Demarest 5K
- Date Sun 17th May 2026
- Time 9:30AM EDT
- Location Demarest, New Jersey
- Price $38.00 - $63.60
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the exciting Demarest 5K on Sunday, May 17, 2026, in the beautiful town of Demarest, Bergen! This cherished community event has been inspiring runners of all ages for years, making it a highlight of the Northern Valley. With a commitment to fitness and fun, the Demarest 5K brings together families, seasoned athletes, and local residents in a day filled with energy and enthusiasm.
Registration opens on February 1, 2026, so mark your calendars! Participants can look forward to a lively atmosphere where children run alongside their families and experienced runners. Following the 5K, everyone is invited to take part in the spirited annual Fun Run, which is open to all. The event also features the Principal's Challenge, a fantastic training program at Demarest elementary schools that helps students from kindergarten to eighth grade build healthy habits and camaraderie. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to connect with your community and celebrate fitness together!
Registration opens on February 1, 2026, so mark your calendars! Participants can look forward to a lively atmosphere where children run alongside their families and experienced runners. Following the 5K, everyone is invited to take part in the spirited annual Fun Run, which is open to all. The event also features the Principal's Challenge, a fantastic training program at Demarest elementary schools that helps students from kindergarten to eighth grade build healthy habits and camaraderie. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to connect with your community and celebrate fitness together!
Organiser's Description
Registration opens February 1, 2026!
The Demarest 5K is a long-standing tradition in the Northern Valley that inspire runners and spectators young and old. At our community event, children run in stride with their families and with seasoned runners from surrounding areas. After the 5K, the annual Fun Run takes place for all to participate in freely!
The Principal's Challange is a gradual training program that is run at each of the Demarest elementary schools leading up to the 5K. Demarest school children (K-8) participate and run weekly with their Principal and coaches to build healthy habits, stamina, and sportsmanship. Lastly, they participate in the 5K event with their community.
The Demarest 5K is a long-standing tradition in the Northern Valley that inspire runners and spectators young and old. At our community event, children run in stride with their families and with seasoned runners from surrounding areas. After the 5K, the annual Fun Run takes place for all to participate in freely!
The Principal's Challange is a gradual training program that is run at each of the Demarest elementary schools leading up to the 5K. Demarest school children (K-8) participate and run weekly with their Principal and coaches to build healthy habits, stamina, and sportsmanship. Lastly, they participate in the 5K event with their community.
Races
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Demarest 5K Only
Incl. $3.00 Fee & 5K T-Shirt
Sun 17th May 2026 (9:30AM EDT)
$38.00
OPENS 01 FEB7:45 - 9:00 AM - Day of Race Registration & Bib Pick-Up 9:00 AM - Announcements, Pre-Race Warm Up, and National Anthem 9:20 AM - 5K Race Start Line Photo 9:30 AM - 5K Race Starts 10:00 AM - Post-Race Refreshments and Live Music 10:30 AM - Hero Fun Run 11:00 AM - Awards Ceremony -
Principal's Challenge (Includes 5K): $60 Per Individual Child, or $130 Family Value Rate (3 - 5 Family Members)
Incl. $3.60 Fee & PC T-Shirt
Sun 17th May 2026 (9:30AM EDT)
$63.60
OPENS 31 JANThe Principal's Challange is a gradual training program that is run at the 3 Demarest schools leading up to the 5K. Demarest school children (K-8) participate and run weekly with their Principal and parent/teacher volunteers to build healthy habits, stamina, and sportsmanship. This entitles children to participate in Principal's Challenge and the 5K. (No other registration is required.) The Family Value Rate of $130 is a great option for 3 - 5 family members. It entitles Demarest school students to participate in the Principal's Challenge and also for adults and children to participate in the 5K. (No other registration is required.) NOTE: To sign up for the Family Value Rate, each registrant must be signed up for the Principal's Challenge Event (even if some family members are only participating in the 5K) and select MULTI-PERSON PRICING.
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County Road School, 130 County Road, Demarest, 07627, NJ, United States
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