Fairton 5K Run & The "Mikey" Mile Walk & Bikes for Bellies
- Date Sat 9th November 2024
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Fairton, New Jersey
- Price $15.00 - $25.00
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the exhilarating 4th Annual Fairton 5K Run and the "Mikey" Mile Walk & Bikes for Bellies, taking place on Saturday, November 9, 2024, in the scenic Fairfield Township, Cumberland. This family-friendly event features a challenging 5K race covering 3.5 miles, as well as a delightful 1-mile walk, perfect for participants of all ages. Runners will enjoy a new course that winds past the picturesque Clark's Pond, with opportunities for prizes and medals for the top three finishers.
Join in the spirit of community and support as participants are encouraged to dress patriotically to honor our military, with special gifts for veterans and active military members. Following the race, stick around for the Fairfield Township Community Day from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM, filled with fun activities including a petting zoo, food trucks, games, and live music. This event not only promotes fitness and fun but also supports important causes like the Wounded Warrior Project and the Prune Belly Network. Don't miss out on this wonderful day of community, charity, and celebration!
Join in the spirit of community and support as participants are encouraged to dress patriotically to honor our military, with special gifts for veterans and active military members. Following the race, stick around for the Fairfield Township Community Day from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM, filled with fun activities including a petting zoo, food trucks, games, and live music. This event not only promotes fitness and fun but also supports important causes like the Wounded Warrior Project and the Prune Belly Network. Don't miss out on this wonderful day of community, charity, and celebration!
Organiser's Description
Join us for the 4th Annual Fairton 5k Run! You will be running 3.5 miles through Fairfield Township between the Fairfield Township Municipal Building and Fairton Christian Center. This event will also feature the 1 Mile "Mikey" Walk and Bikes for Bellies. Participants will receive a T-shirt and a medal. 5K Race Only: Top 3 overall finishers will receive a prize and medal. Walkers are welcome to bring strollers and pets. This is Veterans Day Weekend. Dress patriotic to support our military! Veterans and active military will receive a free gift. This year we changed the course so runners will enjoy passing by Fairton's scenic Clark's Pond. Proceeds from this event will support the Wounded Warrior Project and the Prune Belly Network. "Mikey" is a local resident who has Prune Belly Syndrome. Come out to support Mikey and this great charity. You are also welcome to make an online donation by going to www.fairton.org - select donate, select amount, note/memo - Fairton 5K Run. All ages are welcome. Children under 18 years old must be accompanied by an adult.
RACE DAY INFORMATION:
Check-in opens: 8:15 am
5K starts: 9:00 am
Walkers & Bikes: 9:15 am
Online registration will stay open until the start of the 5K, so you can register online at home and check in at the race for your bib number. On-site registration is also done online via QR code scanned with your phone.
COURSE:
5K & Bikes for Bellies: Fairton-Gouldtown Rd to Clarks Pond Rd (Turn Right), Clarks Pond Rd to Fairton-Millville Rd (Turn Right), Fairton-Millville Rd to Fairton Christian Center (Turn Around Point), Fairton-Millville Rd to Clarks Pond Rd (Turn Left), Clarks Pond Rd to Fairton-Gouldtown Rd (Turn Left), Fairton-Gouldtown Rd to Fairfield Twp Municipal Building (Finish).
1 Mile Walk: Fairton-Gouldtown Rd to Clarks Pond Rd (Turn Around Point), Return to Fairfield Twp Municipal Building
FAIRFIELD TOWNSHIP COMMUNITY DAY:
Immediately following the race, you are invited to stay for the Fairfield Township Community Day from 10:00am-1:00pm. Bring your entire family for a fun-filled day. This community day will include family fun activities centered around promoting healthy households. The event will feature a petting zoo, vendors, food trucks, face painting, games, music, DJ, and more! Fairfield Twp: http://fairfieldtownshipnj.org/
POWERED BY SECOND CAPITAL RUNNING [https://www.secondcapitalrunning.com/]
RACE DAY INFORMATION:
Check-in opens: 8:15 am
5K starts: 9:00 am
Walkers & Bikes: 9:15 am
Online registration will stay open until the start of the 5K, so you can register online at home and check in at the race for your bib number. On-site registration is also done online via QR code scanned with your phone.
COURSE:
5K & Bikes for Bellies: Fairton-Gouldtown Rd to Clarks Pond Rd (Turn Right), Clarks Pond Rd to Fairton-Millville Rd (Turn Right), Fairton-Millville Rd to Fairton Christian Center (Turn Around Point), Fairton-Millville Rd to Clarks Pond Rd (Turn Left), Clarks Pond Rd to Fairton-Gouldtown Rd (Turn Left), Fairton-Gouldtown Rd to Fairfield Twp Municipal Building (Finish).
1 Mile Walk: Fairton-Gouldtown Rd to Clarks Pond Rd (Turn Around Point), Return to Fairfield Twp Municipal Building
FAIRFIELD TOWNSHIP COMMUNITY DAY:
Immediately following the race, you are invited to stay for the Fairfield Township Community Day from 10:00am-1:00pm. Bring your entire family for a fun-filled day. This community day will include family fun activities centered around promoting healthy households. The event will feature a petting zoo, vendors, food trucks, face painting, games, music, DJ, and more! Fairfield Twp: http://fairfieldtownshipnj.org/
POWERED BY SECOND CAPITAL RUNNING [https://www.secondcapitalrunning.com/]
Races
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Fairton 5K Run
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 9th November 2024 (9:00AM EST)
$25.00
CLOSED -
The 1 Mile "Mikey" Walk
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 9th November 2024 (9:15AM EST)
$15.00
CLOSED -
Bikes for Bellies
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 9th November 2024 (9:15AM EST)
$15.00
CLOSED
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