Garden State 10 Miler & Cookie Chase 5k
- Date Sun 23rd March 2025
- Time 8:10AM EST
- Location Somerset, New Jersey
- Price $11.00 - $103.00
- Races 6 races
- Distances 5km, 10 Mile, Half Marathon, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of running and community spirit at the Garden State 10 Miler & Cookie Chase 5K, taking place on Sunday, March 23, 2025, in Somerset, New Jersey! This beloved annual event offers participants the chance to challenge themselves with the scenic 10-mile race or enjoy a fun-filled 5K run, perfect for all ages and skill levels. Kicking off with registration at 7 AM, the day will feature the Cookie Chase 5K at 8 AM, followed by the Garden State 10 Miler at 9 AM and a Youth Fun Run to inspire the next generation of runners.
With exciting prizes, including cash awards and age group medals, the event is not only a fantastic opportunity to showcase your running prowess but also supports a great cause, having donated over $35,000 to charitable initiatives since its inception. Join fellow runners for a memorable day filled with competition, camaraderie, and cookies, all while making a positive impact in the community. Don’t miss out on this exhilarating event that combines fitness with philanthropy in the heart of New Jersey!
With exciting prizes, including cash awards and age group medals, the event is not only a fantastic opportunity to showcase your running prowess but also supports a great cause, having donated over $35,000 to charitable initiatives since its inception. Join fellow runners for a memorable day filled with competition, camaraderie, and cookies, all while making a positive impact in the community. Don’t miss out on this exhilarating event that combines fitness with philanthropy in the heart of New Jersey!
Organiser's Description
2025 GARDEN STATE 10
WELCOME TO NJ'S FAVORITE DISTANCE RACE!
2025 GARDEN STATE 10 SCHEDULE
SUNDAY, MARCH 23, 2025
FRIDAY
4PM-8PM: PACKET PICKUP, ROAD RUNNER SPORTS (NORTH BRUNSWICK, NJ)
SATURDAY
10AM-2PM: PACKET PICKUP, ROAD RUNNER SPORTS (NORTH BRUNSWICK, NJ)
SUNDAY
7 REGISTRATION OPENS (PACKET PICKUP, NEW REGISTRATION)
8 COOKIE CHASE 5K PRESENTED BY INSOMNIA COOKIES
9 GARDEN STATE10 MILER
11 YOUTH FUN RUN
10 MILER AWARDS
Prize Money: $150/$100/$75 Top 3 M/F
AG medals: 19 & Under, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+
COOKIE CHASE 5K AWARDS
Prize Money: Top 3 Costumes - $100
AG medals: 19 & Under, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+
YOUTH FUN RUN AWARDS
Finisher medals
EVENT PROCEEDS
The Garden State 10 Miler is a collaborative fund raiser hosted by the Garden State Track Club and the Franklin Township Police Department. SInce its inception in 2017, the event has donated $35,000 to charitable causes. It now provides need-based scholarships to graduating seniors at Franklin High School.
2024 Final Instructions Email [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1UkLWG0AfevOOtv2247zMRtgIJoUgrJzPII8zqf1Dgtc/edit?tab=t.0]
WELCOME TO NJ'S FAVORITE DISTANCE RACE!
2025 GARDEN STATE 10 SCHEDULE
SUNDAY, MARCH 23, 2025
FRIDAY
4PM-8PM: PACKET PICKUP, ROAD RUNNER SPORTS (NORTH BRUNSWICK, NJ)
SATURDAY
10AM-2PM: PACKET PICKUP, ROAD RUNNER SPORTS (NORTH BRUNSWICK, NJ)
SUNDAY
7 REGISTRATION OPENS (PACKET PICKUP, NEW REGISTRATION)
8 COOKIE CHASE 5K PRESENTED BY INSOMNIA COOKIES
9 GARDEN STATE10 MILER
11 YOUTH FUN RUN
10 MILER AWARDS
Prize Money: $150/$100/$75 Top 3 M/F
AG medals: 19 & Under, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+
COOKIE CHASE 5K AWARDS
Prize Money: Top 3 Costumes - $100
AG medals: 19 & Under, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+
YOUTH FUN RUN AWARDS
Finisher medals
EVENT PROCEEDS
The Garden State 10 Miler is a collaborative fund raiser hosted by the Garden State Track Club and the Franklin Township Police Department. SInce its inception in 2017, the event has donated $35,000 to charitable causes. It now provides need-based scholarships to graduating seniors at Franklin High School.
2024 Final Instructions Email [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1UkLWG0AfevOOtv2247zMRtgIJoUgrJzPII8zqf1Dgtc/edit?tab=t.0]
Races
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Cookie Chase 5K
Incl. $1.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 23rd March 2025 (8:45AM EDT)
$36.50
The Garden State 10 5K event begins at 8:45am. -
Garden State 10 Miler
Incl. $1.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 23rd March 2025 (9:30AM EDT)
$51.50
The Garden State 10 Mile event begins at 9:30am -
10 Mile Relay
Incl. $1.95 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 23rd March 2025 (9:30AM EDT)
$66.95
The Garden State 10 Mile Relay begins at 9:30am. Runner 1 will run the first 4 miles where runner 2 will be waiting at the transfer station. Runner 2 will run the last 6 miles. Timing will be calculated based on the finish time of both runners. It will not be individually timed. -
Half Marathon Challenge (10M + 5k)
Incl. $1.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 23rd March 2025 (8:45AM EDT)
$61.80
The Half Marathon Challenge is not a traditional Half Marathon. The Challenge is where you run both the 5K and 10 Mile events. You will start the 5K then return to the 10 mile start line at 9:30am. In order to take the challenge you should be able to complete the 5K in under 30 minutes. The 10 mile race will begin at 9:30am. -
1 Mile Kids Fun Run
Incl. $1.00 Fee
Sun 23rd March 2025 (8:10AM EDT)
$11.00
1 Mile kids fun run in Colonial park for kids ages 5 - 15. Each will receive a bib but this is an untimed event. They will finish at the same finish line as everyone so they can be encouraged and cheered along the way! -
2025 Garden State 10 Miler + 2024 Empire State Half Marathon
Incl. $3.00 Fee
Sun 23rd March 2025 (8:10AM EDT)
$103.00
Garden State 10 Miler & Cookie Chase 5k