Run in the Park--Highland Park 5K
- Date Sun 3rd May 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Highland Park, New Jersey
- Price $12.00 - $30.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a day of fun and fitness at the 16th annual Run in the Park 5K on Sunday, May 3, 2026, in Highland Park, Middlesex! This exciting event invites runners, walkers, and families to experience a scenic course through the picturesque neighborhoods of Highland Park, all while supporting a great cause—proceeds benefit the Highland Park Public Schools PTOs. The 5K race kicks off at North 5th Ave by the high school, featuring a fast first mile that leads you downhill towards New Brunswick before winding through the historic streets and finishing on the track at the Municipal Recreation Complex.
In addition to the main race, there will be Kids' Races on the track at approximately 10:00 AM, making it a fantastic day for participants of all ages. Registration for the 5K is $30 before March 18, with prices increasing as the event date approaches, so be sure to sign up early! Participants will receive a t-shirt while supplies last, and there's a special discount for USATF members. Don’t miss the opportunity to enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of Highland Park, with the Spring Street Fair taking place after the race from 11:30 AM to 4:
In addition to the main race, there will be Kids' Races on the track at approximately 10:00 AM, making it a fantastic day for participants of all ages. Registration for the 5K is $30 before March 18, with prices increasing as the event date approaches, so be sure to sign up early! Participants will receive a t-shirt while supplies last, and there's a special discount for USATF members. Don’t miss the opportunity to enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of Highland Park, with the Spring Street Fair taking place after the race from 11:30 AM to 4:
Organiser's Description
Join us for the 16th annual Highland Park NJ "Run in the Park" 5k race & Kids' Races on Sunday, May 3rd! 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 at the Municipal Recreation Complex. 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 10:00 AM on the track of the Municipal Recreation Complex.
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 the HP Community Center (220 S. 6th Avenue) on Friday from 11 am - 5 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 at the Municipal Recreation Complex. 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 10:00 AM on the track of the Municipal Recreation Complex.
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 the HP Community Center (220 S. 6th Avenue) on Friday from 11 am - 5 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 3rd May 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$30.00
OPENS 15 JAN -
Kids Races
Incl. T-Shirt
Sun 3rd May 2026 (10:00AM EDT)
$12.00
OPENS 15 JAN
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