Newstead 5K
- Date Sat 26th September 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location South Orange, New Jersey
- Price Free - $38.10
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of fun and fitness at the Newstead 5K on Saturday, September 26th, 2026! This vibrant event kicks off at 9 AM in South Orange, Essex, beginning at the scenic South Mountain Annex and winding through the picturesque Newstead neighborhood. Whether rain or shine, participants can enjoy the thrill of the race, with a little drizzle adding to the adventure! Runners will receive a stylish race T-shirt and a collapsible cup, while supplies last.
The Newstead 5K is a fantastic family-friendly event, welcoming strollers but no pets, ensuring a safe and enjoyable atmosphere for everyone. Kids can also join the fun with two special events designed just for them! Following the 5K, little ones aged 4 and under can participate in the "Toddler Dash," and the excitement continues with a 1/2 mile Kid's Fun Run for older kids. Don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity to engage with the community, enjoy the outdoors, and create lasting memories!
The Newstead 5K is a fantastic family-friendly event, welcoming strollers but no pets, ensuring a safe and enjoyable atmosphere for everyone. Kids can also join the fun with two special events designed just for them! Following the 5K, little ones aged 4 and under can participate in the "Toddler Dash," and the excitement continues with a 1/2 mile Kid's Fun Run for older kids. Don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity to engage with the community, enjoy the outdoors, and create lasting memories!
Organiser's Description
Join us at 9am on Saturday, September 26th on the iconic Newstead 5K course, starting at the South Mountain Annex and running through the beautiful Newstead neighborhood!!!
The event is RAIN OR SHINE but running in a little rain can be lots of fun so don't miss out!
A little rain is a good time, dangerous weather is not. We are watching the weather closely and should it be unsafe to continue we will post messages on the race website as well as reach out via email to all race participants.
5K Participants will receive a race T-shirt and collapsible cup (while supplies last).
The Newstead 5K prides itself on being a family-friendly event. Strollers are welcome but NO PETS PLEASE.
There will also be two events exclusively for the kids. Shortly after the completion of the 5K, we will have a "Toddler Dash" on the lawn near the Annex perfect for kids ages 4 and under. After the completion of the dash, the 1/2 mile Kid's Fun Run will commence on the closed road in front of the Annex. Kids Fun Run participants do not receive a free t-shirt.
The event is RAIN OR SHINE but running in a little rain can be lots of fun so don't miss out!
A little rain is a good time, dangerous weather is not. We are watching the weather closely and should it be unsafe to continue we will post messages on the race website as well as reach out via email to all race participants.
5K Participants will receive a race T-shirt and collapsible cup (while supplies last).
The Newstead 5K prides itself on being a family-friendly event. Strollers are welcome but NO PETS PLEASE.
There will also be two events exclusively for the kids. Shortly after the completion of the 5K, we will have a "Toddler Dash" on the lawn near the Annex perfect for kids ages 4 and under. After the completion of the dash, the 1/2 mile Kid's Fun Run will commence on the closed road in front of the Annex. Kids Fun Run participants do not receive a free t-shirt.
Races
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Newstead 5K in PERSON RUN
Incl. $3.10 Fee & Reusable Cup
Sat 26th September 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$38.10
CLOSED -
Newstead 5K In-PERSON WALK
Incl. $3.10 Fee & Reusable Cup
Sat 26th September 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$38.10
CLOSED -
Newstead 5K VIRTUAL RUN/WALK
Incl. $3.10 Fee
$38.10
CLOSED -
Kids Fun Run
Sat 26th September 2026 (10:00AM EDT)
Free
CLOSEDThe Kid's Fun Run will take place after the completion of the 5K. Kids will begin in front of South Mountain Annex for a 1/2 mile out and back course. Registration for the Fun Run DOES NOT include a T-Shirt.
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South Mountain Annex, 112 Glenview Rd., South Orange, 07079, NJ, United States
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