16 events in Bergen County, New Jersey

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• Healthy Kids Running Series Spring 2026 - Cresskill, NJ [healthykidsrunningseries.org] [Register at runsignup.com]
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  Sun, Apr 12, 2026 at 4:00 PM

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  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...

  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: 5/17/2026

  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!

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  Kids Run Wheelchair

  Bergen County, New Jersey, 07626, United States
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• Susan Zabransky Hughes Memorial 5K Run/Walk [saddleriver5k.com] [Register at runsignup.com]
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  Sat, Apr 25, 2026 at 8:30 AM

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  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

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  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.

  5k Run Walk

  Bergen County, New Jersey, 07458, United States
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• The Elephant Run [runsignup.com]
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  Sun, May 03, 2026 at 8:00 AM

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  We are very excited to bring back the Elephant Run for its second year! In our first year we had 255 participants and raised over $16,000 for Dana Farber Cancer Institute and the Jimmy Fund. Please...

  We are very excited to bring back the Elephant Run for its second year! In our first year we had 255 participants and raised over $16,000 for Dana Farber Cancer Institute and the Jimmy Fund. Please join us again this year to help this amazing cause!

  Our Story

  My name is Fiona Curran and I am organizing the Elephant Run 5K for its second year in memory of my grandparents, Barbara and Neil Curran. I sadly lost both of them to cancer and this race is to raise money for the Dana Farber Cancer Institute. Dana-Farber provided excellent care to both my grandparents during their battles with cancer. With this fundraiser, I hope to advance cancer research and make a difference. ​If you are unable to participate in the event donations are very appreciated.

  Why Jimmy Fund?​

  Our Jimmy FundRaiser directly benefits the Jimmy Fund, which has raised millions of dollars through thousands of grassroots efforts to help save lives and give hope to patients at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. When you participate or make a gift, you’re directly supporting Dana-Farber Cancer Institute’s mission to defy cancer through a unique focus on cutting-edge research and compassionate patient cancer care. You are creating opportunities for Dana-Farber leaders to enhance programs and initiatives that serve pediatric and adult cancer patients and their families around the world.

  Certified 5K on beautiful somewhat hilly local roads through Park Ridge, NJ. Open to all ages! There will be food, music, and more at the finish line!

  5k Run

  123 Colony Ave, Bergen County, New Jersey, 07656, United States
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• 2026 Unified 5K - Montvale [unified5k.org] [Register at runsignup.com]
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  Sun, May 03, 2026 at 9:30 AM

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  The 2026 Unified 5k and AdaptXpo is an inclusive road race and adaptive sports expo designed so that everyone can participate, whether they run, walk, row, or roll. The event raises critical funds...

  The 2026 Unified 5k and AdaptXpo is an inclusive road race and adaptive sports expo designed so that everyone can participate, whether they run, walk, row, or roll. The event raises critical funds for AdaptX education, research, community events, fitness programming, and grant initiatives. The Unified 5k is a space where athletes with and without disabilities show up together, challenge perceptions, and prove that fitness and sport are more meaningful when everyone has a place at the starting line.

  Join us on May 3rd at Push to Walk for our 1st annual event where you can walk, run, roll, or row either the 5k (3.1 mile) or 1 mile course. Arrive early or hang around after the event to check out our vendors and clinics at the AdaptXpo, a celebration of organizations that focus on health, inclusion, accessibility, assistive technology, and adaptive sports.

  Push to Walk enables people with spinal cord injuries and paralysis to have a brighter future with innovative, specialized treatments.

  Help us make fitness and physical activity accessible for every body.

  1 Miles 5k Run Walk

  11 Philips Pkwy, Bergen County, New Jersey, 07645, United States
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• Maywood 5k "Run for the Red, White & Blue" [runsignup.com]
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  Sat, May 16, 2026 at 8:00 AM

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  The Maywood Rotary along with other Maywood community organizations are holding a 5K race that will celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary to be held on Saturday, May 16, 2026. This year the proceeds will help support the Maywood July 4th parade. It will also create a scholarship fund for Maywood high school seniors starting in 2027.

  5k Run

  764 Grant Ave, Bergen County, New Jersey, 07607, United States
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• Demarest 5K [runsignup.com]
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  Sun, May 17, 2026 at 9:30 AM

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  The Demarest 5K is a long-standing tradition in the Northern Valley that inspire runners and spectators young and old. At our community event, children run in stride with their families and with...

  The Demarest 5K is a long-standing tradition in the Northern Valley that inspire runners and spectators young and old. At our community event, children run in stride with their families and with seasoned runners from surrounding areas. After the 5K, the annual Fun Run takes place for all to participate in freely!

  The Principal's Challange is a gradual training program that is run at each of the Demarest elementary schools leading up to the 5K. Demarest school children (K-8) participate and run weekly with their Principal and coaches to build healthy habits, stamina, and sportsmanship. Lastly, they participate in the 5K event with their community.

  5k Fun Run Run

  County Road School, Bergen County, New Jersey, 07627, United States
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• Midland Park METAvivor #LightUpMBC Color Walk [raceroster.com]
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  Sun, May 31, 2026 at 8:30 AM

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  Midland Park, NJ #LightUpMBC COLOR Walk ​May 31, 2026 Join us May 31 for an unforgettable event the whole family will enjoy! The festivities will feature a 1-mile color run/walk (no experience...

  Midland Park, NJ #LightUpMBC COLOR Walk ​May 31, 2026 Join us May 31 for an unforgettable event the whole family will enjoy! The festivities will feature a 1-mile color run/walk (no experience necessary). The event will start with a Color Blaze color-powder toss, and then participants will pass through pink, teal and green color stations where they will be sprayed with Color Blaze color powder by volunteers. There will also be a DJ, food, giveaways, and fun children's activities. We hope to see you at this meaningful event to raise funds to find a cure for metastatic breast cancer. There are several ways to get involved in this event: 1. Register to participate in this event. You have the option to participate individually, create a team or join an existing team. 2. Help us fundraise by sharing your unique fundraising page created by Race Roster with family and friends 3. Unable to participate? Make a donation to support MBC research 4. Become a Sponsor. Please click the link on this page

  to see sponsor packages and form to process. Contact your local race organizer for more information. We would love for you to fundraise on your own, as a group, or in memory of someone. Every dollar goes toward saving lives! You can register for the race now, choose if you want to join a team and then you will receive an email how to set up your fundraising page. Please feel free to join Tara's Quest to The Cure, any other team that pertains to you or create a new team if you prefer. (Ex: Girl/Boy Scout troops, Ajax, The Kuipers Family, co-workers, etc.). Please refer to the fundraising section for more information. Follow our Facebook event page here to receive the most recent updates for the event! Enjoy this video below from one of our past events.

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  250 Prospect Street, Bergen County, New Jersey, 07432, United States
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• Palisades Park Triathlon/Duathlon [nytri.org] [Register at runsignup.com]
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  Sun, Jun 28, 2026 at 4:30 AM

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  Race Start Time and Location:

  We are extremely excited to host our one and only triathlon in the all beautiful Palisades Park in New Jersey! This is our second year running the race as well as our...

  Race Start Time and Location:

  We are extremely excited to host our one and only triathlon in the all beautiful Palisades Park in New Jersey! This is our second year running the race as well as our interest in expanding more races outside of NYC. With a gorgeous view of the Hudson River, also known as the River Road, and the undulating Henry Hudson Dr, it makes for a very challenging and rewarding course in swimming, running, and biking. As this is an open water event in the Hudson River, the swim can sometimes be challenging and the water temperature may not be as warm in June. Wet suits are allowed but not required. Volunteers from the Hudson Kayak Club will be on duty to ensure a safe and successful swim for all triathletes.

  Here is what you can expect on race day: Race start is 8:00 AM sharp at the transition area by the Alpine Marina’s Pavilion comfort station, at the end of the boat dock. Duathletes will start near the parking lot not too far from the transition area and running up the first hill near the entrance.

  At the end of the 400 meter swim, Triathletes will head back to the Transition coming off the beach run off. Duathletes will turn around at the .7 miles mark on the Henry Hudson Dr and make their way back to the Transition. Both Triathletes and Duathletes will begin the 10 mile bike portion of the race.

  The bike segment is on the Henry Hudson Dr and with your first hill leaving the parking lot. 5 miles out and turning around by the Dyckman Hill Rd, and 5 miles back to the transition. The total elevation gain is over 300ft+. Although there are no long climbs but enough punchy and short hills to force you to pace yourself carefully.

  The final segment of the race is a 3 mile run for both Triathletes and Duathletes. You will start from the Transition area and running on the Henry Hudson Dr. Turn around at the 1.5 miles mark and making your way back to the finish by the Transition area, running through the finish flags.

  Registration spots are limited to 150 participants. We had over 120 participants last year. Please do register early in case we reach our registration cap much sooner! As of today, 6/10, the race is SOLD OUT.

  Alpine Marina Triathlon distance:

  Swim distance is 400 meters.

  Bike distance is 10 miles.

  Run distance is 3 miles.

  Alpine Marina Duathlon distance:

  Run distance is 1.5 miles.

  Bike distance is 10 miles.

  Run distance is 3 miles.

  Volunteers:

  You are needed from 6 am to 11 am. Our races start at 8:00 am unless stated the otherwise. Once you arrived, report to our Race Directors (George or Hunter). They will go over your race duty as well as where you need to be. Don’t leave until the race is finished. You have to sign out to earn your race credit for your next race.

  The Alpine Marina Triathlon/Duathlon is not USAT certified or sanctioned. USAT racing license isn’t required to compete in our race.

  3 Miles Duathlon Open Water Run Swim Triathlon

  Bergen County, New Jersey, 07620, United States
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• Closter's Dom Mircovich Memorial 5K - 45th Annual & Jim O'Halloran Kids Fun Run [runsignup.com]
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  Sun, Sep 06, 2026 at 9:00 AM

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  Closter's Dom Mircovich Memorial 5K - 45th Annual & Jim O'Halloran Kids Fun Run

  Now in its 45th year, the 5k and Fun Run events will be held on its traditional Sunday of Labor Day weekend. Both...

  Closter's Dom Mircovich Memorial 5K - 45th Annual & Jim O'Halloran Kids Fun Run

  Now in its 45th year, the 5k and Fun Run events will be held on its traditional Sunday of Labor Day weekend. Both events will be held on Sunday, September 6, 2026. The Closter 5k is the longest running, continuous 5k in the Northern Valley. We've got the prettiest course around!

  Please note that this year's town celebration ("NOT" Labor Day celebration) is scheduled for 6 September. See the Closter Recreation Commission site for more info. This year's town celebration will not coincide with the 5K and Fun Run.

  LOCATION - Memorial Park, Harrington Ave., Closter, NJ

  SCHEDULE - September 6, 2026

  • 8:00 am - Bib Pickup by basketball courts for those registered on line (Note: There will be limited same day registration, but online registration is preferred.)

  • 9:00 am - Jim O’Halloran Kids Fun Run (12 & Under)

  • 9:30 am - Dom Mircovich Memorial 5K Walk/Run Race Start

  • 10:30 am - Awards

  COURSE

  • USATF Certified 5k Course: NJ24017JLW

  • Mostly flat course around parks neighborhoods, and charming town center

  • Timing & scoring by Rock Race Timing

  • Multiple water stops

  • Follow this link for the 5k course map: https://certifiedroadraces.com/certificate/?type=r&id=5537

  • The Fun Run distance is approximately 1k.

  5K AWARDS

  • Top three male and female finishers overall

  • Five-year age groups: 10U to 80+ (10U, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, etc.)

  • Runners receive the highest award for which they are eligible. No multiple awards are given.

  • First three parent-child teams (Online sign up only. No day of team registration.)

  • Fastest Closter resident-male & female

  • Runners receive the highest award for which they are eligible only; no multiple awards are given.

  AMENITIES

  • Fun Run: T-shirt and Tyvek bib to the first 50 Fun Run registrants, trophies to the top five girls and top five boys, ribbons to all participants, and post-fun run refreshments.

  • 5K: Moisture wicking T-shirt to first 225 registrants, B-tag electronic timing, awards as described above, and post-event refreshments.

  ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

  • Early-bird pickup, 2pm - 5pm, Saturday 9/5/26 at Runners' House, River Vale, NJ

  • Registration at Runners' House and on event-day will be $40.

  • Email LaborDayCloster5k@gmail.com if an accommodation is needed

  • Shirts are not guaranteed to walk-up registrants.

  • Shirt sizes are not guaranteed.

  • We run rain or shine, but not if there is a lightning warning. Updated info on the race status due to dangerous lightning can be found by calling 201.750.9507 mailbox 6 on the day of the race IF the weather is questionable.

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  • Remember to to use #Closter5k when posting your event photos!

  • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ClosterLaborDay5k

  • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/closter5k/

  1k 5k Fun Run Kids Run Walk

  Bergen County, New Jersey, 07624, United States
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• Harrington Park Fall Spectacular - 24th Annual [hp5k.org] [Register at runsignup.com]
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  Sat, Oct 17, 2026 at 9:00 AM

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  Our Fall Spectacular event includes a 5K Run/Walk for all ages, a Mile Fun Run for ages 9 and under, and a Kiddie Dash for ages 6 and under. The 5K course is a USATF Certified, relatively flat road course through scenic Harrington Park, NJ. Race results will be posted with both gun time and chip time, gun time will determine all award results.

  1 Miles 5k Fun Run Run Walk

  Bergen County, New Jersey, 07640, United States
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• Englewood Cliffs 5K [runsignup.com]
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  Sun, Oct 25, 2026 at 8:30 AM

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  9th Annual Englewood Cliffs 5K

  Hosted by: Englewood Cliffs Recreation Department

  Location: Witte Field - Johnson Ave, Englewood Cliffs, NJ

  On Sunday, October 25, 2026, the Borough of Englewood Cliffs...

  9th Annual Englewood Cliffs 5K

  Hosted by: Englewood Cliffs Recreation Department

  Location: Witte Field - Johnson Ave, Englewood Cliffs, NJ

  On Sunday, October 25, 2026, the Borough of Englewood Cliffs will be hosting the 9th Annual EC 5K run rain or shine through the streets of Englewood Cliffs. The 5 km (3.1 mile) course will be a USATF measured and timed race with the funds raised going to support Englewood Cliffs Recreation. The day will also include a Fun Run.

  ​For the 5K race starting at 9:00 AM, medals will be given to the top three male and female finishers in each age group as well as the overall male and female winners of the race. The race is "fast and flat" and is a great opportunity to improve on your personal best times or simply to have a good time together with friends, family or colleagues.

  REGISTRATION INFORMATION

  5K - $25 through Aug 31st; $20 for students (17 and under) through Aug 31st

  5K - $35 from September 1st through Oct 25th; $25 for students (17 and under) from September 1st through Oct 25th

  5K - $40 on race day; $30 for students (17 and under) on race day

  Fun Run - $15 through race day

  $2 Discount for Seniors (62 and older); $3 Discount for active USATF members

  ***Online registration will close at 12pm (noon) on October 24. ***

  AWARDS

  Champion medals will be given to the top male and female finisher. Additionally the top 3 in each age group will get medals.

  Age Group Awards for both male and female finishers

  14 and under,15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+

  Medals for all Fun Run Participants

  EVENT SCHEDULE

  7:45AM - Packet Pickup and Race Day Registration

  8:30AM Fun Run Start

  9:00AM 5K Start

  10:15AM Awards Ceremony

  1 Miles 5k Fun Run Run

  39 Johnson Avenue, Bergen County, New Jersey, 07632, United States
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