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
Join us for the 44th Annual River Edge Run on Saturday, April 25, 2026, in the picturesque community of River Edge, Bergen! This exciting event features a 5K race, a health walk, and a fun run, making it perfect for runners of all levels, from novices to seasoned athletes.
Starting and finishing at Cherry Hill School, participants can check in from 8 AM to 9:45 AM. The 5K race will take you through a scenic, tree-lined route, complete with water stations and timing clocks at each mile. Awards will be given for male and female categories in 5-year age groups, ensuring everyone has a chance to shine. The 5K health walk is open to all ages and allows strollers, while the fun run offers a delightful one-mile course, complete with a historical costume contest for those looking to add some flair. Don't miss the chance to secure your t-shirt by registering before March 21, 2026! Proceeds from this event will benefit River Edge parks, so come out for a day of fun, fitness, and community spirit!
Starting and finishing at Cherry Hill School, participants can check in from 8 AM to 9:45 AM. The 5K race will take you through a scenic, tree-lined route, complete with water stations and timing clocks at each mile. Awards will be given for male and female categories in 5-year age groups, ensuring everyone has a chance to shine. The 5K health walk is open to all ages and allows strollers, while the fun run offers a delightful one-mile course, complete with a historical costume contest for those looking to add some flair. Don't miss the chance to secure your t-shirt by registering before March 21, 2026! Proceeds from this event will benefit River Edge parks, so come out for a day of fun, fitness, and community spirit!
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
* HISTORICAL COSTUME CONTEST - SPONSORED BY 250 COMMITTEE _(OPTIONAL)_
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*
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
* HISTORICAL COSTUME CONTEST - SPONSORED BY 250 COMMITTEE _(OPTIONAL)_
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
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5k
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 25th April 2026 (10:00AM EDT)
$32.50
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
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
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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