Mayor's Challenge 5K + 1 Mile Costume Fun Run
- Date Sat 24th October 2026
- Time 3:00PM EDT
- Location Red Bank, New Jersey
- Price $22.20 - $32.80
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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Join us for our 8th annual Mayor's Challenge in 2026 with all proceeds to benefit 180 Turning Lives Around, a non-profit organization based in Freehold, NJ, dedicated to providing support and resources for individuals facing domestic and sexual violence in Monmouth County, NJ. Learn more about 180 Turning Lives around here [https://180nj.org/].
The race route meanders through one of the hidden gems of Middletown - Poricy Park! The trail consists of wide grass paths, as well as some sections of single track. Poricy Park is not flat - beware of the hills! This is a trail/cross-country course - race surfaces consist of grass, gravel and wooden platforms - trails are not paved.
5K FITNESS WALK: 3:00pm
1MI FUN RUN: 3:30pm
5K RACE: 3:45pm
This 5K run/walk is a costume run! Dress in your Halloween (run-safe) costume and complete the challenge. Post-race prizes include 5K run overall male & female & top age range male & female; 1 mile fun run top finishers; best costume (group, unique, and America 250 themed). Stay after for the Halloween Hullabaloo!
The race route meanders through one of the hidden gems of Middletown - Poricy Park! The trail consists of wide grass paths, as well as some sections of single track. Poricy Park is not flat - beware of the hills! This is a trail/cross-country course - race surfaces consist of grass, gravel and wooden platforms - trails are not paved.
5K FITNESS WALK: 3:00pm
1MI FUN RUN: 3:30pm
5K RACE: 3:45pm
This 5K run/walk is a costume run! Dress in your Halloween (run-safe) costume and complete the challenge. Post-race prizes include 5K run overall male & female & top age range male & female; 1 mile fun run top finishers; best costume (group, unique, and America 250 themed). Stay after for the Halloween Hullabaloo!
Races
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5K Fitness Walk
Incl. $2.20 Fee & Longsleeve Performance Shirt
Sat 24th October 2026 (3:00PM EDT)
$22.20
Get out an stretch your legs! Walk the scenic trails of Poricy Park and enjoy being part of the race atmosphere! This event includes a race shirt while supplies last. -
1 Mile Fun Run
Incl. $2.50 Fee & Longsleeve Performance Shirt
Sat 24th October 2026 (3:30PM EDT)
$27.50
Grab the kids and hit the trails! This 1 Mile Fun Run is perfect for beginner runners looking to try their legs at trail running. It is a great race for families to do together but be aware of the hills! Sorry, strollers are not permitted due to the terrain. This event includes a race shirt while supplies last and medal. -
5K Run
Incl. $2.80 Fee & Longsleeve Performance Shirt
Sat 24th October 2026 (3:45PM EDT)
$32.80
Ready for a challenge? Come out and run the trails of scenic Poricy Park. Be aware, there are a number of hills ready for you to tackle. This course is 2 laps - at least after the 1st lap you will know what's in store for lap 2! This event includes a race shirt while supplies last, medal, and top finisher prizes.
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Poricy Park, 345 Oak Hill Road, Red Bank, 07701, NJ, United States
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