14th Annual Happy Jack 5K
- Date Sat 17th October 2026
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location West Nyack, New York
- Price Free - $25.00
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the 14th Annual Happy Jack 5K on Saturday, October 17, 2026, in West Nyack, Rockland, at the beautiful Germonds Park. This family-friendly event celebrates the life of John Thomas Happy Jack Doyle and aims to make a meaningful impact by supporting The Happy Jack Fund, which provides scholarships to high school students who have lost a sibling and assists families coping with the loss of a child.
The race features an officially timed out-and-back course, ensuring a fun and safe experience for all participants. The course is clearly marked and managed by the Clarkstown Police Department, making it accessible for both runners and walkers. In addition to the main 5K event, a kids fun run will also take place, encouraging younger participants to get involved. Early registration is recommended, as the first 200 registrants will receive exclusive race shirts, and every participant will earn a participation medal. Gather your friends and family to form a team—trophies will be awarded to the top five teams with the most registrations. Don't miss this opportunity to honor Jack's legacy while supporting a worthy cause. We can't wait to see you at the finish line!
The race features an officially timed out-and-back course, ensuring a fun and safe experience for all participants. The course is clearly marked and managed by the Clarkstown Police Department, making it accessible for both runners and walkers. In addition to the main 5K event, a kids fun run will also take place, encouraging younger participants to get involved. Early registration is recommended, as the first 200 registrants will receive exclusive race shirts, and every participant will earn a participation medal. Gather your friends and family to form a team—trophies will be awarded to the top five teams with the most registrations. Don't miss this opportunity to honor Jack's legacy while supporting a worthy cause. We can't wait to see you at the finish line!
Organiser's Description
The Happy Jack 5K is an annual, family-friendly walk/run honoring the life of our son, John Thomas Happy Jack Doyle. All proceeds benefit The Happy Jack Fund, which provides annual scholarships to high school students who have lost a sibling, while also supporting families navigating the loss of a child.
The race takes place in West Nyack, NY, and is an officially timed, out-and-back course beginning and ending at Germonds Park. Traffic along the course is safely managed by the Clarkstown Police Department. Prior to the main event, we also host a kids fun run open to all ages.
Registration is now open, and we encourage everyone to sign up as soon as possible. Race shirts are guaranteed to the first 200 registered participants in the main event (kids race participants will not receive a shirt). All participantsboth kids and adultswill receive a participation medal.
We also encourage participants to form teams. The top five teams with the most registrations will be awarded trophies. If you need assistance setting up a team, please contact us at racecommittee@happyjackfund.org.
We are excited to return for our 14th Annual Race and are incredibly grateful for the continued support over the years. If you have any questions, please dont hesitate to reach out.
Thank you, and we look forward to seeing you at the finish line.
Sincerely,
The Happy Jack Race Committee
DESCRIPTION
Join The Happy Jack Fund at our 13th Annual Happy Jack 5K on October 17, 2026, at Germonds Park West Nyack, NY
THE COURSE
This is an out and back style race starting in the parking lot of Germonds Park in West Nyack, NY, exit left out of the park and follow Germonds road to the end making another left hand turn until you make a right turn onto Lyncrest Avenue. Follow Lyncrest to the end making a right onto Shetland Drive, taking that to the end and make a right onto Teakwood Lane (turns into Stratford Place). Take that to the end and make a right onto Jolen Drive and then a left onto Whitewood Drive. This will take you back out to Germonds Road where you turn left and then a quick right and follow it back to the park where the finish line is located.
Walkers will follow the same route (behind the runners) and once on Lyncrest you make a right onto Jolen Drive and then a right onto Whitewood Drive.
The race course is clearly marked with signs and will also have our volunteers there to direct and support you.
EVENT SHIRTS
Event shirts will be given out to the first 200 participants who register. Sizes are not guaranteed and will be given out as supplies last. Race bib and shirt pick up will be held on Friday October 16, 2026, at District 96 in New City and will also be available on race day stating at 7:30am.
RESULTS AND AWARDS
Awards will be given to the top Female & Male overall winners as well as the top 5 Teams with the best with the most registered runner/walkers in main race.
Age group awards in the race will be awarded to the top 3 female and male in each of the following age groups; 9-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59 and 60+.
PARKING AND BATHROOMS
All participants and spectators can park in the lower parking lot of Germonds Park. Do not park in the coned area and/or near the stage. Bathrooms are located on the West side of the parking lot.
COVID SAFETY
All participants are required to sign the waiver upon signing up. You may not attend the event if you have experienced symptoms of COVID-19 or tested positive in the fourteen (14) days prior to the event. Should you test positive in the fourteen (14) days after the event you must notify The Happy Jack Fund at racecommittee@happyjackfund.org so that we may notify staff and participants as necessary.
RACE CONTACT INFO
If you have any questions about this event, please contact us at racecommittee@happyjackfund.org
RACE PROCEEDS
All proceeds from this event will be used towards The Happy Jack Annual Scholarships as well as supporting Families within our community who need the support of The Happy Jack Fund.
"Thank you for helping us share Jack's smile with someone who really needs it"
The race takes place in West Nyack, NY, and is an officially timed, out-and-back course beginning and ending at Germonds Park. Traffic along the course is safely managed by the Clarkstown Police Department. Prior to the main event, we also host a kids fun run open to all ages.
Registration is now open, and we encourage everyone to sign up as soon as possible. Race shirts are guaranteed to the first 200 registered participants in the main event (kids race participants will not receive a shirt). All participantsboth kids and adultswill receive a participation medal.
We also encourage participants to form teams. The top five teams with the most registrations will be awarded trophies. If you need assistance setting up a team, please contact us at racecommittee@happyjackfund.org.
We are excited to return for our 14th Annual Race and are incredibly grateful for the continued support over the years. If you have any questions, please dont hesitate to reach out.
Thank you, and we look forward to seeing you at the finish line.
Sincerely,
The Happy Jack Race Committee
DESCRIPTION
Join The Happy Jack Fund at our 13th Annual Happy Jack 5K on October 17, 2026, at Germonds Park West Nyack, NY
THE COURSE
This is an out and back style race starting in the parking lot of Germonds Park in West Nyack, NY, exit left out of the park and follow Germonds road to the end making another left hand turn until you make a right turn onto Lyncrest Avenue. Follow Lyncrest to the end making a right onto Shetland Drive, taking that to the end and make a right onto Teakwood Lane (turns into Stratford Place). Take that to the end and make a right onto Jolen Drive and then a left onto Whitewood Drive. This will take you back out to Germonds Road where you turn left and then a quick right and follow it back to the park where the finish line is located.
Walkers will follow the same route (behind the runners) and once on Lyncrest you make a right onto Jolen Drive and then a right onto Whitewood Drive.
The race course is clearly marked with signs and will also have our volunteers there to direct and support you.
EVENT SHIRTS
Event shirts will be given out to the first 200 participants who register. Sizes are not guaranteed and will be given out as supplies last. Race bib and shirt pick up will be held on Friday October 16, 2026, at District 96 in New City and will also be available on race day stating at 7:30am.
RESULTS AND AWARDS
Awards will be given to the top Female & Male overall winners as well as the top 5 Teams with the best with the most registered runner/walkers in main race.
Age group awards in the race will be awarded to the top 3 female and male in each of the following age groups; 9-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59 and 60+.
PARKING AND BATHROOMS
All participants and spectators can park in the lower parking lot of Germonds Park. Do not park in the coned area and/or near the stage. Bathrooms are located on the West side of the parking lot.
COVID SAFETY
All participants are required to sign the waiver upon signing up. You may not attend the event if you have experienced symptoms of COVID-19 or tested positive in the fourteen (14) days prior to the event. Should you test positive in the fourteen (14) days after the event you must notify The Happy Jack Fund at racecommittee@happyjackfund.org so that we may notify staff and participants as necessary.
RACE CONTACT INFO
If you have any questions about this event, please contact us at racecommittee@happyjackfund.org
RACE PROCEEDS
All proceeds from this event will be used towards The Happy Jack Annual Scholarships as well as supporting Families within our community who need the support of The Happy Jack Fund.
"Thank you for helping us share Jack's smile with someone who really needs it"
Races
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14th Annual Happy Jack 5k
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 17th October 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$25.00
The Happy Jack 5K is held in honor of John Thomas Happy Jack Doyle and takes place each year on or around what would have been his birthday. All proceeds benefit The Happy Jack Fund, which supports families who have experienced the loss of a child by awarding merit-based academic scholarships to siblings pursuing higher education. The race is held in West Nyack, NY, and features an officially timed, out-and-back course beginning and ending at Germonds Park. Traffic control is provided by the Clarkstown Police Department to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all participants. -
14th Annual Happy Jack 5k Virtual Race
Incl. T-Shirt
$25.00
Cant make the race in person? Join us virtually! Well make sure your race shirt gets to you so you can celebrate race day with us and share your experience on social media. Please note: shirts are guaranteed to the first 200 registered participants. The Happy Jack 5K is held in honor of John Thomas Happy Jack Doyle and takes place each year on or around what would have been his birthday. All proceeds benefit The Happy Jack Fund, which supports families who have experienced the loss of a child by awarding merit-based academic scholarships to siblings pursuing higher education. The race is held in West Nyack, NY, and features an officially timed, out-and-back course beginning and ending at Germonds Park. Traffic control is provided by the Clarkstown Police Department to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all participants. -
Happy Jack Kids Fun Run
Sat 17th October 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
Free
The Happy Jack Kids Fun Run is a quarter mile non timed race for kids of all ages. All participants will receive a participation medal. This is event is held immediately prior to the official 5K/Family Fun Run/Walk.
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