3 running events in Pompton Lakes, New Jersey
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Pompton Lakes
3 events in Pompton Lakes-
Sat, Apr 04, 2026 at 9:00 AMSee full details
Easter weekend has never been so sweet! Join us the Live Run Give crew in their hometown to celebrate life and running
Join us for the Donut Chase 5K and 10K on Saturday, April 4th, 2026, in Lake Hopatcong, NJ! This fun event features a scenic course with lake views and rolling hills. Walkers are welcome. The 5K is a 3.1-mile route through Lake Shawnee with picturesque views and a water stop at Mile 1.5. The 10K consists of two loops of the same course, with water stops at Miles 1.5 and 4.5. Enjoy the paved, rolling terrain and climb while chasing down some delicious donuts!
Raise $250 or more a receive an exclusive Donut Chase Hoodie.
Packet Pick up: TBD
Awards:
Top 3 Male and Female Overall
Age Group Awards:
11 and under , 12-15 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60, 70+
Top 3 Fundraisers
This year, we are dedicating our donations to Dana Farber Cancer Institute
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Sat, Jun 06, 2026 at 9:00 AMSee full details
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.
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Check in begins at 8:00 A.M. and the race starts at 9:00 A.M.
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First 100 people to register will receive a t-shirt.
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Age group medals will be awarded to the top 3 male and female times in each age group:
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15 and under
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16-19
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20-29
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30-39
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40-49
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50-59
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60-69
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70+
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This is a rain or shine event!
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Race map will be uploaded closer to the event*
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Sun, Sep 27, 2026 at 10:00 AMSee full details
🥟🐾 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! 💥