Run in the Park--Highland Park 5K
- Date Sun 4th May 2025
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Highland Park, New Jersey
- Price $14.00 - $40.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a fantastic day of fun and fitness at the 15th annual "Run in the Park" 5K race in Highland Park, Middlesex! Scheduled for Sunday, May 4th, 2025, this exciting event invites runners, walkers, and strollers of all ages to experience the charm of Highland Park’s downtown and its beautiful neighborhoods. The race kicks off on North 5th Ave by the high school, featuring a thrilling downhill first mile followed by a scenic route through historic streets, ultimately finishing on the high school track.
In addition to the 5K, there will be kids' races taking place on the track at approximately 10 am, making it a perfect family-friendly outing. Proceeds from the race will benefit the Highland Park Public Schools PTOs, adding even more meaning to your participation. Registration fees for the 5K start at just $30 and include a t-shirt while supplies last. Don't miss out on this wonderful opportunity to support a great cause while enjoying a lively community atmosphere! Plus, stick around after the race for the Spring Street Fair, happening from 11:30 am to 4:30 pm, for even more fun!
In addition to the 5K, there will be kids' races taking place on the track at approximately 10 am, making it a perfect family-friendly outing. Proceeds from the race will benefit the Highland Park Public Schools PTOs, adding even more meaning to your participation. Registration fees for the 5K start at just $30 and include a t-shirt while supplies last. Don't miss out on this wonderful opportunity to support a great cause while enjoying a lively community atmosphere! Plus, stick around after the race for the Spring Street Fair, happening from 11:30 am to 4:30 pm, for even more fun!
Organiser's Description
Join the Highland Park Recreation Department and Main Street Highland Park for our 15th annual Highland Park NJ "Run in the Park" 5k race & Kids' Races on Sunday, May 4th! Come take a run, walk, or stroll through the downtown and beautiful neighborhoods of Highland Park NJ for great cause. Race proceeds to benefit the Highland Park Public Schools PTOs.
The course, closed to traffic during the race, starts on North 5th Ave by the high school and then heads downhill towards New Brunswick for a fast first mile. The race then winds its way through the historic streets of Highland Park before finishing on the high school track. There is a link to the course map further down this page. The event welcomes all participants including strollers, wheelchairs, and walkers.
Kids races will take place on the track after the 5k at approximately 10am.
5K REGISTRATION
$30 (+ RUNSIGNUP FEE) BEFORE 3/18, then $35 (+ RUNSIGNUP FEE) FROM 3/19 TO 4/18, then $40 (+ RUNSIGNUP FEE) FROM 4/18 TO 5/3. RACE DAY REGISTRATION WILL BE $45.
$3 OFF FOR USATF MEMBERS EXCEPT RACE DAY REGISTRATION.
5k participants will receive a t-shirt while supplies last. T-shirt size is not guaranteed for all registrants.
KIDS RACES
$12 (+ RUNSIGNUP FEE) BEFORE 4/18, THEN $14 (+ RUNSIGNUP FEE) FROM 4/18. $16 ON RACE DAY (NO ADDITIONAL FEES)
Save time on race morning and pick up your HP5K race t-shirt and race bib early! Come to 212 Raritan Avenue (we'll be outside) on Friday from 11 am - 6 pm, or Saturday from 10 am - 12 pm to pick it up. If you can't make it, you'll still be able to pick up on race morning from 7:45 - 8:45 am in the rear parking lot of the Highland Park High School off of N. Fifth Avenue if you need to!
We also hope to see you in downtown Highland Park after the 5K for the Spring Street Fair from 11:30 - 4:30 pm!
The course, closed to traffic during the race, starts on North 5th Ave by the high school and then heads downhill towards New Brunswick for a fast first mile. The race then winds its way through the historic streets of Highland Park before finishing on the high school track. There is a link to the course map further down this page. The event welcomes all participants including strollers, wheelchairs, and walkers.
Kids races will take place on the track after the 5k at approximately 10am.
5K REGISTRATION
$30 (+ RUNSIGNUP FEE) BEFORE 3/18, then $35 (+ RUNSIGNUP FEE) FROM 3/19 TO 4/18, then $40 (+ RUNSIGNUP FEE) FROM 4/18 TO 5/3. RACE DAY REGISTRATION WILL BE $45.
$3 OFF FOR USATF MEMBERS EXCEPT RACE DAY REGISTRATION.
5k participants will receive a t-shirt while supplies last. T-shirt size is not guaranteed for all registrants.
KIDS RACES
$12 (+ RUNSIGNUP FEE) BEFORE 4/18, THEN $14 (+ RUNSIGNUP FEE) FROM 4/18. $16 ON RACE DAY (NO ADDITIONAL FEES)
Save time on race morning and pick up your HP5K race t-shirt and race bib early! Come to 212 Raritan Avenue (we'll be outside) on Friday from 11 am - 6 pm, or Saturday from 10 am - 12 pm to pick it up. If you can't make it, you'll still be able to pick up on race morning from 7:45 - 8:45 am in the rear parking lot of the Highland Park High School off of N. Fifth Avenue if you need to!
We also hope to see you in downtown Highland Park after the 5K for the Spring Street Fair from 11:30 - 4:30 pm!
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. T-Shirt
Sun 4th May 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$40.00
CLOSED -
Kids Races
Incl. T-Shirt
Sun 4th May 2025 (10:00AM EDT)
$14.00
CLOSED
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