River Edge Run

  • Date Sat 25th April 2026
  • Time 9:00AM EDT
  • Location River Edge, New Jersey
  • Price $9.00 - $32.50
  • Races 3 races
  • Distances 5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Get ready for an exciting day of fitness and community spirit at the 44th Annual River Edge Run on Saturday, April 25, 2026! Taking place in the picturesque town of River Edge, Bergen, this event features a range of activities including a 5K health walk, a fun run, and an exhilarating 5K race. Starting and finishing at Cherry Hill School (410 Bogert Rd.), participants can check in and register from 8 AM to 9:45 AM, ensuring a vibrant and energetic atmosphere throughout the day.

The 5K race is open to all runners, from novices to seasoned athletes, with awards presented by 5-year age groups. Enjoy a scenic, tree-lined route complete with water stations and timing clocks at every mile. If you're looking for a more relaxed pace, the 5K health walk welcomes participants of all ages, including strollers! Additionally, families can join in the fun with a one-mile fun run that guarantees T-shirts for early registrants. Proceeds from this event benefit River Edge Parks, making it a fantastic opportunity to engage in fitness while supporting the community. Mark your calendars and don’t miss this chance to get active and have fun in River Edge!

Organiser's Description

44TH ANNUAL RIVER EDGE RUN
SATURDAY, APRIL 25, 2026

5K HEALTH WALK & FUN RUN



CHECK IN & REGISTRATION: 8AM-9:45AM



START & FINISH
CHERRY HILL SCHOOL AT 410 BOGERT RD. RIVER EDGE, NJ

5K RACE INFORMATION

* Open to all runners, novices, joggers - No Strollers
* Male and Female awards by 5-year age groups
* Runs through scenic tree lined route
* Water stations and timing clocks at one mile and two miles
* Bag check available day of event
* SANCTIONED & CERTIFIED BY USA TRACK & FIELD - GRAND PRIX EVENT 500PTS
* RACE TIMING & RESULTS BY BEST RACING SYSTEMS
* RUN PROCEEDS BENEFIT RIVER EDGE PARKS

5K HEALTHWALK INFORMATION

* Open to all ages
* Strollers allowed
* Water stations and timing clocks at one mile and two mile
* Bag check available day of event
* SPONSORED BY RIVER EDGE MUNICIPAL ALLIANCE

FUN RUN INFORMATION

* One mile
* Open to all ages
* T-shirts guaranteed to those who register before 03/21/26
* SPONSORED BY RIVER EDGE SCHOOL DISTRICT



T-SHIRT & NUMBER PICK-UP

Pre-Event Date & Time:

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 22 FROM 2:30-3:30PM AT _CHERRY HILL SCHOOL, 410 BOGERT ROAD, RIVER EDGE_

THURSDAY, APRIL 23 FROM 2:30-3:30PM AT _ROOSVELT SCHOOL, 711 SUMMITT AVE, RIVER EDGE _

FRIDAY, APRIL 24 FROM 5:30PM TO 7:00PM AT_ __CHERRY HILL SCHOOL, 410 BOGERT ROAD, RIVER EDGE_

Distribution will also start at 8am on Race Day*

*Race Day registrants will receive t-shirts as supplies last if not registered before 3/21/2026*

Races

  • 5k

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 25th April 2026 (10:00AM EDT)

    $32.50

    OPENS 27 JAN
    Pre-Registration - $30.00 Day of Race Fee - $35.00 USATF Member & First Responders: $5 discount B-tags used to record timing-5k results go to riveredgerun.com T-shirts guaranteed to Pre-Registrants who register by 03/21/26 T-shirt: Friday, April 24 from 5:30pm to 7pm at Cherry Hill School, 410 Bogert Rd, River Edge Numbers/Bibs & T-Shirts will also be distributed on day of race (on-site registrants t-shirts available while supplies last)
  • 5K Health Walk

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 25th April 2026 (10:05AM EDT)

    $14.50

    OPENS 27 JAN
    Preregistration $12.00 Day of Race fee - $15.00 5k route - open to all ages T-Shirts guaranteed to pre-registrants who register by 03/21/26 T-shirt pick-up: Friday, April 24 from 5:30pm to 7pm at Cherry Hill School, 410 Bogert Rd, River Edge T-shirts will also be distributed on day of race for pre-registrants (on-site registrants while supplies last)
  • 1 Mile Fun Run

    Incl. $2.00 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 25th April 2026 (9:00AM EDT)

    $9.00

    OPENS 27 JAN
    Preregistration - $7 Day of Race fee - $10 One Mile Fun Run - open to all ages - start and finish at Cherry Hill School T-Shirts guaranteed to those who register by 03/21/26 T-shirts pick-up: Wednesday Apri 22 from 2:30-3:30pm at Cherry Hill School, 410 Bogert Road, River Edge Thursday April 23 from 2:30-3:30pm at Roosvelt School, 711 Summitt Ave, River Edge Friday, April 24 from 5:30pm to 7:00pm at Cherry Hill School, 410 Bogert Road, River Edge T-shirts will also be distributed on day of race for pre-registrants (on-site registrants while supplies last)

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Location

Cherry Hill School, 410 BOGERT RD, River Edge, 07661, NJ, United States

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