Miles For Minds 5K
- Date Sun 27th July 2025
- Time 8:30AM EST
- Location Edison, New Jersey
- Price $23.25 - $33.75
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of community, fitness, and fun at the Miles For Minds 5K, taking place on Sunday, July 27, 2025, at Roosevelt Park in Edison, Middlesex. This family-friendly event is perfect for participants of all ages and skill levels, whether you're a first-time runner or a seasoned pro. The USATF-sanctioned, timed 5K race promises a spirited atmosphere, complete with awards for the top finishers in various age categories.
If you're looking for a lighter pace, consider joining the Walk & Roll Fun Run, a one-mile event around the picturesque Roosevelt Park lake. Registration is affordable, with pre-registration at just $30 for the 5K and $20 for the fun run. Participants can also take advantage of fundraising opportunities, with exciting incentives for top fundraisers. Don't miss out on this wonderful opportunity to engage with the community, support a great cause, and enjoy a day filled with health and happiness!
If you're looking for a lighter pace, consider joining the Walk & Roll Fun Run, a one-mile event around the picturesque Roosevelt Park lake. Registration is affordable, with pre-registration at just $30 for the 5K and $20 for the fun run. Participants can also take advantage of fundraising opportunities, with exciting incentives for top fundraisers. Don't miss out on this wonderful opportunity to engage with the community, support a great cause, and enjoy a day filled with health and happiness!
Organiser's Description
MILES FOR MINDS 5K
RUN. WALK. ROLL.
SUNDAY, JULY 28, 2024
ROOSEVELT PARK, EDISON, NJ
MILES FOR MINDS 5K IS A FAMILY FRIENDLY EVENT THAT IS FUN FOR ALL AGES. WHETHER YOU ARE LOOKING TO PARTICIPATE IN YOUR FIRST 5K OR YOU ARE A SEASONED RUNNER, OUR USATF SANCTIONED, TIMED RACE IS APPROPRIATE FOR ALL SKILL LEVELS. HOWEVER, IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR A LIGHTER PACE, THERE IS ALSO A ONE MILE WALK & ROLL FUN RUN AROUND ROOSEVELT PARK'S LAKE PRIOR TO THE START OF THE OFFICIAL 5K RACE. PLEASE CREATE A TEAM AND/OR REGISTER AS AN INDIVIDUAL TODAY!
PRE-REGISTRATION: $30- This registration type is for runners who would like to compete in the USATF certified and timed 5K. Includes official runner bib, t-shirt and refreshments.
**REGISTRATION AFTER JULY 23RD: $35
WALK & ROLL FUN RUN REGISTRATION: $20 - This registration type is for walkers, rollers and attendees looking to participate in the 1 MILE fun run. Includes t-shirt and refreshments. Walk & Roll Registrants will not be timed and scored competitively and will not be eligible for Race awards.
YOU CAN ALSO REGISTER IN PERSON ON RACE DAY FROM 7:30 AM- 9:00 AM
T-SHIRTS ARE NOT GUARANTEED. REGISTER EARLY!
WE ENCOURAGE PARTICIPANTS TO CREATE A FUNDRAISING PAGE AFTER REGISTERING. CLICK 'BECOME A FUNDRAISER' AT THE TOP OF THIS PAGE TO GET STARTED. FUNDRAISING PAGES WILL STAY OPEN LEADING UP TO THE RACE, CLOSING ON AUGUST 1. FUNDRAISING PARTICIPANTS ARE ELIGIBLE TO RECEIVE INCENTIVES, WHICH WILL BE MAILED OUT AFTER THE RACE TO THE ADDRESS YOU PROVIDED IN YOUR REGISTRATION.
FUNDRAISING INCENTIVES:
TOP INDIVIDUAL FUNDRAISER - MILES FOR MINDS 2023 RACE MEDAL, CUSTOM MADE MILES FOR MINDS ZIP-UP, INCLUSION IN POST-RACE EMAIL TO ALL PARTICIPANTS AS TOP INDIVIDUAL FUNDRAISER
$500 INDIVIDUAL FUNDRAISING MILESTONE - RACE SWAG ITEMS
TOP FUNDRAISING TEAM ($3,000+) - MILES FOR MINDS TOP FUNDRAISING TEAM MEDAL, INCLUSION IN POST-RACE EMAIL TO ALL PARTICIPANTS AS TOP FUNDRAISING TEAM, RACE SWAG ITEMS TO SHARE AMONG TEAM
$3,000 TEAM FUNDRAISING - RACE SWAG ITEMS TO SHARE AMONG TEAM
QUESTIONS ABOUT FUNDRAISING? CONTACT [email protected]
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
7:30 A.M. On-site registration opens
8:30 A.M.- Walk & Roll Fun Run begins
9 A.M.- 5K Race begins
Awards Ceremony to immediately follow race finish.
AWARDS
Top 3 Overall Male & Female
Top 3 Male & Female in each of the following age groups:
Age Groups: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+
VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED! PLEASE SELECT THE VOLUNTEER TAB FROM THE MENU TO REGISTER TO BE A VOLUNTEER. VOLUNTEERS WILL RECEIVE A LETTER OF VERIFICATION FOR SERVICE HOURS UPON REQUEST.
Race scoring and timing provided by CompuScore
USATF Certified Course and Sanctioned Race Course Description: Park loop on roads. Scenic, wooded, shaded and lakeside.
Course traffic controlled and marshaled. Emergency medical technicians on-site.
Baby strollers, bicycles, pets, skates, or roller blades are prohibited in the 5K race.
Water will be available at the start, on the course and at the finish.
RUN. WALK. ROLL.
SUNDAY, JULY 28, 2024
ROOSEVELT PARK, EDISON, NJ
MILES FOR MINDS 5K IS A FAMILY FRIENDLY EVENT THAT IS FUN FOR ALL AGES. WHETHER YOU ARE LOOKING TO PARTICIPATE IN YOUR FIRST 5K OR YOU ARE A SEASONED RUNNER, OUR USATF SANCTIONED, TIMED RACE IS APPROPRIATE FOR ALL SKILL LEVELS. HOWEVER, IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR A LIGHTER PACE, THERE IS ALSO A ONE MILE WALK & ROLL FUN RUN AROUND ROOSEVELT PARK'S LAKE PRIOR TO THE START OF THE OFFICIAL 5K RACE. PLEASE CREATE A TEAM AND/OR REGISTER AS AN INDIVIDUAL TODAY!
PRE-REGISTRATION: $30- This registration type is for runners who would like to compete in the USATF certified and timed 5K. Includes official runner bib, t-shirt and refreshments.
**REGISTRATION AFTER JULY 23RD: $35
WALK & ROLL FUN RUN REGISTRATION: $20 - This registration type is for walkers, rollers and attendees looking to participate in the 1 MILE fun run. Includes t-shirt and refreshments. Walk & Roll Registrants will not be timed and scored competitively and will not be eligible for Race awards.
YOU CAN ALSO REGISTER IN PERSON ON RACE DAY FROM 7:30 AM- 9:00 AM
T-SHIRTS ARE NOT GUARANTEED. REGISTER EARLY!
WE ENCOURAGE PARTICIPANTS TO CREATE A FUNDRAISING PAGE AFTER REGISTERING. CLICK 'BECOME A FUNDRAISER' AT THE TOP OF THIS PAGE TO GET STARTED. FUNDRAISING PAGES WILL STAY OPEN LEADING UP TO THE RACE, CLOSING ON AUGUST 1. FUNDRAISING PARTICIPANTS ARE ELIGIBLE TO RECEIVE INCENTIVES, WHICH WILL BE MAILED OUT AFTER THE RACE TO THE ADDRESS YOU PROVIDED IN YOUR REGISTRATION.
FUNDRAISING INCENTIVES:
TOP INDIVIDUAL FUNDRAISER - MILES FOR MINDS 2023 RACE MEDAL, CUSTOM MADE MILES FOR MINDS ZIP-UP, INCLUSION IN POST-RACE EMAIL TO ALL PARTICIPANTS AS TOP INDIVIDUAL FUNDRAISER
$500 INDIVIDUAL FUNDRAISING MILESTONE - RACE SWAG ITEMS
TOP FUNDRAISING TEAM ($3,000+) - MILES FOR MINDS TOP FUNDRAISING TEAM MEDAL, INCLUSION IN POST-RACE EMAIL TO ALL PARTICIPANTS AS TOP FUNDRAISING TEAM, RACE SWAG ITEMS TO SHARE AMONG TEAM
$3,000 TEAM FUNDRAISING - RACE SWAG ITEMS TO SHARE AMONG TEAM
QUESTIONS ABOUT FUNDRAISING? CONTACT [email protected]
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
7:30 A.M. On-site registration opens
8:30 A.M.- Walk & Roll Fun Run begins
9 A.M.- 5K Race begins
Awards Ceremony to immediately follow race finish.
AWARDS
Top 3 Overall Male & Female
Top 3 Male & Female in each of the following age groups:
Age Groups: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+
VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED! PLEASE SELECT THE VOLUNTEER TAB FROM THE MENU TO REGISTER TO BE A VOLUNTEER. VOLUNTEERS WILL RECEIVE A LETTER OF VERIFICATION FOR SERVICE HOURS UPON REQUEST.
Race scoring and timing provided by CompuScore
USATF Certified Course and Sanctioned Race Course Description: Park loop on roads. Scenic, wooded, shaded and lakeside.
Course traffic controlled and marshaled. Emergency medical technicians on-site.
Baby strollers, bicycles, pets, skates, or roller blades are prohibited in the 5K race.
Water will be available at the start, on the course and at the finish.
Races
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Miles for Minds 5K
Incl. $3.75 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 27th July 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$33.75
OPENS SOON -
1 Mile Walk and Roll Fun Run
Incl. $3.25 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 27th July 2025 (8:30AM EDT)
$23.25
OPENS SOON
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