Jog for Jude
- Date Sat 18th April 2026
- Time 6:30PM EDT
- Location Dunmore, Pennsylvania
- Price $27.50
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Join us for the twelfth annual Jog for Jude on Saturday, April 18, 2026, in the vibrant community of Dunmore, Lackawanna. This heartwarming event honors the memory of Jude Zayac, who tragically passed away from SIDS in 2014. As the area's only 5K race dedicated to raising awareness and funds for SIDS research, this evening run promises to be an inspiring experience for participants and spectators alike.
The festivities kick off at 6:30 PM at the Dunmore Community Center, featuring a timed 5K run, as well as a fun run/walk for all ages. Participants who register by April 4th will receive a commemorative race T-shirt, and awards will be presented to the top finishers in various age groups, making this not only a fun run but also a competitive event. Whether you’re running for a cause or enjoying a community celebration, Jog for Jude is a fantastic way to support a vital cause while enjoying a lively atmosphere. Don't miss out on this meaningful event—mark your calendars and get ready to make a difference!
The festivities kick off at 6:30 PM at the Dunmore Community Center, featuring a timed 5K run, as well as a fun run/walk for all ages. Participants who register by April 4th will receive a commemorative race T-shirt, and awards will be presented to the top finishers in various age groups, making this not only a fun run but also a competitive event. Whether you’re running for a cause or enjoying a community celebration, Jog for Jude is a fantastic way to support a vital cause while enjoying a lively atmosphere. Don't miss out on this meaningful event—mark your calendars and get ready to make a difference!
Organiser's Description
THE TWELFTH ANNUAL JOG FOR JUDE, HELD IN MEMORY OF JUDE ZAYAC WHO SUDDENLY AND TRAGICALLY PASSED AWAY ON JULY 23RD, 2014 FROM S.I.D.S. (SUDDEN INFANT DEATH SYNDROME), IS THE AREA'S ONLY 5K RACE RAISING AWARENESS AND FUNDS FOR S.I.D.S. RESEARCH.
THIS YEAR'S RACE WILL BE AN EVENING RUN ON SATURDAY, AND THE EVENING'S FESTIVITIES WILL BE CAPPED OFF BY A COMMUNITY CELEBRATION.
RACE DATE: Saturday, April 18 @ 6:30pm
***Participants who sign up on or before April 4th will receive a race T-shirt.
RACE LOCATION: Dunmore Community Center
RACES: Timed 5K Run (map [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2207034?units=km]) or Fun Run/Walk
PACKET PICKUP: You will be able to pick up your race packets on Friday, April 17 from 5-7 at the Dunmore Community Center. If you cannot make it during that time, you will be able to get them on Saturday before the race.
AWARDS: The Overall Male and Female Champions will receive trophies and prizes, along with medals awarded to the top male and female finishers in each of the following age groups: 6-7, 8-9, 10-11, 12-13, 14-16, 17-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+. Additional prizes will be awarded to the top 3 male/female finishers ages 19 and under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, and 60+.
This is a Rain or Shine event! All registrations are final and non-refundable. If, for any reason, you are unable to submit a time for the event, your registration fee will be considered a donation to the charity.
THIS YEAR'S RACE WILL BE AN EVENING RUN ON SATURDAY, AND THE EVENING'S FESTIVITIES WILL BE CAPPED OFF BY A COMMUNITY CELEBRATION.
RACE DATE: Saturday, April 18 @ 6:30pm
***Participants who sign up on or before April 4th will receive a race T-shirt.
RACE LOCATION: Dunmore Community Center
RACES: Timed 5K Run (map [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2207034?units=km]) or Fun Run/Walk
PACKET PICKUP: You will be able to pick up your race packets on Friday, April 17 from 5-7 at the Dunmore Community Center. If you cannot make it during that time, you will be able to get them on Saturday before the race.
AWARDS: The Overall Male and Female Champions will receive trophies and prizes, along with medals awarded to the top male and female finishers in each of the following age groups: 6-7, 8-9, 10-11, 12-13, 14-16, 17-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+. Additional prizes will be awarded to the top 3 male/female finishers ages 19 and under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, and 60+.
This is a Rain or Shine event! All registrations are final and non-refundable. If, for any reason, you are unable to submit a time for the event, your registration fee will be considered a donation to the charity.
Races
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Timed 5K Run
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 18th April 2026 (6:30PM EDT)
$27.50
AGE BASED PRICING (Price will change once child's age is entered) $12 Ages 6 to 13 $8 Ages 5 & Under -
Fun Run/Walk
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 18th April 2026 (6:30PM EDT)
$27.50
AGE BASED PRICING (Price will change once child's age is entered) $12 Ages 6 to 13 $8 Ages 5 & Under
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