Races

The Princeton 5K is ready for you in 2025! In its 17th year, the Princeton 5K represents all that is good about community in-person events.  Athletes - young and old, big and small, fast and not as fast - come together year after year to run or walk while generously supporting the Princeton High School Cross Country and Track & Field teams.   The 5K race is an IN-PERSON only event this year on Saturday, March 21. In 2026, we are continuing to offer the KIDS DASH.  A challenging 300m loop for all children under the age of 10 years!  All participants will receive a youth t-shirt to wear with pride.   We hope to see the whole family on race day!

Institute Woods 6K Come on out for a 6K at the beautiful Institute Woods. The course is on maintained natural-surface trails in the Institute Woods. The event is open to all skill levels, including those who wish to walk the course.   Non-competitive 3K option for paces over 15 minutes per mile. Winter Wonder Run 6K at the Institute WoodsPost-run refreshments provided! Register early.  Field limit 200. Register by March 20 for T-shirt.  After that, it's remainders post-race. 10 AM start from Princeton Friends School detailed information on the web site http://woods6k.com   Our sponsor Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy will be at the event.   Princeton A. C. is a 501(c)3 nonprofit.

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, brace

Join us for a Walk and 100 Yard Kid's Dash (for children ages 5 and up): Sunday, May 3, 2026. Proceeds benefit YWCA Princeton's Breast Cancer Resource Center in our mission to help women and their families live with, through and beyond breast cancer. The BCRC provides free programs and services such as wigs, fitness classes, nutrition and healthy eating classes, healing arts classes, support groups, financial resources, webinars on various topics related to breast cancer, one on one support, as well as community outreach and education workshops for various organizations all over New Jersey.  Participants will complete the Warrior Walk at their own pace at the Princeton University Track on Sunday, May 3, 2026. Registration begins at 10:00amEvent activities begin at 10:30am The Warrior Walk will be starting and ending on the track at Weaver Stadium, located on the beautiful Princeton University Campus. This year's fun family-friendly walk will be a on a wheelchair accessible

DESCRIPTION May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month!  Celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month is a way to honor the contributions of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders,  learn about AAPI history and cultures, and amplify AAPI voices. Princeton Active Circle is partnering with the Institute of Financial Intelligence (IFI), Where Music Carries Us (WMCU), and the Museum of Chinese In America (MOCA) to host this 5K Run 'n' Walk in Princeton. Please come and join us!   RACE DATE/TIME: In-Person: Sunday (May 10, 2025) at 8:30 AM  Please arrive no later than 8:15 AM as local road will be closed for race. Children 10 years or under must be accomplished by an adult. RACE LOCATION AND COURSE: Start and finish Carnegie Center, Princeton.  Chip-timed Race. See the Course Map. REGISTRATION: Online Race Registration Early Bird  on line registration with discount $35 until April 19 (non-refundable) On line Registration from April 20 till May

Race Fees: Register Early for Best Price!$25 for the 3-Mile or 10K race until March 17th $35 for the 3-Mile or 10K race until April 20th$40 for the 3-Mile or 10K race until May 22nd $50 for the 3-Mile or 10K race on race day Members of the Central Mass Striders in good standing that are 70 years of age or older on race day are FREE. Please select the correct option when registering. If your CMS membership and age cannot be verified by the close of online registration, your registration may be removed. Please contact Kim at KLGORDON@gmail.com with questions. We have an official race policy of NO REFUNDS. If there is a natural disaster or other type of similar emergency that causes a cancellation, every effort will be made to schedule a postponed race later in the year. However, refunds will not be available. If you need to defer due to medical issue or pregnancy, please contact the Race Director.  3 Mile and 10K Race InformationThe Wachusett Mountain Race is a proud part of the USAT

Come join us on Saturday, June 6th for the 2nd Annual "Princeton Mile" road race! Certified Course!  IL26001NM The race will take place on Princeton’s historic Main Street, starting at the Apollo Theater and ending at Rotary Park, just in time to enjoy live music, food, and drinks at Rotary Club of Princeton's 5th Annual Shrimpfest. The course is a straight line, fully paved city street. If you are looking to set a personal best time for a mile, this would be the place to do it. The course has been certified, and the race will be chip timed. The first race will feature “elite” runners who will be competing for a $1000 prize which will be awarded to the first male and female finisher. Both male and female second place finishers will receive $750 and third place $500. In order to participate in the elite race, male runners must be able to run a mile under 4:30 minutes, and female runners must be able to run a mile under 5:30 minutes. The second race is open to anyone wishing

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10th Annual 5K Run/Walk to benefit the Foundation's violence prevention, safety awareness & gender equality programs. Join us as we celebrate a decade of impact!Kids' Run (100-Yard Dash, ages 3-10): 9:00 AM5K Run/Walk: 9:30 AM5K Run/Walk (Virtual): 9:30 AM The 5K Run/Walk is a fun event for the whole family! The course is mostly flat with one small hill. See the course map for details. Runners and walkers from out of town can still participate and show their support. Virtual runners can tune in to the beginning of the race via Instagram Live. Then, run on your own and post your photos!Purpose of the RaceFunds raised from the 5K allow the Vanessa T. Marcotte Foundation to provide valuable safety programs to the community. The Foundation envisions a world where women live free from harassment. They advocate for safety awareness, violence prevention, and gender equality. They further their mission by providing self-protection training, and they partner with organizations to p

A summit-driven grind up Wachusett Mountain where steady climbs, rocky pitches, and winding forest trails test your legs and reward your effort. The route traverses Wachusett’s ski slopes and wooded single-track, climbing through pine and hardwood forest before breaking onto exposed upper mountain terrain with sweeping views across Central Massachusetts and, on clear days, all the way to Boston’s skyline.  Push your pace. Carry your weight. Move with the pack.  Choose your distance: 7, 14, 21, or 28 miles, and complete in 10 hours to earn the coveted UltraTrax Grey Wolf Medal. Toss on a 10, 20, or 35-lb weighted vest or ruck and unlock bonus finisher swag + serious bragging rights. The course will be extremely well marked with a fun post-trek party for everyone to enjoy! Trek Day Information UltraTrax Wachusett kicks off at 7am on August 30, 2026. The starting line will be open from 7am to 10am with the post-trek party starting at 11am. It is not a race, but it is a timed event and

RevolutionNJ proudly presents the Revolutionary Race Series. Join us at historic sites across New Jersey for your chance to race through history! Princeton Battlefield 5KSunday, September 6th9:30am Race Starts (Race Day Registration begins at 8:30am)   Runners, history buffs, and families will come together on September 6, 2026, for the Princeton Battlefield 5K. Part of the RevolutionNJ Race Series, the event begins at 9:30 a.m. and offers a unique way to engage with New Jersey’s Revolutionary War history.   The RevolutionNJ Race Series draws inspiration from Jonas Cattell’s legendary run to warn American troops of a British attack at Red Bank Battlefield. This race is one of six in the series, with additional events planned at Cedar Bridge Tavern, Red Bank Battlefield, Fort Lee Historic Park, Monmouth Battlefield and Batsto Village.   Whether running, walking, or cheering from the sidelines, participants will experience a race that blends fitness, history, and community celebration.

33rd Annual Underground Railroad 5kSaturday, September 12, 2026 Race Day Schedule: 7:00am Registration and Packet Pick-up8:00am Kiddie Fun Run Starts8:30am 5k Race Starts CERTIFIED COURSE IL25042NM:Begins and ends at the Bureau County Metro CenterENTRY FEE$25 8/6 & Before$30 8/7 & After$300 Corporate Team (up to 20 participants)Kiddy Fun Run FREE!!!T-shirts Guaranteed to all pre-registered participants. Available to Day-of registrants, while supplies last!Starved Rock Runners Club Circuit Race AWARDS:Overall Male & FemaleTop Princeton Male & FemaleMale & Female Age Divisions (Top 3 in each division):9 & Under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+ DIRECTIONS TO THE RACE:I-80 to Exit 56. Head South onto Main St. Take a right at Peru St., Left at Anderson St., Right at Park Ave.Bureau County Metro Center 837 Park Ave. West, Princeton, IL 61356 Questions? Please contact Brett Renner, Race Director (815) 876-0721

Join Eden Autism on October 4 in Princeton, NJ to support children and adults with autism! Sign up as an individual runner/walker or create a team and invite your friends! 5K & 1-Mile Fun/Walk2 Merwick Road, Princeton, NJUSATF Certified Course EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION - Sign up by June 12 and receive $5 off!$40 pre-registration | $35 ages 5-17 | $35 USATF members | free for children 4 and under$45 same-day registration 7:30 am: Same-day registration opens9:00 am: 5K and Fun Run/Walk begin Both the 5K and Fun Run/Walk will benefit Eden Autism's mission to support individuals with autism throughout their lifespan—from the point of diagnosis through the school years and into adulthood. Our goal is to provide a comprehensive spectrum of services designed to enable individuals with autism to lead fulfilling, productive, and engaged lives in their communities, to the full extent of their abilities. Learn more at edenautism.org.  Race Day Details When you arrive, head to the pre-regist

Join us for the highlight event of the season on an iconic course in the heart of Princeton! All proceeds support HiTOPS, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that provides sex education & LGBTQ+ support for young people throughout New Jersey.  THE HALF MARATHON Sunday, November 8th, 2026, 7 AM Start. Iconic course located entirely in the heart of historic Princeton. Run through Princeton Battlefield, Institute for Advanced Study, past the home of Einstein, Princeton University, the Princeton Boathouse on Lake Carnegie Westminster Choir College, Mount Lucas and Herrontown Woods. USATF Sanctioned Grand Prix Event. Receive a commemorative medal, shirt, and bib    Packet pickup will be available at Fleet Feet (Princeton Running Company) starting November 7thParticipants cannot exceed a 13 minute per mile pace.Limited field of 1800 runnersAwards for top 3 (male, female, nonbinary), top Princeton employee (male, female), 5-year age groups from 14 and under to 85+ (male, female)In