Saint James Almost Winter Classic 5K
- Date Sat 7th November 2026
- Time 10:00AM EST
- Location Basking Ridge, New Jersey
- Price $32.80
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the exhilarating Saint James Almost Winter Classic 5K on Saturday, November 7, 2026, in the scenic Pleasant Valley Park at Tobin Heath Field in Basking Ridge, Somerset! This lively community event kicks off with pre-race check-in at 9:00 AM, followed by an inspiring opening ceremony at 9:45 AM. Runners will take to the course at 10:00 AM, competing for top honors in various age and gender categories.
This annual race, created by the dedicated Saint James School XC Team, promotes post-cross country season running for athletes of all ages in Northern and Central New Jersey. Expect exciting prizes, including medals for the top three finishers in each category and gift certificates from the local Sneaker Factory for the overall male and female winners. With professional timing by Pioneer Timing and a vibrant atmosphere, this event is more than just a race; it’s a celebration of community, fitness, and support for Catholic education. Come for the run, stay for the camaraderie, and help us make a difference!
This annual race, created by the dedicated Saint James School XC Team, promotes post-cross country season running for athletes of all ages in Northern and Central New Jersey. Expect exciting prizes, including medals for the top three finishers in each category and gift certificates from the local Sneaker Factory for the overall male and female winners. With professional timing by Pioneer Timing and a vibrant atmosphere, this event is more than just a race; it’s a celebration of community, fitness, and support for Catholic education. Come for the run, stay for the camaraderie, and help us make a difference!
Organiser's Description
THE RACE WILL TAKE PLACE AT PLEASANT VALLEY PARK (TOBIN HEATH FIELD) IN BASKING RIDGE
* 9:00 AM - Pre-Race Check-in: 9:00AM
* 9:45AM - Opening Ceremony
* 10:00 AM - Race Time
* 11:00 AM - Awards Ceremony
* Feel free to stay for the NJ Catholic Middle School XC Championships
WE ANTICIPATE THE FOLLOWING PRIZES:
MEDALS FOR THE TOP 3 IN EACH AGE/GENDER GROUP
* Boys 13 and Under
* Girls 13 and Under
* Boys High School
* Girls High School
* Men 19-34
* Women 19-34
* Men 34-49
* Women 34-49
* Men 50+
* Women 50+
TOP 3 OVERALL MALE AND TOP 3 OVERALL FEMALE WILL WIN A GIFT CERTIFICATE FROM THE SNEAKER FACTORY IN BASKING RIDGE
* 1st: $150
* 2nd: $100
* 3rd: $75
We will once again be running at Pleasant Valley Park. THIS YEAR THERE WILL BE PROFESSIONAL TIMING BY PIONEER TIMING.
The Saint James Almost Winter Classic is a race created by the Saint James School of Basking Ridge XC Team to promote post XC season running among child and adult athletes in the greater Northern and Central New Jersey area. 100% of the proceeds from the event go to help support programming and to make Catholic School education more accessible.
Donations are GLADLY ACCEPTED! Thank you for supporting Catholic schools.
The Saint James XC program is a leader in grade school cross-country in the state of New Jersey. We promote safe and healthy outdoor activity that helps children become better athletes and even better people. The Almost Winter Classic was created in 2020 because so many athletes had a limited opportunity to access indoor sports during the COVID-19 pandemic. When XC ended, there was no place for many athletes to turn for winter sports. In response, the SJS XC Community created a 5K club for its athletes and parents who wanted to participate. Since 5K race options were limited, we decided to create an event that would give runners the opportunity to compete in a friendly way and help to build our running community.
Saint James School was founded in 1965 and educates children Pre-K to 8th Grade.
_Shirts will be available for pickup at PVP on Race Day._
* 9:00 AM - Pre-Race Check-in: 9:00AM
* 9:45AM - Opening Ceremony
* 10:00 AM - Race Time
* 11:00 AM - Awards Ceremony
* Feel free to stay for the NJ Catholic Middle School XC Championships
WE ANTICIPATE THE FOLLOWING PRIZES:
MEDALS FOR THE TOP 3 IN EACH AGE/GENDER GROUP
* Boys 13 and Under
* Girls 13 and Under
* Boys High School
* Girls High School
* Men 19-34
* Women 19-34
* Men 34-49
* Women 34-49
* Men 50+
* Women 50+
TOP 3 OVERALL MALE AND TOP 3 OVERALL FEMALE WILL WIN A GIFT CERTIFICATE FROM THE SNEAKER FACTORY IN BASKING RIDGE
* 1st: $150
* 2nd: $100
* 3rd: $75
We will once again be running at Pleasant Valley Park. THIS YEAR THERE WILL BE PROFESSIONAL TIMING BY PIONEER TIMING.
The Saint James Almost Winter Classic is a race created by the Saint James School of Basking Ridge XC Team to promote post XC season running among child and adult athletes in the greater Northern and Central New Jersey area. 100% of the proceeds from the event go to help support programming and to make Catholic School education more accessible.
Donations are GLADLY ACCEPTED! Thank you for supporting Catholic schools.
The Saint James XC program is a leader in grade school cross-country in the state of New Jersey. We promote safe and healthy outdoor activity that helps children become better athletes and even better people. The Almost Winter Classic was created in 2020 because so many athletes had a limited opportunity to access indoor sports during the COVID-19 pandemic. When XC ended, there was no place for many athletes to turn for winter sports. In response, the SJS XC Community created a 5K club for its athletes and parents who wanted to participate. Since 5K race options were limited, we decided to create an event that would give runners the opportunity to compete in a friendly way and help to build our running community.
Saint James School was founded in 1965 and educates children Pre-K to 8th Grade.
_Shirts will be available for pickup at PVP on Race Day._
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Saint James Almost Winter Classic 5K
Incl. $2.80 Fee
Sat 7th November 2026 (10:00AM EST)
$32.80
* Check-In begins at 9:00 AM * Opening Ceremony at 9:45 AM * Race Time at 10:00 AM * Award Ceremony at 11:00 AM * Stay for the Middle School State Championships
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Pleasant Valley Park (Tobin Heath Field), Basking Ridge, Basking Ridge, 07920, NJ, United States
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