12 events in Bergen County, New Jersey

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RUN 24.7 [runsignup.com]
Sun, Feb 22, 2026 at 8:00 AM

Description

Chesed 24/7 Walk/Run/Raise - a heart-pumping event that puts you in the fast lane, and helps stock the chesed rooms that feed the sick.

Chesed 24/7 was founded on the principle that the world is held...

Chesed 24/7 Walk/Run/Raise - a heart-pumping event that puts you in the fast lane, and helps stock the chesed rooms that feed the sick.

Chesed 24/7 was founded on the principle that the world is held together by acts of human kindness.

Chesed 24/7 provides extensive and innovative services to the sick, the elderly, the developmentally disabled, and any individual or family facing a life challenge.

Chesed 24/7’s philosophy is that no one should ever be without food, shelter, and emotional support – no one should ever feel alone. We remain firmly committed to providing assistance whenever and wherever we can – 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

5k Run
Bergen County, New Jersey, 07073, United States
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Racefaster through the Mall 5k Run - American Dream: Race 2 [racefaster.net] [Register at runsignup.com]
Sat, Mar 07, 2026 at 7:30 AM

Description

Join us for this incredibly rare experience as we "Racefaster through the Mall". This 5k event will be held inside American Dream. Participants will actually run through the hallways of the mall, avoiding the bitter cold outside. Participants will run four loops of the hallways, getting splits and electronic communication after each lap.

5k Run
1 American Dream Wy, Bergen County, New Jersey, 07073, United States
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River Vale Shamrock 5k [runsignup.com]
Sun, Mar 15, 2026 at 8:00 AM

Description

River Vale Shamrock 5K Run Charity Event

Presented by Run 4 The Love & Fitness with Friends in partnership with the Township of River Vale and The River Vale Police Department

Event Overview

Join us...

River Vale Shamrock 5K Run Charity Event

Presented by Run 4 The Love & Fitness with Friends in partnership with the Township of River Vale and The River Vale Police Department

Event Overview

Join us on Sunday, March 15 at the beautiful Mark Lane Sports Complex in River Vale, NJ for a fun, festive, and community-oriented 5K run/walk! This event supports the River Vale Police Association, bringing neighbors together for fitness, fun, and charity.

Event Details

Location: Mark Lane Sports Complex, River Vale, NJ

Race Day: March 15

Registration Opens: 7:00 AM

Race Begins: 8:00 AM

Course: A scenic 3.1-mile route through the charming streets of River Vale and back to the Sports Complex

Adult Registration: $25

Kids Registration: $15

Price Increase: Registration fees will go up on March 1

Participants: Runners, walkers, crawlers, dogs, and strollers are all welcome!

Register Today!

Secure your spot before prices increase on March 1! Registration is open now — adults $25, kids $15.

A Fun & Festive Community Experience

This isn’t just a race — it’s a celebration of community spirit in River Vale! Whether you’re chasing a personal best or enjoying a brisk walk with your family and furry friend, the Shamrock 5K welcomes everyone. Expect cheerful volunteers, lively energy, and friendly faces along the way.

The route takes you along picturesque town streets that showcase the local charm and scenic views of River Vale. After crossing the finish line back at the Sports Complex, take time to relax, socialize, and enjoy post-race refreshments. Dogs and strollers aren’t just allowed — they’re encouraged! This family-friendly event is perfect for participants of all ages and abilities.

Benefiting a Great Cause

All proceeds from the event benefit the River Vale Police Association, helping support local officers and community initiatives. Your participation makes a meaningful difference while promoting health, fitness, and togetherness across town.

Spread the Word!

Tell your friends, family, and coworkers — the River Vale Shamrock 5K is the perfect way to kick off spring with a morning of fitness and community fun!

5k Run Walk
Bergen County, New Jersey, 07675, United States
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Run For Tomorrow [runsignup.com]
Sat, Mar 21, 2026 at 12:00 AM

Description

Welcome to the 1st Annual Noel O’Malley Memorial 5K & Kids’ 1-Mile Fun Run!

Join us in the heart of Northvale for a community-driven event dedicated to honoring the memory of Noel O’Malley and...

Welcome to the 1st Annual Noel O’Malley Memorial 5K & Kids’ 1-Mile Fun Run!

Join us in the heart of Northvale for a community-driven event dedicated to honoring the memory of Noel O’Malley and supporting critical cancer research. Whether you're a seasoned runner, a weekend jogger, or bringing the family for a morning of movement, this race is designed for everyone.

About the Course: Our 5K route winds through the streets of Northvale on a relatively flat, fast, and runner-friendly road course. Perfect for setting a personal record or simply enjoying a relaxed run with friends and neighbors. USATF Certified course.

Fun for All Ages: In addition to the 5K, all are invited to participate in a 1-Mile Fun Run—a great way to introduce young runners to the joy of racing in a supportive, upbeat environment.

What You Get: All registrants will receive a race bib, and the first 200 participants will get an exclusive event T-shirt, perfect for remembering the day and showing support.

Why Run This Race? By lacing up with us, you’ll be contributing directly to cancer research, helping make a difference in the lives of countless families. This event is not only a tribute to Noel O’Malley’s legacy, but also a celebration of community, resilience, and hope.

Come run, walk, cheer, and make memories—because every step brings us closer to a cure. Let’s make the first annual event one to remember!

1 Miles 5k Fun Run Run Walk
Bergen County, New Jersey, 07647, United States
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Susan Zabransky Hughes Memorial 5K Run/Walk [saddleriver5k.com] [Register at runsignup.com]
Sat, Apr 25, 2026 at 8:30 AM

Description

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...

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]
Sun, May 03, 2026 at 8:00 AM

Description

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]
Sun, May 03, 2026 at 9:30 AM

Description

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]
Sat, May 16, 2026 at 8:00 AM

Description

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]
Sun, May 17, 2026 at 9:30 AM

Description

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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Closter's Dom Mircovich Memorial 5K - 45th Annual & Jim O'Halloran Kids Fun Run [runsignup.com]
Sun, Sep 06, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Description
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.
Social
- 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]
Sat, Oct 17, 2026 at 9:00 AM

Description

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]
Sun, Oct 25, 2026 at 8:30 AM

Description

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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Meadowlands YMCA Sharks Club

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Contact: andreacoiner@hotmail.com
390 Murray Hill Pkwy, Bergen County, New Jersey, 07073-2109, United States
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Phone: +1 785-865-8523

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