Cerebral Palsy Awareness 5K
- Date Sun 11th October 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Hamilton, New Jersey
- Price $11.60 - $38.10
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the inaugural Cerebral Palsy Awareness 5K happening on Sunday, October 11, 2026, at the picturesque Veteran's Park in Hamilton Township, Mercer County, NJ. This exciting race is a USATF sanctioned event and part of the 2026 Grand Prix Race Series, promising a day filled with community spirit and purpose. Participants will have the opportunity to run or walk a scenic 5K course while supporting Strides 4 Gianluca, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to raising awareness and funding for cerebral palsy research and support.
Join us for this family-friendly event beginning at 9:00 AM, where medals will be awarded to the top finishers in various categories. Don’t miss your chance to contribute to a meaningful cause while enjoying the camaraderie of fellow participants. Early registration is available at a special rate, but be sure to sign up before September 26 to guarantee your event t-shirt! Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a casual walker, this is the perfect way to make a difference while celebrating World Cerebral Palsy Awareness Day. If you can’t attend in person, consider registering for the virtual 5K option and participate at
Join us for this family-friendly event beginning at 9:00 AM, where medals will be awarded to the top finishers in various categories. Don’t miss your chance to contribute to a meaningful cause while enjoying the camaraderie of fellow participants. Early registration is available at a special rate, but be sure to sign up before September 26 to guarantee your event t-shirt! Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a casual walker, this is the perfect way to make a difference while celebrating World Cerebral Palsy Awareness Day. If you can’t attend in person, consider registering for the virtual 5K option and participate at
Organiser's Description
THIS RACE IS A USATF SANCTIONED EVENT AND PART OF THE 2026 GRAND PRIX RACE SERIES!
LOCATION
Veteran's Park
2206 Kuser Rd Hamilton Township, NJ US 08690
DESCRIPTION
STRIDES 4 GIANLUCA IS AN OFFICIAL 501C3 NONPROFIT
Join us on Sunday October 11, 2026 for our 1st annual Cerebral Palsy Awareness 5K. This year's race will take place at Veteran's Park located at 2206 Kuser Rd. Hamilton Township, NJ 08690. Proceeds from the race benefit Strides 4 Gianluca. [https://strides4gianluca.com/]They are dedicated to create an impact for those affected by cerebral palsy. Their mission is to help create awareness while also helping support CP research organizations, families affected by CP, and other various projects. This race will be held in honor of World Cerebral Palsy awareness day which is on October 6th.
Run or walk a 5K through beautiful Veteran's Park. Medals will be awarded to the Overall Top Female & Male Finishers and 1st, 2nd, and 3rd female and male finishers of each age group. Come out to support a great cause at this fun family event!
* Participant t-shirts cannot be guaranteed if registered after 9/26/2026.
* Distribution will be at the 5K location only on race day. T-shirts will not be mailed.
* Registration fee: $35 early bird till May 26th. Price increase to $40 from May 27- Sept 7th. Price increase $45 from Sept 8th- October 10th
* The 5K begins at 9:00 AM.
* RUN IS RAIN OR SHINE, AND ONLY IN THE EVENT OF EMERGENCY WEATHER THE RUN WILL BE CANCELLED.
* Strollers are welcome but must line up at the back of the start.
* See course map here [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1g7RLfsSwYIjjTUhE5-yYWiTL1-y-3yDh/view?usp=sharing]
CANT MAKE IT OUT IN PERSON? REGISTERED FOR ANOTHER 5K THE SAME DAY? HERE ARE SOME OTHER OPTIONS:
* Register for our virtual 5K run/walk. Wear your best green shirt and run or walk anytime from when registration opens to end of October to help create awareness. Please tag us on social media and well gladly share your achievement. Our virtual option does not come with our 5K shirt option and times do not count towards the official in person 5K.
* Not a runner? Simply donate to show your support or volunteer at our 5K event! Contact our race director if youre interested.
LOCATION
Veteran's Park
2206 Kuser Rd Hamilton Township, NJ US 08690
DESCRIPTION
STRIDES 4 GIANLUCA IS AN OFFICIAL 501C3 NONPROFIT
Join us on Sunday October 11, 2026 for our 1st annual Cerebral Palsy Awareness 5K. This year's race will take place at Veteran's Park located at 2206 Kuser Rd. Hamilton Township, NJ 08690. Proceeds from the race benefit Strides 4 Gianluca. [https://strides4gianluca.com/]They are dedicated to create an impact for those affected by cerebral palsy. Their mission is to help create awareness while also helping support CP research organizations, families affected by CP, and other various projects. This race will be held in honor of World Cerebral Palsy awareness day which is on October 6th.
Run or walk a 5K through beautiful Veteran's Park. Medals will be awarded to the Overall Top Female & Male Finishers and 1st, 2nd, and 3rd female and male finishers of each age group. Come out to support a great cause at this fun family event!
* Participant t-shirts cannot be guaranteed if registered after 9/26/2026.
* Distribution will be at the 5K location only on race day. T-shirts will not be mailed.
* Registration fee: $35 early bird till May 26th. Price increase to $40 from May 27- Sept 7th. Price increase $45 from Sept 8th- October 10th
* The 5K begins at 9:00 AM.
* RUN IS RAIN OR SHINE, AND ONLY IN THE EVENT OF EMERGENCY WEATHER THE RUN WILL BE CANCELLED.
* Strollers are welcome but must line up at the back of the start.
* See course map here [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1g7RLfsSwYIjjTUhE5-yYWiTL1-y-3yDh/view?usp=sharing]
CANT MAKE IT OUT IN PERSON? REGISTERED FOR ANOTHER 5K THE SAME DAY? HERE ARE SOME OTHER OPTIONS:
* Register for our virtual 5K run/walk. Wear your best green shirt and run or walk anytime from when registration opens to end of October to help create awareness. Please tag us on social media and well gladly share your achievement. Our virtual option does not come with our 5K shirt option and times do not count towards the official in person 5K.
* Not a runner? Simply donate to show your support or volunteer at our 5K event! Contact our race director if youre interested.
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