HPEF Back-to-School 5K
- Date Sun 27th September 2026
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location Hoboken, New Jersey
- Price $13.25 - $81.00
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of fitness and fun at the HPEF Back-to-School Community Run on Sunday, September 27, 2026, in the vibrant city of Hoboken, Hudson! This fantastic event features a variety of race distances to suit participants of all ages and abilities, including a 5K, a 1 Mile Run/Walk, and a delightful Kids Fun Run. The day's festivities kick off with the Kids Fun Run, a 100-meter dash designed for children aged 2 and up, ensuring that everyone can join in on the fun. Following that, the 1-mile run/walk/stroll is perfect for families looking to enjoy a leisurely outing together, while the USATF-certified 5K offers a competitive challenge for more seasoned runners.
Not only will participants enjoy a day of health and camaraderie, but they'll also be supporting a great cause, as all proceeds will benefit the Hoboken Public School District. Make sure to register by August 15th to guarantee your race shirt, and look forward to awards for overall winners and each age group. Join the community in celebrating education and fitness while fostering local school spirit—mark your calendars for this unmissable event!
Not only will participants enjoy a day of health and camaraderie, but they'll also be supporting a great cause, as all proceeds will benefit the Hoboken Public School District. Make sure to register by August 15th to guarantee your race shirt, and look forward to awards for overall winners and each age group. Join the community in celebrating education and fitness while fostering local school spirit—mark your calendars for this unmissable event!
Organiser's Description
The Hoboken Public Education Foundation (HPEF) Back-to-School Community Run, including a 5K, 1 Mile Run/Walk, and Kids Fun Run will be held on Sunday, September 27, 2026.
This incredible community event will start with a Kids Fun Run, a 100 meter run open to children age 2 and up, followed by a 1-mile run/walk/stroll open to all, and then a timed, USATF-certified 5K. All event proceeds will benefit the Hoboken Public School District. All registrants prior to August 15th will be guaranteed a race shirt (we will make reasonable efforts to accommodate all entries up to race day). Awards will be given for overall winners and each age group.
HPEF is a parent-led 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to elevate and enhance the public education experience through private funding. We fund innovative and meaningful programs to strengthen and enrich the academic and co-curricular offerings of the Hoboken Public School District, and we encourage the involvement of parents, community members and local businesses to generate a spirit of local enthusiasm for our individual schools and our district as a whole. To learn more about HPEF funded initiatives, visit www.hobokenpef.org [https://www.hobokenpef.org].
This incredible community event will start with a Kids Fun Run, a 100 meter run open to children age 2 and up, followed by a 1-mile run/walk/stroll open to all, and then a timed, USATF-certified 5K. All event proceeds will benefit the Hoboken Public School District. All registrants prior to August 15th will be guaranteed a race shirt (we will make reasonable efforts to accommodate all entries up to race day). Awards will be given for overall winners and each age group.
HPEF is a parent-led 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to elevate and enhance the public education experience through private funding. We fund innovative and meaningful programs to strengthen and enrich the academic and co-curricular offerings of the Hoboken Public School District, and we encourage the involvement of parents, community members and local businesses to generate a spirit of local enthusiasm for our individual schools and our district as a whole. To learn more about HPEF funded initiatives, visit www.hobokenpef.org [https://www.hobokenpef.org].
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.75 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 27th September 2026 (10:00AM EDT)
$47.75
CLOSEDRegistration includes a race t-shirt and race bib. -
5k Vip
Incl. $6.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 27th September 2026 (10:00AM EDT)
$81.00
CLOSEDRegistration includes a race t-shirt, race bib, opportunity to win giveaways, and additional donation to Hoboken Public Education Foundation -
1 Mile Run/Walk
Incl. $3.25 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 27th September 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$23.25
CLOSED1 Mile fun run/walk/stroll along Sinatra Drive starting at Pier A. Fun for ALL ages! Kids & adults are welcome. Registration includes a race t-shirt and race bib. -
Kids Fun Run
Incl. $3.25 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 27th September 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$13.25
CLOSEDKids Fun Run, approximately 100 meters across Pier A. Open to children age 2 and older. An adult must be present at all times with registered children. This is not a drop-off event. Ages 2 and 3: child runs with parent Ages 4 and 5: optional parent-guided run Ages 6 and up: child runs independently (if able) Recommended for kids 10 and under. Registration includes a race t-shirt and race bib.
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