14 running events in Pennsauken Township, New Jersey

The Starting Point of New Jersey 5K and 1-Mile Walk returns on April 4th at Cooper River Park in Camden County, a powerful community event centered on hope, healing, and resilience. This year we will be starting at the Piazza at the Park on North Park Drive (near lion statue).

This annual gathering brings people together for a cause that touches us all. Whether you’re running in honor of a loved one, walking your own path, or showing up to champion mental wellness and recovery, every step helps break stigma and build connection.

Proceeds directly benefit Starting Point, a nonprofit offering access to counseling, addiction recovery, support groups, and wellness services, because no one should face life’s challenges alone.

Awards will be given to the top three male and female runners overall (by gun time) and age group awards will be given to the top three male and female in each of the following age groups (by net time): 14 and under 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70 and over.

The chip will be timed on a USATF-certified course. There will be a finish line video, and all finishers will receive an e-text message within seconds of finishing, demonstrating their time and pace. Results will be posted at the race site and online the same day, along with an overall listing of finishers and award winners.

This year we are proud to honor Rose Austin with the Community Award. Rose is a teacher at Haddon Township High School and advisor to the school’s Herren Project Club. Since founding the club in 2021, she has helped students raise awareness about substance use disorder, promote healthy lifestyles, and support local organizations including Starting Point.

Through student-led initiatives, substance-free events, and community fundraising, Rose and her students are helping break stigma and build a culture of compassion and prevention. We are honored to recognize her leadership and partnership with Starting Point at this year’s 5K.

Bib packet pickups will be at the Haddonfield Running Company on 121 Kings Hwy E, Haddonfield, NJ on

Friday, April 3rd, 3:00-7:00 PM

Sponsorship opportunities will be announced soon.

Chip Timing is provided by South Jersey Race Timing LLC.

One of the oldest six-day races in the country is lacing up once again. We’re bringing back the legendary Edward Payson Weston 6 Day—run in the '80s and '90s—now reborn as The Old Six Day.

Six days. One track. Endless loops. Whether you’re chasing records, hitting big mileage goals, or just seeing how deep you can dig, this is your playground. Come out to Cooper River Park, soak in the history, and find your finish.

Our third annual TUWT X HOMEWARD BOUND 5K!

Location: Cooper River at the track!

Check in begins at 9:30AM.

We will begin the event at 10AM beginning with introducing the 10+ adoptable dogs on site. You will hear their story and hopefully fall in love and adopt or foster!

After the dog introductions, we will take a group photo which I forget every year so someone please remind me. Then comes the fitness portion of our event!

You will have three options:

Option 1: Run or walk the 5k perimeter around Cooper River Park. The top 3 females and top 3 males will win a TUWT gift card!

Option 2: Walk or run around the track!

Option 3: Pet and play with the adoptable dogs on site.

ANY PERSON THAT ADOPTS A DOG AT THE EVENT RECEIVES A FREE TUWT MONTH!

There will also be food, drinks, and local vendors and tables that are all dog and pet friendly!

We hope to see you there!

All proceeds will be donated to Homeward Bound, a local animal shelter that is constantly overwhelmed with homeless dogs and cats. These workers and volunteers do everything and anything they can to help these animals find their forever homes. Our money goes towards keeping these animals fed, safe, comfortable and healthy while they wait. Many animals are so stressed and depressed in these crates and shelters. Please consider adopting or fostering!

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: 6/14/2026

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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YOU THIRSTY 5K

The You Thirsty 5K is a community-driven run created to bring awareness to something simple that many people overlook — drinking water and staying hydrated.

Hosted by SUPLMNT, this event blends fitness, culture, music, and wellness into an early-morning outdoor experience designed for runners, families, and the community to come together with one purpose: move your body and hydrate.

Along the course, runners will pass hydration stations, educational signage, music, and energy that turns a normal 5K into something bigger than a race. This is not just about about pace. It’s about participation, awareness, and showing up for your health. LETS SPREAD AWARENESS!!

Every registration is part of our Buy One, Give One initiative. When you sign up, you’ll receive a custom limited-edition "YOU THIRSTY 5K" SUPLMNT bottle, and a SUPLMNT bottle will also be donated to a youth through our community partners — helping support the next generation on their hydration journey.

Expect a DJ, wellness vendors, SUPLMNT check-in tents, event merch, and a mapped trail through the park designed to create an experience you’ll remember.

The You Thirsty 5K isn’t just a run.

It’s a movement reminding the community that health starts with the basics.

You thirsty? Come run.

TOP 10 PEOPLE TO FINISH WIN PRIZES

1st runner to finish wins 2 tickets to either a SIXERS game or KNICKS game

Get ready to celebrate the start of summer with the School to Pool Dash & Splash — a fun-filled race for kids ages 14 and under! The event kicks off with an exciting road run through the neighborhood from Van Zant School to the Woodstream Swim Club where athletes will compete in a fun swimming race. Prizes will be awarded to the top finishers in each age group, and every participant will receive a commemorative t-shirt. All non-members of the swim club are invited to stay for the rest of the day and will recieve a free day pass to the pool for one child and one adult. (Additional day passes may be purchased for other immediate household members for $10 each. Day passes are only valid for 5/30/26).

It’s the perfect summer challenge combining swimming, running, and tons of fun!

Please meet on the front lawn of Van Zant Elementary School.

All ages: 1 mile run

Ages 8 & under: 50m swim (2 laps)

Ages 9-14: 100m swim (4 laps)

**All participants must be age 14 or under on May 30, 2026

We are beyond excited to celebrate the 6th Annual Philadelphia HBCU 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, June 27, 2026! This milestone event is a true testament to the incredible support and dedication from our community, and it’s thanks to all of you that this has become the largest run/walk of its kind in the country.

For the past six years, we’ve come together in Philadelphia, New Jersey, and Delaware, alongside our HBCU Alumni Alliance affiliates in Atlanta and Washington, D.C., to raise crucial funds for our students while promoting healthy living. With your help, we’ve successfully raised over $100K in scholarships, directly benefiting students across our region.

This year, we return to Cooper River Park in Pennsauken, NJ, with the excitement of both in-person and virtual participation to ensure everyone—no matter where they are—can continue to support this incredible cause. Together, we are building on the legacies of our beloved HBCUs, and every step taken will help continue this powerful tradition.

We extend our deepest gratitude to our corporate and individual supporters for your unwavering commitment. Your involvement brings our event motto to life: “Run for YOU, Run for THEM, Run for OUR LEGACY.” Without your support, this event would not be possible.

Let’s continue this journey together, honoring the past, empowering the future, and running for the next generation of HBCU students! Thank you for being part of this legacy!

Service is our Legacy & Future,

Khia K. Naylor

President

YOU MUST REGISTER BY 6/7/26 FOR SHIRT GUARANTEE.

RACE DETAILS

• ONLINE REGISTRATION FOR IN-PERSON PARTICIPANTS ENDS SATURDAY, JUNE 27, 2026.

• ALL SHIRTS MUST BE PICKED UP IN PERSON.

• NO SHIRT GUARANTEE AFTER 6/7/2026.

• VIRTUAL REGISTRATION ENDS SATURDAY, JUNE 27, 2026

• ALL REGISTRATIONS ARE FINAL. NO REFUNDS!!!!!!

How do I participate in the VIRTUAL race this year?

We have a VIRTUAL Race Week too!

$45

FLAT RATE VIRTUAL REGISTRATION

*Includes shipping of event shirt & swag

• Select the virtual option during registration.

• Run or walk a 5k on the treadmill, around your neighborhood, your favorite walking trail or park, even your own backyard.

• VIRTUAL RACE WEEK is June 22nd - June 27th

• All race packets for virtual participants will be mailed (shipping fees have already been included in your registration fee)

• As with every year, the proceeds from this fundraiser will provide much needed support to our students by way of our local HBCU Alumni Member Schools and other participating organizations.

Once you have completed the race, you will be required to confirm your results by signing into the Race Roster account via email or entering your last name and confirmation number. Once your registration is confirmed, you will be prompted to enter your results. You may be able to upload your results as soon as you have completed the race (Strava, Runkeeper, iWatch, Treadmill, or any tracking app you use). Click here for result upload instructions.

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES ARE AVAILABLE

Click here to view our support packages

Why partner with the PHBCUAA?

Becoming a community partner for the HBCU 5K provides an opportunity for both seasoned runners and newcomers to promote healthy living while helping students in need of financial support to attend Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). This health-focused event is powered by over 17 HBCU member schools from across the nation, with an alumni network of more than 10,000 graduates in the Philadelphia Metropolitan area.

With your generous partnership, we can combine our resources and expertise to create impactful programs and services that strengthen our communities and provide essential support to underserved populations.

• Health & Wellness

• Hunger Relief

• Higher Education Advocacy