Laurel House 5K Walk/Run
- Date Sat 13th June 2026
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location Newark, New York
- Price $6.30 - $27.50
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, Sprint
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of fun and community spirit at the 11th Annual Laurel House 5K Walk/Run, taking place on Saturday, June 13, 2026, in beautiful Newark, Wayne. This year promises to be a memorable experience as participants can compete in either the traditional 5K race or opt for a virtual option if they can't make it in person. The race kicks off at 9:00 AM, starting at Central Park and winding through local streets, with the finish line located near the Alex Eligh Community Center.
The event is not just about running; it's about making a difference! All proceeds benefit the Laurel House Comfort Care Home, making every step count for a great cause. Registration fees are affordable, with adults paying $30 for pre-registration and students only $20, both until June 5, 2026. Participants can enjoy a race shirt, a bag of snacks and surprises, and the chance to win awards in various age categories. Plus, kids up to 10 years old can join the fun with the Superhero Sprint, a delightful race that encourages healthy habits while ensuring every young participant leaves with a medal and goodie bag. Don’t miss out on the post-race festivities
The event is not just about running; it's about making a difference! All proceeds benefit the Laurel House Comfort Care Home, making every step count for a great cause. Registration fees are affordable, with adults paying $30 for pre-registration and students only $20, both until June 5, 2026. Participants can enjoy a race shirt, a bag of snacks and surprises, and the chance to win awards in various age categories. Plus, kids up to 10 years old can join the fun with the Superhero Sprint, a delightful race that encourages healthy habits while ensuring every young participant leaves with a medal and goodie bag. Don’t miss out on the post-race festivities
Organiser's Description
DON'T MISS THE 11TH ANNUAL LAUREL HOUSE 5K!
WHEN: SATURDAY, JUNE 13, 2025
CAN'T BE THERE ON JUNE 13TH? TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR VIRTUAL OPTION. SEND US YOUR TIME AND A PHOTO AND WE WILL INCLUDE YOU IN OUR RACE RESULTS
TIME: 9:00 AM START
WHERE: REGISTRATION IS IN CENTRAL PARK. THE RACE BEGINS ON MAIN STREET NEAR THE POST OFFICE AND ENDS ON EAST AVENUE NEAR ALEX ELIGH COMMUNITY CENTER
WHY: ALL PROCEEDS WILL BENEFIT LAUREL HOUSE COMFORT CARE HOME, 224 FAIR STREET, NEWARK NY
COST: ADULTS: $30 PRE-REGISTRATION - ENDS JUNE 5, 2025
$35 DAY OF RACE
STUDENTS $20 PRE-REGISTRATION - ENDS JUNE 5, 2025
$25 DAY OF RACE
INCLUDES: REGISTRATION FEE INCLUDES: RACE SHIRT RACE BAG WITH SNACKS, COUPONS AND SURPRISES. REGISTER BY MAY 12 TO GUARANTEE RACE SHIRT
RACE AWARDS - AWARDS FOR TOP THREE MALE/FEMALE FINISHERS IN THE FOLLOWING CATEGORIES: 12 & UNDER, 13-19, 20-29,30-39,40-49,50-59,60-69,70+
POST RACE AWARDS AND DOOR PRIZES: STAY AFTER FOR POST-RACE AWARDS AND DOOR PRIZES! MUST BE PRESENT TO WIN!
RACE PACKET PICKET PICK-UP: FRIDAY, JUNE 12, 2025 , 5PM TO 7PM. ALEX ELIGH COMMUNITY CENTER
CALLING ALL YOUNG SUPERHEROES! IT'S TIME TO PUT ON YOUR CAPES, MASKS, AND SUPERPOWERS! JOIN US FOR THE _FIRST _SUPERHERO SPRINT, A FUN-FILLED KIDS' RUN TAKING PLACE JUST BEFORE OUR MAIN 5K RACE
REGISTRATION DETAILS:
COST: $5
WHO: OPEN TO KIDS UP TO 10 YEARS OLD
WHY: HEALTHY HABITS BEGIN EARLY! BUT LET'S BE HONEST - IT IS ALSO IRRESISTIBLY CUTE AND TOTALLY AWESOME!
INCLUDES: A GOODIE BAG AND MEDAL FOR EVERY PARTICIPANT
HOW TO REGISTER: USE THE RUN SIGN-UP LINK BELOW OR REGISTER ON THE DAY OF THE EVENT.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT OF LAUREL HOUSE!
WHEN: SATURDAY, JUNE 13, 2025
CAN'T BE THERE ON JUNE 13TH? TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR VIRTUAL OPTION. SEND US YOUR TIME AND A PHOTO AND WE WILL INCLUDE YOU IN OUR RACE RESULTS
TIME: 9:00 AM START
WHERE: REGISTRATION IS IN CENTRAL PARK. THE RACE BEGINS ON MAIN STREET NEAR THE POST OFFICE AND ENDS ON EAST AVENUE NEAR ALEX ELIGH COMMUNITY CENTER
WHY: ALL PROCEEDS WILL BENEFIT LAUREL HOUSE COMFORT CARE HOME, 224 FAIR STREET, NEWARK NY
COST: ADULTS: $30 PRE-REGISTRATION - ENDS JUNE 5, 2025
$35 DAY OF RACE
STUDENTS $20 PRE-REGISTRATION - ENDS JUNE 5, 2025
$25 DAY OF RACE
INCLUDES: REGISTRATION FEE INCLUDES: RACE SHIRT RACE BAG WITH SNACKS, COUPONS AND SURPRISES. REGISTER BY MAY 12 TO GUARANTEE RACE SHIRT
RACE AWARDS - AWARDS FOR TOP THREE MALE/FEMALE FINISHERS IN THE FOLLOWING CATEGORIES: 12 & UNDER, 13-19, 20-29,30-39,40-49,50-59,60-69,70+
POST RACE AWARDS AND DOOR PRIZES: STAY AFTER FOR POST-RACE AWARDS AND DOOR PRIZES! MUST BE PRESENT TO WIN!
RACE PACKET PICKET PICK-UP: FRIDAY, JUNE 12, 2025 , 5PM TO 7PM. ALEX ELIGH COMMUNITY CENTER
CALLING ALL YOUNG SUPERHEROES! IT'S TIME TO PUT ON YOUR CAPES, MASKS, AND SUPERPOWERS! JOIN US FOR THE _FIRST _SUPERHERO SPRINT, A FUN-FILLED KIDS' RUN TAKING PLACE JUST BEFORE OUR MAIN 5K RACE
REGISTRATION DETAILS:
COST: $5
WHO: OPEN TO KIDS UP TO 10 YEARS OLD
WHY: HEALTHY HABITS BEGIN EARLY! BUT LET'S BE HONEST - IT IS ALSO IRRESISTIBLY CUTE AND TOTALLY AWESOME!
INCLUDES: A GOODIE BAG AND MEDAL FOR EVERY PARTICIPANT
HOW TO REGISTER: USE THE RUN SIGN-UP LINK BELOW OR REGISTER ON THE DAY OF THE EVENT.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT OF LAUREL HOUSE!
Races
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Laurel House 5K Walk/Run
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 13th June 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$27.50
OPENS 25 JAN 26Course certification #NY20004KL -
Laurel House Virtual 5K
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
$27.50
OPENS 25 JAN 26Your time! Your place! Your race! Care To Run for Laurel House at the time and place you choose. Pick up your race shirt at Alex Eligh Community Center on June 13, 2025 from 5pm to 7pm Or at Laurel House Comfort Care Home from June 16 to June 20 -
Superhero Sprint - Ages 10 and Under
Incl. $1.30 Fee
Sat 13th June 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$6.30
OPENS 08 MAR 26Fun Run: A short and safe course designed for kids. Everyone is a winner. Meet Real-Life Heroes: Snap photos and interact with local first responders and community heroes Superpower Snacks: Enjoy post-race treats and recharge your energy
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