3 running and walking events in Pompton Lakes, New Jersey

From big races to Saturday morning group runs—find running and walking events and connect with the local endurance sports community.

• Pompton Lakes Local PBA 161 5K Run/Walk [runsignup.com]
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  Sat, Jun 06, 2026 at 9:00 AM

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  The Pompton Lakes PBA Local 161 invites you to our 1st 5K Run/Walk.This family-friendly event is open to runners and walkers of all levels.

  • Check in begins at 8:00 A.M. and the race starts at 9:00...

  The Pompton Lakes PBA Local 161 invites you to our 1st 5K Run/Walk.This family-friendly event is open to runners and walkers of all levels.

  • Check in begins at 8:00 A.M. and the race starts at 9:00 A.M.

  • First 100 people to register will receive a t-shirt.

  • Age group medals will be awarded to the top 3 male and female times in each age group:

  • 15 and under

  • 16-19

  • 20-29

  • 30-39

  • 40-49

  • 50-59

  • 60-69

  • 70+

  • This is a rain or shine event!

  • Race map will be uploaded closer to the event*

  3.1 Miles 5k Run Walk

  Hershfield Park Place, Pompton Lakes, New Jersey, 07442, United States
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• THE EMPANADA 5K/10K AND 2K PUP STRUT [my.raceresult.com] [Register at runsignup.com]
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  Sun, Sep 27, 2026 at 10:00 AM

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  🥟🐾 Did someone say EMPANADAS?! We sure did! 🐾🥟

  Join us this fall in Jefferson, NJ, for the Great Empanada 5K, 10K & 2K Pup Strut —a scenic run or walk around Lake Shawnee, topped off with a FREE...

  🥟🐾 Did someone say EMPANADAS?! We sure did! 🐾🥟

  Join us this fall in Jefferson, NJ, for the Great Empanada 5K, 10K & 2K Pup Strut —a scenic run or walk around Lake Shawnee, topped off with a FREE golden, flaky empanada from Chava's Empanadas waiting at the finish line!

  🏃‍♂️ Choose your distance:

  • 5K – $38

  • 10K – $48

  • 2K Pup Strut – $25

  (plus RunSignUp fees)

  💥 tech shirt (guaranteed if you register by September 6th

  • A finisher’s medal (yes, it’s empanada-themed!)- First 200 registrants

  • Sports tech race tee (first 200 registrants)

  • Entry into one of the tastiest, fur-friendliest events around

  🐶 Running with your pup? We’d love it! The 1-Mile K9 Walk and 5K are both open to dog owners!

  🎗 This race benefits The Jefferson Education Foundation!

  📅 Date: September 27

  📍 Location: Lake Shawnee, Jefferson, NJ

  🌧 Rain, snow, or shine—we run!

  🎟 Register now before we sell out:

  Bring your family. Bring your pup. And bring your appetite for FUN! 💥

  1 Miles 2k 3.1 Miles 5k 6.2 Miles 10k Run Walk

  Jefferson Avenue, Pompton Lakes, New Jersey, 07885, United States
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