedicated to the development of new diagnostic technologies for early detection and improved treatment for women with cervical cancers.

For more information, please contact Amy Emenuga at amy.emenuga@hmhn.org.

Volunteers are needed! Please select the volunteer tab from the menu to register to be a volunteer. Volunteers will receive a letter of verification for service hours upon request. Hours are 7 a.m.-11 a.m.

44th Annual River Edge Run

Saturday, April 25, 2026

5K Health Walk & Fun Run

CHECK IN & REGISTRATION: 8am-9:45am

START & FINISH

CHERRY HILL SCHOOL at 410 BOGERT RD. RIVER EDGE, NJ

5K RACE INFORMATION

• Open to all runners, novices, joggers - No Strollers

• Male and Female awards by 5-year age groups

• Runs through scenic tree lined route

• Water stations and timing clocks at one mile and two miles

• Bag check available day of event

• SANCTIONED & CERTIFIED BY USA TRACK & FIELD - GRAND PRIX EVENT 500PTS

• RACE TIMING & RESULTS BY BEST RACING SYSTEMS

• RUN PROCEEDS BENEFIT RIVER EDGE PARKS

5K HEALTHWALK INFORMATION

• Open to all ages

• Strollers allowed

• Water stations and timing clocks at one mile and two mile

• Bag check available day of event

• Sponsored by River Edge Municipal Alliance

FUN RUN INFORMATION

• One mile

• Open to all ages

• T-shirts guaranteed to those who register before 03/21/26

• Sponsored by River Edge School District

• Historical Costume Contest - Sponsored by 250 Committee (Optional)

T-SHIRT & NUMBER PICK-UP

Pre-Event Date & Time:

Wednesday, April 22 from 2:30-3:30pm at Cherry Hill School, 410 Bogert Road, River Edge

Thursday, April 23 from 2:30-3:30pm at Roosvelt School, 711 Summitt Ave, River Edge

Friday, April 24 from 5:30pm to 7:00pm at Cherry Hill School, 410 Bogert Road, River Edge

Distribution will also start at 8am on Race Day*

Race Day registrants will receive t-shirts as supplies last if not registered before 3/21/2026

Run with us and turn miles into meals for families who need it most! Every registration brings a healing meal to families and seniors in need! Sign up to ensure families and seniors in our community are nourished when they need it most.

Our race will be broken up into two divisions: Open and Elite. The elite category will consist of the top ten seed times for each male and female. ONLY the elites will be eligible to receive prizes (Top 3 males and females). The prize will be a Fleet Feet gift certificate, in amounts of $70, $40, and $20 for top 3 (M and F). We will inform you of your placement in the elite category within 24 hours of the race. The majority of entries will be racing in the Open category. The

The open category will be a fun, exciting run/walk for the community to enjoy.

Our race will be hand timed, meaning that you will receive your time at the finish line, there will also be a livestream on our Youtube channel which you can refer back to in case you would like to remind yourself of your time! The elite category will be given precise times at the finish.

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.

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: 6/07/2026

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

Challenger

Share your running photos with our community! Find us on Facebook @HealthyKidsRunning or Instagram @healthykidsrs!

#GetUpandGo

Whether you're a seasoned runner, a casual jogger, or someone who loves a relaxed walk, this event is for YOU! The Run for the Last Mile 5K is an officially registered, USATF Sanctioned, and USATF-NJ Grand Prix 500 Point Race hosted on the scenic campus of William Paterson University.

This event isn’t just about crossing the finish line—it’s about opening doors for our students. Every year, some students face financial barriers in their final semesters, unable to afford the last few courses they need to graduate. Proceeds from this event directly support the Last Mile Fund, a scholarship dedicated to bridging that affordability gap and helping students achieve their dreams of graduation.

But this day is about more than fundraising—it’s about community and connection. Individuals and teams (including community groups, student organizations, staff, and faculty) are invited to participate, with awards celebrating team spirit, enthusiasm, and performance on the course.

You’ll be cheered along the way by the sounds of William Paterson University’s nationally recognized BRAVE NEW RADIO, adding energy and excitement as you navigate the campus’s rolling hills and beautiful pathways.

If you wish to donate to the fund. Please do so at this link.

The first 250 registrants will receive a t-shirt and awards are given to top racers by individual categories and by team.

Students get a discounted rate use student2025 at checkout.

We thank our major sponsor and organizing partner: The Barwick Group

https://www.barwickgroup.com/