Run For Heroes 5K 2025 - A Bridges Event
- Date Sun 2nd November 2025
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Summit, New Jersey
- Price $11.60 - $48.70
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of community spirit and fitness at the Run For Heroes 5K on Sunday, November 2, 2025, in the picturesque downtown Summit, NJ! Join us at The Village Green for a thrilling morning filled with exercise, fun, and a noble cause. Participants can choose to take part in a USATF-certified 5K run or walk, or let the kids enjoy a spirited Fun Run around the green. All proceeds from this event will directly support Bridges' mission to end veteran homelessness in Essex and Union counties, making your participation even more meaningful.
The day's festivities kick off at 8:00 AM with check-in, followed by a warm-up at 8:50 AM and the 5K starting at 9:00 AM. Participants in the 5K will receive an event t-shirt, race bib, and access to post-race refreshments, while kids taking part in the Fun Run will earn a medal and a prize. With live music from a DJ, awards for top fundraisers and racers, and the opportunity to honor a veteran, this event promises to be memorable. Don't miss out on early bird registration rates and mark your calendar for a day that celebrates fitness and community while supporting
The day's festivities kick off at 8:00 AM with check-in, followed by a warm-up at 8:50 AM and the 5K starting at 9:00 AM. Participants in the 5K will receive an event t-shirt, race bib, and access to post-race refreshments, while kids taking part in the Fun Run will earn a medal and a prize. With live music from a DJ, awards for top fundraisers and racers, and the opportunity to honor a veteran, this event promises to be memorable. Don't miss out on early bird registration rates and mark your calendar for a day that celebrates fitness and community while supporting
Organiser's Description
Sign up now to join us on Sunday, November 2, 2025 at The Village Green in downtown Summit, NJ for a beautiful morning of exercise and fun for a great cause. Your morning will consist of a 5k run or walk along our USATF-certified course through Summit, and a Fun Run for the kids around The Village Green.
All proceeds support Bridges' efforts to end veteran homelessness in Essex and Union county, as well as their Summit- and Newark-based Bridges' mission and programs, which seek to end homelessness through street outreach and intensive case management focusing on health, housing, and independence. Bridges is a proud partner of Bringing Veterans Home, which looks to end veteran homelessness in NJ by 2027.
WHEN: Sunday, November 2nd 2025
TIME:
* 8:00am - Check-in begins
* 8:50am - Warm-up
* 9:00am - 5K Run/Walk
* 9:30am - Kids Fun Run
ALL ABOUT IT: Each 5k participant will receive an event t-shirt, race bib, and post-race refreshments. Live DJ and volunteer opportunities will also be on-site throughout the morning. Top fundraisers and top racers in each category will receive awards after the race. T-shirts will only be guaranteed for those who register by October 20, 2025. Kids Fun Run participants will receive a medal and prize (no t-shirt).
All 5K registrants will have the opportunity to list a veteran to honor during the registration process, that we will feature on an Honor Wall at the event. For any donors giving a donation of $100 or more, we will HONOR A VET [https://runsignup.com/Race/Bridges5k/Page/HonorAVet] with special recognition before and during the event.
EARLY BIRD RATES:
* 5K race for 18 years and older - $40 (increases to $45 on 10/13)
* 5K race for under 18 years old - $30 (increases to $35 on 10/13)
* 5K race for Veteran Participants - $25 (no increase)
* Kids Fun Run - $10
PARKING: Parking is available on the street and in nearby municipal lots.
WATER STATION: There will be one water station on the course.
STROLLERS: Strollers are allowed on the race course, we just ask that you line up near the end for your safety and the safety of other participants.
POST RACE FOOD/DRINK: After you cross the finish line, we will provide free water, fruit and packaged post-race snacks.
All proceeds support Bridges' efforts to end veteran homelessness in Essex and Union county, as well as their Summit- and Newark-based Bridges' mission and programs, which seek to end homelessness through street outreach and intensive case management focusing on health, housing, and independence. Bridges is a proud partner of Bringing Veterans Home, which looks to end veteran homelessness in NJ by 2027.
WHEN: Sunday, November 2nd 2025
TIME:
* 8:00am - Check-in begins
* 8:50am - Warm-up
* 9:00am - 5K Run/Walk
* 9:30am - Kids Fun Run
ALL ABOUT IT: Each 5k participant will receive an event t-shirt, race bib, and post-race refreshments. Live DJ and volunteer opportunities will also be on-site throughout the morning. Top fundraisers and top racers in each category will receive awards after the race. T-shirts will only be guaranteed for those who register by October 20, 2025. Kids Fun Run participants will receive a medal and prize (no t-shirt).
All 5K registrants will have the opportunity to list a veteran to honor during the registration process, that we will feature on an Honor Wall at the event. For any donors giving a donation of $100 or more, we will HONOR A VET [https://runsignup.com/Race/Bridges5k/Page/HonorAVet] with special recognition before and during the event.
EARLY BIRD RATES:
* 5K race for 18 years and older - $40 (increases to $45 on 10/13)
* 5K race for under 18 years old - $30 (increases to $35 on 10/13)
* 5K race for Veteran Participants - $25 (no increase)
* Kids Fun Run - $10
PARKING: Parking is available on the street and in nearby municipal lots.
WATER STATION: There will be one water station on the course.
STROLLERS: Strollers are allowed on the race course, we just ask that you line up near the end for your safety and the safety of other participants.
POST RACE FOOD/DRINK: After you cross the finish line, we will provide free water, fruit and packaged post-race snacks.
Races
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5K Participant - 18+ Years Old
Incl. $3.70 Fee & Event T-Shirt
Sun 2nd November 2025 (9:00AM EST)
$48.70
Join us for a 5K race through Summit as a walker or runner. 18 years old and up. -
5K Participant - Under 18 Years Old
Incl. $3.10 Fee & Event T-Shirt
Sun 2nd November 2025 (9:00AM EST)
$38.10
Join us for a 5K race through Summit as a walker or runner. Under 18 years old. -
5k Participant - Veterans Discount
Incl. $2.50 Fee & Event T-Shirt
Sun 2nd November 2025 (9:00AM EST)
$27.50
Join us for a 5K race through Summit as a walker or runner. 18 years old and up. Registration price for Veterans only. -
Kids Fun Run
Incl. $1.60 Fee
Sun 2nd November 2025 (9:30AM EST)
$11.60
Children of all ages are welcome to register for our Kids Fun Run around the Village Green. Event volunteers will lead the kids on the route around the green in this fun run that lets the kids decide how many laps they want to complete. Each child will be given a sticker for every lap they complete, and a special prize at the end of their run.
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