Lacey 5K
- Date Sat 23rd August 2025
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Forked River, New Jersey
- Price $11.60 - $32.80
- Races 7 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for the exciting Lacey 5K, taking place on Saturday, August 23, 2025, at Gille Park in Forked River, Ocean! This vibrant event promises a fun-filled day for runners of all ages, featuring a scenic, flat USATF certified 5K course along with a 1-mile race and a Kiddie Dash for the little ones aged 2-11. Participants can enjoy the thrill of competition while supporting vital community initiatives, as proceeds benefit substance abuse prevention, the Recreation Department, and the Lacey Food Bank.
With entry fees starting at just $30 for the 5K and special rates for students and children, there's an option for everyone. Pre-registered participants will receive custom-designed performance tech shirts while supplies last, and the event will feature exciting awards for the top finishers in various age categories as well as a post-race BBQ sponsored by Applebee's. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to make a difference while enjoying a day of fitness and community spirit!
With entry fees starting at just $30 for the 5K and special rates for students and children, there's an option for everyone. Pre-registered participants will receive custom-designed performance tech shirts while supplies last, and the event will feature exciting awards for the top finishers in various age categories as well as a post-race BBQ sponsored by Applebee's. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to make a difference while enjoying a day of fitness and community spirit!
Organiser's Description
LACEY 5K
www.lacey5K.com
Saturday, August 24, 2024
At Gille Park, Manchester Ave., Forked River
Proceeds Benefit Substance Abuse Prevention, the Recreation Dept., and the Lacey Food Bank
Entry Fees: 5K - $30 Pre-registered by Aug. 5th; $35 after (non-refundable)
Students 18 and under - $23 Pre- registered by Aug. 5th; $30 after
USATF Members 5K - $25 Pre-registered by August 5th only
1 Mile - $20 Pre-registered by Aug. 5th: $25 after and day of race; Students 12 and under $15 Pre-registered by Aug 5th; $20 after and day of race
Kiddie Dash - $10 Ages 2-11 (Each participant receives a medal, italian ice and Happy Meal coupon)
BUNDLE OPTIONS:
5K + 1 MILE - $30 BY AUG 5TH, $35 AFTER; STUDENTS $18 AND UNDER, $23 BEFORE AUG 5TH, $30 AFTER
5K + KIDDIE DASH (UNDER AGE 11) - $23 BY AUG 5TH, $30 AFTER
1M + KIDDIE DASH (UNDER 11) - $15 BY AUG 5TH; $20 AFTER
5K + 1M + KIDDIE DASH (UNDER 11) - $23 BY AUG 5TH, $30 AFTER
Early Packet Pick-up & Post Registration: Fri., Aug.23rd at the Recreation building, 10am to 7pm. Race day registration beginning at 7am
Awards: Overall top three Male and Female (No Duplicates)
Awards: Top three M/F 12 and under, 13-15, 16-19 and 5 year age groups (thru 80+); Top Lacey Resident M/F;
Mayors Trophy and Team Challenge
Course: Flat USATF certified 5K course thru award-winning, scenic Gillie Park
Amenities: Custom designed performance Tech shirts guaranteed (adult sizes only) to pre-registrants
while supplies last, ChronoTrack Timing Technology by Elite Racing Systems,
multiple water stops, clocks at mile 1 & 2, prize drawings and Post-Race BBQ sponsored by Applebee's
Directions: Garden State Parkway to exit 74 (Forked River). Turn right on Lacey Rd., take jug handle just
before traffic light (2nd light from GSP north bound or 3rd light from GSP south bound) onto
Manchester Ave. Gille Park will be on the left. Use the second entrance into the park.
www.lacey5K.com
Saturday, August 24, 2024
At Gille Park, Manchester Ave., Forked River
Proceeds Benefit Substance Abuse Prevention, the Recreation Dept., and the Lacey Food Bank
Entry Fees: 5K - $30 Pre-registered by Aug. 5th; $35 after (non-refundable)
Students 18 and under - $23 Pre- registered by Aug. 5th; $30 after
USATF Members 5K - $25 Pre-registered by August 5th only
1 Mile - $20 Pre-registered by Aug. 5th: $25 after and day of race; Students 12 and under $15 Pre-registered by Aug 5th; $20 after and day of race
Kiddie Dash - $10 Ages 2-11 (Each participant receives a medal, italian ice and Happy Meal coupon)
BUNDLE OPTIONS:
5K + 1 MILE - $30 BY AUG 5TH, $35 AFTER; STUDENTS $18 AND UNDER, $23 BEFORE AUG 5TH, $30 AFTER
5K + KIDDIE DASH (UNDER AGE 11) - $23 BY AUG 5TH, $30 AFTER
1M + KIDDIE DASH (UNDER 11) - $15 BY AUG 5TH; $20 AFTER
5K + 1M + KIDDIE DASH (UNDER 11) - $23 BY AUG 5TH, $30 AFTER
Early Packet Pick-up & Post Registration: Fri., Aug.23rd at the Recreation building, 10am to 7pm. Race day registration beginning at 7am
Awards: Overall top three Male and Female (No Duplicates)
Awards: Top three M/F 12 and under, 13-15, 16-19 and 5 year age groups (thru 80+); Top Lacey Resident M/F;
Mayors Trophy and Team Challenge
Course: Flat USATF certified 5K course thru award-winning, scenic Gillie Park
Amenities: Custom designed performance Tech shirts guaranteed (adult sizes only) to pre-registrants
while supplies last, ChronoTrack Timing Technology by Elite Racing Systems,
multiple water stops, clocks at mile 1 & 2, prize drawings and Post-Race BBQ sponsored by Applebee's
Directions: Garden State Parkway to exit 74 (Forked River). Turn right on Lacey Rd., take jug handle just
before traffic light (2nd light from GSP north bound or 3rd light from GSP south bound) onto
Manchester Ave. Gille Park will be on the left. Use the second entrance into the park.
Races
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5k
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T Shirt
Sat 23rd August 2025 (8:30AM EDT)
$32.80
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1 Mile
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T Shirt
Sat 23rd August 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$22.20
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Kiddie Dash
Incl. $1.60 Fee & T Shirt
Sat 23rd August 2025 (9:30AM EDT)
$11.60
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5K + 1M : 2 in 1 Special
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T Shirt
Sat 23rd August 2025 (8:30AM EDT)
$32.80
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5K + Kiddie Dash : 2 in 1 Special
Incl. $2.38 Fee & T Shirt
Sat 23rd August 2025 (8:30AM EDT)
$25.38
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1M + Kiddie Dash : 2 in 1 Special
Incl. $1.90 Fee & T Shirt
Sat 23rd August 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$16.90
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5K + 1M + Kiddie Dash : 3 in 1 Special
Incl. $2.38 Fee & T Shirt
Sat 23rd August 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$25.38
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