Code 5k: Answering the Call
- Date Sun 17th May 2026
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location Mountainside, New Jersey
- Price $22.20 - $38.10
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for an exciting day of fitness and community spirit at the Code 5k: Answering the Call on Sunday, May 17, 2026, in the beautiful Mountainside, Union. This annual fundraiser for the Mountainside Rescue Squad invites participants of all ages to run or walk in support of essential emergency medical services. Choose from a timed 5k Run or a 5k Walk, both of which offer participants a stylish shirt if registered by April 1st. For the little ones, we have a Kids Fun Run kicking off at 8:30 AM—where fun is guaranteed, even without a shirt!
Starting and finishing at the Mountainside Rescue Squad building, located at 1399 Route 22 East, Mountainside, NJ, this event promises a vibrant atmosphere filled with camaraderie and purpose. Remember, parking is limited, so arrive early and consider utilizing nearby locations like the Mountainside Community Pool or Library. Lace up your running shoes and be part of this incredible community event that not only promotes health and fitness but also supports our dedicated volunteer EMTs!
Starting and finishing at the Mountainside Rescue Squad building, located at 1399 Route 22 East, Mountainside, NJ, this event promises a vibrant atmosphere filled with camaraderie and purpose. Remember, parking is limited, so arrive early and consider utilizing nearby locations like the Mountainside Community Pool or Library. Lace up your running shoes and be part of this incredible community event that not only promotes health and fitness but also supports our dedicated volunteer EMTs!
Organiser's Description
Run or walk in the Mountainside Rescue Squad's annual 5k fundraiser!
We have three registrations:
* 5k Run which will be timed and you will receive a shirt if you register before April 1st
* 5k Walk which will not be timed but you still receive a bib and shirt if you register before April 1st
* Kids fun run that starts at 8:30am - shirts are not available
We will be starting/finishing at our squad building located at 1399 Route 22 East, Mountainside NJ 07092. All proceeds will go towards the Mountainside Rescue Squad in our endeavor to provide the best prehospital emergency medical services possible.
Parking is limited!! Please arrive early and consider parking in the Mountainside Community Pool or the Mountainside Library and use the footbridge to cross Route 22.
The Mountainside Rescue Squad is a 501(c)3 charitable organization staffed by 100% volunteer EMTs dedicated to providing high-quality emergency medical services to the Borough of Mountainside and surrounding communities.
Any questions please email [email protected]
5k Route Map [https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6414969022/]
We have three registrations:
* 5k Run which will be timed and you will receive a shirt if you register before April 1st
* 5k Walk which will not be timed but you still receive a bib and shirt if you register before April 1st
* Kids fun run that starts at 8:30am - shirts are not available
We will be starting/finishing at our squad building located at 1399 Route 22 East, Mountainside NJ 07092. All proceeds will go towards the Mountainside Rescue Squad in our endeavor to provide the best prehospital emergency medical services possible.
Parking is limited!! Please arrive early and consider parking in the Mountainside Community Pool or the Mountainside Library and use the footbridge to cross Route 22.
The Mountainside Rescue Squad is a 501(c)3 charitable organization staffed by 100% volunteer EMTs dedicated to providing high-quality emergency medical services to the Borough of Mountainside and surrounding communities.
Any questions please email [email protected]
5k Route Map [https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6414969022/]
Races
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Code 5k: Answering the Call - 5k Run
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 17th May 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$38.10
OPENS 02 MAR 26 -
Code 5k: Answering the Call - 5k Walk
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 17th May 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$32.80
OPENS 04 MAR 26Participants will not be timed -
Code 5k: Answering the Call - Kids Fun Run
Incl. $2.20 Fee
Sun 17th May 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$22.20
OPENS 04 MAR 26Kids 12 and under
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