Love and Legacy 5K
- Date Sun 3rd May 2026
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location Summit, New Jersey
- Price $12.60 - $44.40
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a day filled with joy and community spirit at the Love and Legacy 5K, taking place on Sunday, May 3, 2026, in the beautiful Summit, Union area! This cherished spring event is not just a race; it’s a heartfelt celebration honoring the special individuals who have made a lasting impact in our lives. Participants of all ages are invited to join in the fun as they run or walk the scenic 5K course, starting at 8:30 AM, followed by an exciting awards ceremony at 9:30 AM.
But the festivities don’t stop there! Bring your family for a delightful Family Fun Carnival starting at 9:00 AM, featuring games, face painting, crafts, and much more, ensuring a memorable day for everyone. For the little ones, the Kids Dash at 10:00 AM offers a chance to run their own race and earn a medal! With a commitment to inclusivity and community support, funds raised will benefit vital programs, including childcare assistance and health resources. Join us rain or shine for a day of fun, fitness, and fellowship—let’s honor our loved ones together at the Love and Legacy 5K!
But the festivities don’t stop there! Bring your family for a delightful Family Fun Carnival starting at 9:00 AM, featuring games, face painting, crafts, and much more, ensuring a memorable day for everyone. For the little ones, the Kids Dash at 10:00 AM offers a chance to run their own race and earn a medal! With a commitment to inclusivity and community support, funds raised will benefit vital programs, including childcare assistance and health resources. Join us rain or shine for a day of fun, fitness, and fellowship—let’s honor our loved ones together at the Love and Legacy 5K!
Organiser's Description
The Summit Area YMCA is thrilled to announce the return of a beloved springtime traditionthe Love and Legacy 5K, taking place on Sunday, May 3, 2026. This heartwarming event brings families and community members together to celebrate the special individuals who have shaped our lives. We are eagerly anticipating another fantastic turnout.
Since our founding in 1886, the Summit Area YMCA has been dedicated to fostering youth development, promoting healthy living, and championing social responsibility. Our commitment to inclusivity ensures that everyoneregardless of age, gender, disability, or incomehas access to the opportunities they need to thrive. Funds raised from the 5K will support critical community programs, providing financial assistance for childcare, camp, and health and wellness resources. Donations also sustain free initiatives like LIVESTRONG at the YMCA, a program for cancer survivors, and Achievers, our mentoring program for high school students.
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
SUNDAY, MAY 3, 2026
LOCATION: SUMMIT YMCA, MAPLE STREET
7:30 8:15 AM RACE DAY REGISTRATION & CHECK-IN
8:15 8:29 AM ANNOUNCEMENTS & PRE-RACE WARM-UP
8:30 AM OFFICIAL 5K START
9:30 AM AWARDS CEREMONY
FAMILY FUN CARNIVAL - 9:00 A.M. - RAIN OR SHINE!!
ENJOY GAMES, FACE PAINTING, TATTOOS, CRAFTS, AND MORE! THE CARNIVAL WILL TAKE PLACE DURING AND IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE 5K.
KIDS DASH - 10:00 A.M. - _SUBJECT TO SLIGHT DELAY BASED ON EVENT FLOW._
A SPECIAL RACE JUST FOR THE SMALLER KIDS! THIS SHORTER DASH WILL BE HELD ON THE VILLAGE GREEN GRASS NEAR THE CARNIVAL. ALL PARTICIPANTS WILL RECEIVE A MEDAL.
LOVE AND LEGACY TREE
LET'S HONOR THOSE WHO HAVE MADE A LASTING IMPACT IN OUR LIVES. BRING A PHOTO, DRAWING, PAINTING, OR OTHER MEMENTO TO HANG ON OUR DEDICATED TREE IN TRIBUTE TO YOUR LOVED ONE(S).
RACE SHIRTS
REGISTER BY APRIL 6 TO RECEIVE AN OFFICIAL LOVE AND LEGACY 5K SHIRT! NO EXTRA SHIRTS WILL BE AVAILABLE AFTER THIS DATE.
RACE PACKET PICK-UP
TBD
COURSE RULES
STROLLERS ARE ALLOWED, PLEASE BE MINDFUL OF FELLOW RUNNERS AND ALLOW OTHERS TO PASS FREELY.
DOGS ARE NOT PERMITTED ON THE COURSE DUE TO USATF REGULATIONS, BUT THEYRE WELCOME TO CHEER FROM THE SIDELINES!
AWARDS & MEDALS
TOP FINISHERS: AWARDS FOR THE TOP OVERALL MALE & FEMALE FINISHERS
AGE GROUP WINNERS: AWARDS FOR THE TOP MALE & FEMALE IN EACH AGE CATEGORY:
9 & UNDER
10 14
15 19
20 29
30 39
40 49
50 59
60 69
70 & ABOVE
**IMPORTANT INFO
RAIN OR SHINE! THE RACE WILL TAKE PLACE REGARDLESS OF WEATHER CONDITIONS. HOWEVER, THE FAMILY FUN CARNIVAL MAY BE CANCELED IF CONDITIONS ARE UNSAFE.
STAY UPDATED: ANY WEATHER-RELATED UPDATES WILL BE SENT VIA EMAILPLEASE CHECK YOUR INBOX BEFORE RACE DAY!
NO REFUNDS: REGISTRATION FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE, EVEN IN THE EVENT OF CANCELLATIONS.
Since our founding in 1886, the Summit Area YMCA has been dedicated to fostering youth development, promoting healthy living, and championing social responsibility. Our commitment to inclusivity ensures that everyoneregardless of age, gender, disability, or incomehas access to the opportunities they need to thrive. Funds raised from the 5K will support critical community programs, providing financial assistance for childcare, camp, and health and wellness resources. Donations also sustain free initiatives like LIVESTRONG at the YMCA, a program for cancer survivors, and Achievers, our mentoring program for high school students.
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
SUNDAY, MAY 3, 2026
LOCATION: SUMMIT YMCA, MAPLE STREET
7:30 8:15 AM RACE DAY REGISTRATION & CHECK-IN
8:15 8:29 AM ANNOUNCEMENTS & PRE-RACE WARM-UP
8:30 AM OFFICIAL 5K START
9:30 AM AWARDS CEREMONY
FAMILY FUN CARNIVAL - 9:00 A.M. - RAIN OR SHINE!!
ENJOY GAMES, FACE PAINTING, TATTOOS, CRAFTS, AND MORE! THE CARNIVAL WILL TAKE PLACE DURING AND IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE 5K.
KIDS DASH - 10:00 A.M. - _SUBJECT TO SLIGHT DELAY BASED ON EVENT FLOW._
A SPECIAL RACE JUST FOR THE SMALLER KIDS! THIS SHORTER DASH WILL BE HELD ON THE VILLAGE GREEN GRASS NEAR THE CARNIVAL. ALL PARTICIPANTS WILL RECEIVE A MEDAL.
LOVE AND LEGACY TREE
LET'S HONOR THOSE WHO HAVE MADE A LASTING IMPACT IN OUR LIVES. BRING A PHOTO, DRAWING, PAINTING, OR OTHER MEMENTO TO HANG ON OUR DEDICATED TREE IN TRIBUTE TO YOUR LOVED ONE(S).
RACE SHIRTS
REGISTER BY APRIL 6 TO RECEIVE AN OFFICIAL LOVE AND LEGACY 5K SHIRT! NO EXTRA SHIRTS WILL BE AVAILABLE AFTER THIS DATE.
RACE PACKET PICK-UP
TBD
COURSE RULES
STROLLERS ARE ALLOWED, PLEASE BE MINDFUL OF FELLOW RUNNERS AND ALLOW OTHERS TO PASS FREELY.
DOGS ARE NOT PERMITTED ON THE COURSE DUE TO USATF REGULATIONS, BUT THEYRE WELCOME TO CHEER FROM THE SIDELINES!
AWARDS & MEDALS
TOP FINISHERS: AWARDS FOR THE TOP OVERALL MALE & FEMALE FINISHERS
AGE GROUP WINNERS: AWARDS FOR THE TOP MALE & FEMALE IN EACH AGE CATEGORY:
9 & UNDER
10 14
15 19
20 29
30 39
40 49
50 59
60 69
70 & ABOVE
**IMPORTANT INFO
RAIN OR SHINE! THE RACE WILL TAKE PLACE REGARDLESS OF WEATHER CONDITIONS. HOWEVER, THE FAMILY FUN CARNIVAL MAY BE CANCELED IF CONDITIONS ARE UNSAFE.
STAY UPDATED: ANY WEATHER-RELATED UPDATES WILL BE SENT VIA EMAILPLEASE CHECK YOUR INBOX BEFORE RACE DAY!
NO REFUNDS: REGISTRATION FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE, EVEN IN THE EVENT OF CANCELLATIONS.
Races
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Love and Legacy 5K
Incl. $4.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 3rd May 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$44.40
OPENS 10 MAR 26 -
Kids' Dash
Incl. $2.60 Fee
Sun 3rd May 2026 (10:00AM EDT)
$12.60
OPENS 10 MAR 26Have your children join the fun with their very own race!
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