Sixth Annual Rock Ridge Run for the Golden Shillelagh 5K

Join us and support St. Joseph's Children's Hospital.

Supporting our community for the past 14 years, SAX has raised over $1 Million for the Child Life Department. This year, we are proud keep the event at our Sax headquarters in Parsippany, NJ, with a new beautiful course with some great pre and post-event activities.

The Child Life Department at St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital is committed to helping pediatric patients cope with the stress and anxiety associated with hospitalization.

Together with our event sponsors, donors, participants, and volunteers, we have raised over $1 Million for the Child Life Department since the 4 MILER’s inception in 2012 and have proudly become the largest financial contributor to the Child Life Department.

EVENT INFO

Event Day: Saturday, September 19th, 2026

Start Time: 9:30 AM

Bib Number & T-Shirt Pick Up Times:

Friday, September 18th 12:00 PM -3:00 PM at SAX

Saturday, September 19th 8:00 AM- 9:15 AM

AWARDS

Awards (Male & Female) 4 Mile Run - 1,2,3 Overall

4 Mile Run Age Groups, 19 & under to 70 & Over(10 Years)

COURSE:

Run or Walk the new 4-mile run on a scenic USA Track and Field Certified (USATF) double-loop race course and bring your family for our Kids’ dashes, with distances ranging from 25 to 200 yards for ages 2-11.

AMENITIES:

-Technical T-Shirt to all pre-registrants (and post-registrants while supplies last)

-USTAF Certified Course

-Refreshments

-Kids’ Activities

-DJ Entertainment

-Awards and Random Prizes

-New Course at SAX Parsippany campus

"Go Gold" with Gracie's Army Foundation! September is National Pediatric Awareness Month and we would love nothing more than to show our support to families in the battle of their lives. We will have a beautiful and scenic USATF-NJ sanctioned course set up for a 5K, 1 mile Fun Run/Walk, and a 40 yard dash. Come and support this beautiful community event in Montville Township. The race will start at the Montville Township High School track and go through neighborhoods ultimately finishing back at the track.

Participating in fundraisers like a 5K is a great way to show a childhood cancer hero your support and raise critical funds for research, empower people to give back, and show support for families who need it the most!

We are working with major corporate sponsorships and are projecting at least 500+ runners. Enjoy food trucks, local vendors, and awards given out to cancer survivors and race winners.

What to Expect:

• RUNNERS and WALKERS of all ages welcome

• Family-friendly fun!

• Awards for top 3 in each age group (10 & under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & Over)

• Awards for top 3 male and female finishers

• Recognition ceremony (children with cancer)

• Adults $35 pre-race registration fee until 9/5, $40 after 9/1

19 & under $20 registration fee (Price reflected at check out)

PACKET PICK UP: Saturday, 9/20 2:00-5:00 pm at Montville Township High School front parking lot, 100 Horseneck Rd, Montville, NJ 07045. Packets can also be picked up on race day from 7:00-8:00 am.

"Be the Light in the Fight Against Pediatric Cancer!"

DAY-OF REGISTRATION IS AVAILABLE ON-SITE BETWEEN 8:00-8:30.

Sign up now for the Annual Strides for Education Hybrid 5K Run/Walk on our FLAT, FAST course through the streets of Morris Plains. Organized by the EFMP, race proceeds benefit all students in the Morris Plains School District. This year's race will still be a hybrid event (in person and virtual), so you can join us on race day (Oct. 25th) in person on the streets of Morris Plains (Start/Finish at Simons Park) OR run at your own location/time on the 25th.

REGISTER BY OCTOBER 3rd TO BE GUARANTEED YOUR UNIQUE RACE GIVEAWAY.

WHY WE RUN: Education Foundation of Morris Plains raises money for Morris Plains School District, which will directly benefit all students in the district. This year, we are funding innovative programs powered by our dynamic administration and staff at both Mountain Way and Borough Schools.

HYBRID: This year's race will be a hybrid event (in person and virtual), so you can join us on race day in person on the streets of Morris Plains OR run at your own location/time on Oct. 26th. Please sign up for as a virtual participant if you will participate remotely.

TEAM CHALLENGE: Choose to register as a team to have fun and raise your organization's profile. The most spirited and the largest teams win a prize, plus social media exposure and exclusive bragging rights until next time!

T-SHIRT PICK UP & TIMING ANKLET: All participants must arrive early on race day to pick up your t-shirt and an environmentally-friendly timing anklet at the NJ Trail Series table. Please return the anklet to the same table after you complete the course.

Day-Of Registration is available on-site between 8:00-8:30.

Looking forward to seeing everyone on October 25th (arrive early for the 9am 5K start)!

SCHEDULE

8:00 AM - Race check in / Pick up timing anklets

8:30 AM - Kids' Fun Run Start

8:40 AM - Group Warm Up

9:00 AM - 5K Race Start

10:00 AM - Award Presentation

🦆🍩 Get ready for a QUACKING good time! 🍩🦆

The Duck Donuts 5K & 2K Pup Strut is back — sweeter, sillier, and more fun than ever — at our new race home on Sylvan Way in Parsippany!

Lace up your sneakers, leash up your furry bestie, and join us for a morning packed with movement, smiles, community vibes, and delicious Duck Donuts 🍩👟🐾

🏃‍♀️ 5K RUN

Run it. Jog it. Walk it.

This flat, fun course is perfect for all levels — and every 5K finisher earns:

🥇 A one-of-a-kind finisher medal

🍩 A fresh Duck Donut courtesy of Duck Donuts - Route 10

🐾 2K PUP STRUT

Sponsored by Tater Bear Treats 🦴

Bring your pup along for a relaxed, tail-wagging stroll!

🦴 A special treat waiting at the finish

📸 Maximum cuteness guaranteed

⚠️ A Few Good Things to Know

• No on-course water stop — Culligan Water will be waiting for you at the finish

• This race happens rain, snow, or shine — dress accordingly

• No timed awards — this one’s all about the fun (and the donuts!)

🎁 Giving Back (Because That’s What We Do)

This year’s race benefits Toys for Tots – Dover.

Please bring an unwrapped toy to help spread holiday cheer —

👉 Let’s try to beat last year and fill FOUR boxes!

👕 Important Registration Notes

✔️ T-shirts & finisher medals guaranteed if you register by November 9

⏰ Prices increase $10 per race 21 days before race day

🏅 5 RACE CHALLENGE RUNNERS — READ THIS!

Your Challenge Medal will be waiting for you at this race 🎉

👉 Stop by the MegaBite tent so we can check you in and hand over that big, beautiful bling!

📦 Bib & T-Shirt Pick-Up

🗓 November 26

📍 Duck Donuts on Route 10, Whippany

⏰ 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Miss it? No worries — race-day pick-up starts at 8:30 AM.

🦆🍩 Don’t miss the most quack-tastic run of the year!

Grab your crew, bring your pup, and join us for a sweet run/walk to remember.