Kiwimbi 5k/10k Run-Walk
LC
From Lisa Connell
- Date Sun 17th May 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Bridgewater, New Jersey
- Price $27.50 - $43.40
- Races 4 races
- Distances 10km, 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable day at the Kiwimbi 5k/10k Run-Walk, happening on Sunday, May 17, 2026, at the scenic Duke Island Park in Bridgewater, Somerset. Organised by the passionate Lisa Connell, this vibrant event invites participants of all ages to join in for a morning filled with fun, fitness, and community spirit. Choose your challenge with a 10K or 5K race, both of which are USATF sanctioned and timed, or opt for a leisurely 45-minute walk. The picturesque, paved course is designed for speed and shaded for comfort, making it the perfect spot to chase personal bests!
As you lace up your running shoes, know that every step taken supports a noble cause—benefiting Kiwimbi International and their mission to create educational opportunities in rural Kenya. Enjoy a lively atmosphere complete with Kenyan treats, refreshing water stations, and upbeat pop music to keep your energy high. With awards for top finishers across multiple age groups and fun prizes, this event is about more than just racing; it’s about coming together for a meaningful purpose. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to make a difference while enjoying a beautiful day outdoors! Be sure
As you lace up your running shoes, know that every step taken supports a noble cause—benefiting Kiwimbi International and their mission to create educational opportunities in rural Kenya. Enjoy a lively atmosphere complete with Kenyan treats, refreshing water stations, and upbeat pop music to keep your energy high. With awards for top finishers across multiple age groups and fun prizes, this event is about more than just racing; it’s about coming together for a meaningful purpose. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to make a difference while enjoying a beautiful day outdoors! Be sure
Organiser's Description
KEN'YA RUN? YES, YOU KEN'YA!
KIWIMBI 10K, 5K RUNS & 45-MINUTE WALK!
_CREATING OPPORTUNITY THROUGH EDUCATION._
BRING YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS AND JOIN US FOR A BEAUTIFUL DAY IN A PICTURESQUE PARK! THE BEAUTIFUL COURSE HAS TONS OF SHADE, MAKING IT A GREAT PLACE TO SET PB'S!
COURSE IS PAVED, FLAT AND FAST!
DATE: SUNDAY MAY 17, 2026
PLACE: DUKE ISLAND PARK, 191 OLD YORK RD, BRIDGEWATER, NJ
REGISTRATION: 8:00 AM
10K RACE: 9:00 AM
5K RACE: 9:00 AM
WALKERS GO OUT IMMEDIATELY AFTER THE RACES BEGIN.
WHY WALK 45 MINUTES? THAT'S THE AVERAGE AMOUNT OF TIME A CHILD IN RURAL KENYA WALKS ONE WAY TO SCHOOL EACH DAY!
PRIZES TO TOP 3 M/F OVERALL FINISHERS
AWARDS TO TOP M/F 1ST PLACE FINISHERS IN THE FOLLOWING AGE GROUPS:
15 & UNDER . 16-19 . 20S . 30S . 40S. 50S . 60S . 70S . 80S . 90+
_All proceeds to benefit Kiwimbi International._ [https://kiwimbi.org]
_**IF YOU WOULD PREFER TO DONATE BY CHECK, PLEASE MAIL YOUR GIFT TO: _
_KIWIMBI INTERNATIONAL, __PO BOX 465 GLADSTONE, NJ 07934_
_RACE REGISTRATIONS CAN ALSO BE PAID BY CHECK. EMAIL INFO@KIWIMBI.ORG FOR ASSISTANCE._
_
WHAT TO EXPECT:_
* _Tons of food featuring Kenyan treats _
* _Plenty of water _
* _Kenyan Pop Music playing all morning long to get you pumped up for the challenge_
* _Water stations along the course, where runners can recharge_
* _10k and 5k USATF sanctioned and timed races - part of the Grand Prix_
* _45 Minute (5k) Fun Walk_
* _Register by April 1 for a guaranteed a t-shirt. _
_THE MEDAL CEREMONY WILL TAKE PLACE AS SOON AS RESULTS ARE TABULATED.
OTHER WAYS TO HELP:
BE AN ENTHUSIASTIC FUNDRAISER - _YOUR FAMILIES AND FRIENDS CAN SUPPORT YOU AND KIWIMBI WITH THEIR CONTRIBUTIONS_
_
_VOLUNTEER - _PROOF OF SERVICE HOURS AVAILABLE
_BE A CHEERLEADER! - _YOUR SIDELINE ENCOURAGEMENT WILL MOTIVATE THE RUNNERS
Sponsorships are available at the bottom of the Race website. If you have a business that would like to partner with us, sign up to be a sponsor or send an email to info@kiwimbi.org.
_THIS EVENT WILL BE HELD RAIN OR SHINE! _
_NO REFUNDS._
KIWIMBI 10K, 5K RUNS & 45-MINUTE WALK!
_CREATING OPPORTUNITY THROUGH EDUCATION._
BRING YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS AND JOIN US FOR A BEAUTIFUL DAY IN A PICTURESQUE PARK! THE BEAUTIFUL COURSE HAS TONS OF SHADE, MAKING IT A GREAT PLACE TO SET PB'S!
COURSE IS PAVED, FLAT AND FAST!
DATE: SUNDAY MAY 17, 2026
PLACE: DUKE ISLAND PARK, 191 OLD YORK RD, BRIDGEWATER, NJ
REGISTRATION: 8:00 AM
10K RACE: 9:00 AM
5K RACE: 9:00 AM
WALKERS GO OUT IMMEDIATELY AFTER THE RACES BEGIN.
WHY WALK 45 MINUTES? THAT'S THE AVERAGE AMOUNT OF TIME A CHILD IN RURAL KENYA WALKS ONE WAY TO SCHOOL EACH DAY!
PRIZES TO TOP 3 M/F OVERALL FINISHERS
AWARDS TO TOP M/F 1ST PLACE FINISHERS IN THE FOLLOWING AGE GROUPS:
15 & UNDER . 16-19 . 20S . 30S . 40S. 50S . 60S . 70S . 80S . 90+
_All proceeds to benefit Kiwimbi International._ [https://kiwimbi.org]
_**IF YOU WOULD PREFER TO DONATE BY CHECK, PLEASE MAIL YOUR GIFT TO: _
_KIWIMBI INTERNATIONAL, __PO BOX 465 GLADSTONE, NJ 07934_
_RACE REGISTRATIONS CAN ALSO BE PAID BY CHECK. EMAIL INFO@KIWIMBI.ORG FOR ASSISTANCE._
_
WHAT TO EXPECT:_
* _Tons of food featuring Kenyan treats _
* _Plenty of water _
* _Kenyan Pop Music playing all morning long to get you pumped up for the challenge_
* _Water stations along the course, where runners can recharge_
* _10k and 5k USATF sanctioned and timed races - part of the Grand Prix_
* _45 Minute (5k) Fun Walk_
* _Register by April 1 for a guaranteed a t-shirt. _
_THE MEDAL CEREMONY WILL TAKE PLACE AS SOON AS RESULTS ARE TABULATED.
OTHER WAYS TO HELP:
BE AN ENTHUSIASTIC FUNDRAISER - _YOUR FAMILIES AND FRIENDS CAN SUPPORT YOU AND KIWIMBI WITH THEIR CONTRIBUTIONS_
_
_VOLUNTEER - _PROOF OF SERVICE HOURS AVAILABLE
_BE A CHEERLEADER! - _YOUR SIDELINE ENCOURAGEMENT WILL MOTIVATE THE RUNNERS
Sponsorships are available at the bottom of the Race website. If you have a business that would like to partner with us, sign up to be a sponsor or send an email to info@kiwimbi.org.
_THIS EVENT WILL BE HELD RAIN OR SHINE! _
_NO REFUNDS._
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