RJ VanDeMortel 5K
- Date Sat 6th June 2026
- Time 10:00AM EDT
- Location Newark, New York
- Price $32.80
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join the celebration at the RJ VanDeMortel 5K on Saturday, June 6, 2026, in the charming community of Newark, Wayne! This untimed, family-friendly event invites participants of all ages to come together for a fun-filled day of running or walking, whether in person or virtually. Gather your friends, family, and furry companions to honor the memory of RJ while supporting a great cause. Proceeds from the event will contribute to the RJ VanDeMortel Scholarship Fund at Newark High School, making a positive impact on the community.
The day kicks off with registration starting at 9:00 AM, followed by the run/walk at 10:00 AM. Participants who register by May 30, 2025, will receive a free cotton t-shirt, adding to the excitement! Enjoy live music, engaging raffles, and the chance to win 50/50 tickets, with drawings taking place immediately after the race. Don’t miss this opportunity to make memories, support local students, and embrace the spirit of community!
The day kicks off with registration starting at 9:00 AM, followed by the run/walk at 10:00 AM. Participants who register by May 30, 2025, will receive a free cotton t-shirt, adding to the excitement! Enjoy live music, engaging raffles, and the chance to win 50/50 tickets, with drawings taking place immediately after the race. Don’t miss this opportunity to make memories, support local students, and embrace the spirit of community!
Organiser's Description
The RJ VANDEMORTEL 5K is an untimed, family friendly, in person or virtual, community event, to honor and remember RJ. In true RJ fashion, gather your friends, family, kids, dogs and loved ones for a fun, run or walk. Proceeds from this race will go to the RJ VanDeMortel, Newark High School, Scholarship Fund.
Free cotton t- shirt as long as you are registered by 5/30/2025.
Registration starts at 9:00am. Run/walk begins at 10:00am.
There will be music, raffles and 50/50 tickets. Drawings immediately after the race.
Free cotton t- shirt as long as you are registered by 5/30/2025.
Registration starts at 9:00am. Run/walk begins at 10:00am.
There will be music, raffles and 50/50 tickets. Drawings immediately after the race.
Races
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RJ VanDeMortel 5K (In Person)
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T Shirt
Sat 6th June 2026 (10:00AM EDT)
$32.80
OPENS 09 MARIn person registration and sign in starts at 9:00am. Run/walk begins at 10:00am. Day of race registration will be electronic payment only. NO CASH REGISTRATION DAY OF RACE. There will be music, raffles and 50/50 tickets. Drawings immediately after the race. -
RJ VanDeMortel 5K (Virtual)
Incl. $2.80 Fee
$32.80
OPENS 09 MAR
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