Hudson County’s Strides for Safety 5k A Run Against Gun Violence

  • Date Sat 20th September 2025
  • Time 6:45AM EDT
  • Location Jersey City, New Jersey
  • Price Free - $10.00
  • Races 3 races
  • Distances 5km

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Event summary

Join us for the 4th Annual Hudson County’s Strides for Safety 5K, a vibrant run dedicated to raising awareness against gun violence on Saturday, September 20, 2025. This exciting event will take place in the beautiful Lincoln Park in Jersey City, Hudson County. Participants can look forward to a USATF-Certified 5K course that invites both runners and walkers to come together for a worthy cause.

The Strides for Safety 5K is more than just a race; it’s a community initiative aimed at fostering peace and collaboration among residents, local organizations, and law enforcement. After the race, attendees can enjoy a lively After Party BBQ featuring an awards ceremony, musical entertainment, family activities, and health vendors offering everything from yoga classes to refreshing smoothies. Don’t miss this opportunity to make a difference and celebrate community spirit! We can't wait to see you there!

Organiser's Description

The Office of the Hudson County Executive invites you to: Save the Date for the 4th Annual Strides for Safety 5K Against Gun Violence!

Hudson County Executive Craig Guy served as a member of the Jersey City Police Department, seeing firsthand the awful impact of gun violence on our community. This initiative is near and dear to his heart, as Craig spent two decades working on a range of philanthropic events for the County before taking elected office.

"Putting an end to gun violence is a community effort, and we must work hand in hand to put an end to these senseless tragedies," said County Executive Guy. "Through partnerships and advocacy from parents, supporters, young people, religious leaders, and law enforcement, we can build and support a County in which all residents can thrive and succeed, free from the fear of gun violence."

The Strides for Safety 5k is the rallying point in Hudson County to raise awareness about what is being done to end gun violence and provide an opportunity for everyone to get involved. More than a single event, the Strides for Safety race is a dynamic platform to support and celebrate community organizations working to build peace and bring out the best of our city.

At this event, we are inviting our Hudson County community to run (or walk) to raise awareness and end gun violence here on our home front and across the U.S.

A USATF-Certified 5k course will once again showcase our beautiful Lincoln Park in Jersey City! Walkers go out immediately after the start of the race. Following the race, we will host runners/walkers and their families at the After Party BBQ, which will include an awards ceremony for our runners, musical entertainment, family activities, local safety community organizations, and health-focused vendors offering yoga classes, smoothies, massages, and more. Lets not forget BBQ eats and refreshments!

Hope to see you there, Saturday, September 20, 2025 - Lincoln Park, Jersey City!

Races

  • 5k

    Incl. T-Shirt

    Sat 20th September 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $10.00

  • Volunteer!

    Incl. T-Shirt

    Sat 20th September 2025 (6:45AM EDT)

    Free

    Thank you for your interest in volunteering for our 5K Run & Walk Race! We truly appreciate your support. Tasks vary from helping out with participants registration/check-in, handling t-shirts to runners, assisting with breakfast, assisting at the aid/water stations, etc. You will be assign a task once you arrive at the race location.
  • Vendor Sign Up

    Sat 20th September 2025 (7:30AM EDT)

    Free

    Thank you for your interest in participating as a vendor in our 5K Run & Walk Race! Please sign up. You will be provided a tent, table and 2 chairs. Please arrive at the race location by 7:30AM for set up.

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Location

1 County Rd 605, Lincoln Park, Jersey City, 07304, NJ, United States

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