Run For Casey 5K
- Date Sat 2nd May 2026
- Time 9:15AM EDT
- Location Cranford, New Jersey
- Price $11.60 - $38.10
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 4th Annual Run For Casey 5K, taking place on Saturday, May 2nd, 2026, in the beautiful Nomahegan Park, Cranford, New Jersey! This exciting event is not just a race; it’s a heartfelt initiative benefiting The Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood (SUDC) Foundation. Participants can enjoy a scenic, flat 5K loop that accommodates runners and walkers of all skill levels, complete with a water station halfway through. The 5K kicks off at 10:00 AM, following a fun-filled KIDS 1 MILE FUN RUN starting at 9:15 AM, featuring face painting, crafts, and raffles for the young ones.
Make sure to register early to secure your race t-shirt and enjoy the Early Bird pricing of $35 through March 31st, increasing to $40 until race day. With chip timing in place and medals awarded to the top three finishers in each age category, this event promises to be competitive yet inclusive. All proceeds from this meaningful event will support the SUDC Foundation’s vital mission to raise awareness, fund research, and provide assistance to families affected by S
Make sure to register early to secure your race t-shirt and enjoy the Early Bird pricing of $35 through March 31st, increasing to $40 until race day. With chip timing in place and medals awarded to the top three finishers in each age category, this event promises to be competitive yet inclusive. All proceeds from this meaningful event will support the SUDC Foundation’s vital mission to raise awareness, fund research, and provide assistance to families affected by S
Organiser's Description
Spring is coming! So that means it's time for the 4th 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 2nd. 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 and prizes 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 8:30 am on May 2nd.
5k Early Bird Pricing: $35 through March, 31st, $40 April 1st until race day.
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 and prizes 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 8:30 am on May 2nd.
5k Early Bird Pricing: $35 through March, 31st, $40 April 1st until race day.
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 2nd May 2026 (10:00AM EDT)
$38.10
OPENS 01 FEBRegister before April 15th to receive a complimentary Run for Casey t-shirt. Early Bird Pricing Before April 1st -
Fun Run for Casey Kids Age 10 and Under
Incl. $1.60 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 2nd May 2026 (9:15AM EDT)
$11.60
OPENS 01 FEBThe 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
OPENS 01 FEBRun or walk 3.1 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 2, 2026
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