Run For Casey 5K
- Date Sat 3rd May 2025
- Time 9:15AM EST
- Location Cranford, New Jersey
- Price $11.60 - $38.10
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an inspiring day of community and purpose at the 3rd Annual Run For Casey 5K on Saturday, May 3rd, 2025! Taking place at the picturesque Nomahegan Park in Cranford, New Jersey, this event combines fitness and philanthropy as it benefits The Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood Foundation. Participants can look forward to a scenic, flat 5K route that’s perfect for runners and walkers of all skill levels, complete with a water station midway to keep you energized.
The event kicks off with a fun Kids 1 Mile Fun Run at 9:15 AM, followed by the 5K starting at 10:00 AM. Don't forget to arrive early for bib pickup at 8:45 AM! All participants who register before April 15th will receive a race T-shirt, and medals will be awarded to the top three male and female finishers in each age category. With additional activities like face painting, crafts, and raffles in the Kids Corner, this event promises a day filled with joy and remembrance. Join us in honoring Casey’s memory while supporting a vital cause that raises awareness and funds for SUDC research. Parking is available on-site and
The event kicks off with a fun Kids 1 Mile Fun Run at 9:15 AM, followed by the 5K starting at 10:00 AM. Don't forget to arrive early for bib pickup at 8:45 AM! All participants who register before April 15th will receive a race T-shirt, and medals will be awarded to the top three male and female finishers in each age category. With additional activities like face painting, crafts, and raffles in the Kids Corner, this event promises a day filled with joy and remembrance. Join us in honoring Casey’s memory while supporting a vital cause that raises awareness and funds for SUDC research. Parking is available on-site and
Organiser's Description
Spring is coming! So that means it's time for the 3rd Annual RUN FOR CASEY 5K! This 5k Run/Walk benefiting The Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood Foundation will take place at Nomahegan Park, in Cranford New Jersey, on Saturday, May 3rd. The Nomahegan Park 5K route is a scenic, flat loop, with a water station around the halfway point. Perfect for Runners and Walkers of all levels.
The race will be chip timed, with medals for the top 3 Male and Female finishers in all age categories.
There will also be a KIDS 1 MILE FUN RUN and kids corner with face painting, crafts, and raffles.
The Kids Fun run will start at 9:15. 5K start time is 10:00 am. Bib pickup starts at 8:45 am. Stay tuned for pre race bib pick up info.
Race T-shirts guaranteed for everyone that registers before April 15th.
This race is being hosted by Ellen and Jonathan Young, in memory of their daughter Casey. Please visit our website, Remembering Casey [https://sites.google.com/spfk12.org/remembering-casey/home], created to honor Casey's memory.
All proceeds raised from the run will directly support the SUDC Foundation's mission to promote awareness, fund research, and serve those affected by SUDC. SUDC is the fifth leading category of death in children ages one to four, yet SUDC receives no public funding. The SUDC Foundation provides all services at no cost to families.
Parking is available on site, and overflow parking is available at Union County College, across the street from Nomahegan Park.
The race will be chip timed, with medals for the top 3 Male and Female finishers in all age categories.
There will also be a KIDS 1 MILE FUN RUN and kids corner with face painting, crafts, and raffles.
The Kids Fun run will start at 9:15. 5K start time is 10:00 am. Bib pickup starts at 8:45 am. Stay tuned for pre race bib pick up info.
Race T-shirts guaranteed for everyone that registers before April 15th.
This race is being hosted by Ellen and Jonathan Young, in memory of their daughter Casey. Please visit our website, Remembering Casey [https://sites.google.com/spfk12.org/remembering-casey/home], created to honor Casey's memory.
All proceeds raised from the run will directly support the SUDC Foundation's mission to promote awareness, fund research, and serve those affected by SUDC. SUDC is the fifth leading category of death in children ages one to four, yet SUDC receives no public funding. The SUDC Foundation provides all services at no cost to families.
Parking is available on site, and overflow parking is available at Union County College, across the street from Nomahegan Park.
Races
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Run for Casey 5K Adults (Chip Timed)
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 3rd May 2025 (10:00AM EDT)
$38.10
Register before April 15th to receive a complimentary Run for Casey t-shirt. -
Fun Run for Casey Kids Age 10 and Under
Incl. $1.60 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 3rd May 2025 (9:15AM EDT)
$11.60
The Kids fun run will take place prior to the 5K. Kids will run 1 mile or less as they choose. Prizes and ribbons for all fun run racers! Register before April 15th to receive a complimentary Run for Casey t-shirt. -
Run for Casey 5K Virtual
Incl. $1.90 Fee
$16.90
Run or walk 31. miles in your own neighborhood, in remembrance of Casey. Participants may walk/run and submit their own time throughout the day, until 5:30 pm on Saturday May 3, 2025
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