STERBENZ RUN FOR THE PICKLES 5K AND 2K PUP STRUT & STROLL
- Date Sun 4th October 2026
- Time 10:00AM EDT
- Location Washington, New Jersey
- Price $27.50 - $38.10
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the exhilarating Sterbenz Run for the Pickles on Sunday, October 4, 2026, in the charming town of Washington, Warren! This unique event at Warren County Community College invites runners, walkers, and pickle enthusiasts to participate in a memorable day of fun and fitness. Choose between the scenic 5K course that winds through beautiful campus trails or the delightful 2K Pup Strut, a relaxing stroll perfect for you and your furry companions.
Every participant will receive a custom race shirt, an exclusive finisher medal, and a tasty pickle-themed treat waiting for you at the finish line. With costume encouragement and a celebratory atmosphere, this event has something for everyone! Check-in begins at 8:30 AM, with the races kicking off at 10 AM. Don’t miss out on this chance to be part of a vibrant community gathering, complete with light refreshments and an official awards presentation. Mark your calendars for a day filled with smiles and pickle-themed fun!
Every participant will receive a custom race shirt, an exclusive finisher medal, and a tasty pickle-themed treat waiting for you at the finish line. With costume encouragement and a celebratory atmosphere, this event has something for everyone! Check-in begins at 8:30 AM, with the races kicking off at 10 AM. Don’t miss out on this chance to be part of a vibrant community gathering, complete with light refreshments and an official awards presentation. Mark your calendars for a day filled with smiles and pickle-themed fun!
Organiser's Description
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Join us at Warren County Community College for the wildly fun and slightly briny Sterbenz Run for the Pickles 5K & 2K Pup Strut a one-of-a-kind race event for runners, walkers, and pickle lovers alike! Whether you're chasing a PR or just here for the post-race pickle party, this event has something for everyone.
The 5K course winds through scenic campus trails, while the 2K Pup Strut offers a relaxed, pet-friendly walk perfect for you and your four-legged friend. ALL PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE A CUSTOM RACE SHIRT, A ONE OF A KIND FINISHER MEDAL, AND OF COURSE... A PICKLE-THEMED TREAT AT THE FINISH LINE NO MATTER IF YOU RAN THE 5K OR WALKED THE 2K PUP STRUT!
Event Schedule
Check-in: 8:30 AM
5K and Pup strut start at 10 a.m.
How it Works
T-shirts and one-of-a-kind finisher medals are guaranteed to the first 200 people who register. Light refreshments will be provided. Friendly, four-legged participants are welcome to join. Costumes are encouraged! Gather with us afterward for a quick celebration and official awards presentation to recognize the outstanding efforts of our participants and teams.
Course Certification
The Sterbenz Miles of Smiles 5k is an official, USATF-Certified (code NJ23046JLW) and World Athletics (USA-2023-209) certified course! Extending our course to utilize a portion of the Warren County Technical School and Warren County property nearby, one loop is exactly 2.5km. Runners will complete the loop twice and follow the alternative finish path. CLICK HERE to see the map of the course with details.
About the Event
The inaugural event, called the Sterbenz Run for Abilities, was created by Paul and James Sterbenz in 2020 as a response to the COVID pandemic and a desire to replace cancelled running events while raising needed funds for Abilities of Northwest Jersey Inc. Completing the 27 mile marathon from Alexandria Township to Lambertville, NJ on a sultry June morning, Paul and James crossed the finish line and successfully raised nearly $12,000! The Sterbenz Miles of Smiles was created in 2022 and expanded to include participants of all abilities- runners, walkers, rollers, strollers and even those with four legs!
Race Contact Info
If you have any questions about this race, click the button below.
Dont miss the chance to run, strut, and crunch your way through this unique, fun-filled community event!
Join us at Warren County Community College for the wildly fun and slightly briny Sterbenz Run for the Pickles 5K & 2K Pup Strut a one-of-a-kind race event for runners, walkers, and pickle lovers alike! Whether you're chasing a PR or just here for the post-race pickle party, this event has something for everyone.
The 5K course winds through scenic campus trails, while the 2K Pup Strut offers a relaxed, pet-friendly walk perfect for you and your four-legged friend. ALL PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE A CUSTOM RACE SHIRT, A ONE OF A KIND FINISHER MEDAL, AND OF COURSE... A PICKLE-THEMED TREAT AT THE FINISH LINE NO MATTER IF YOU RAN THE 5K OR WALKED THE 2K PUP STRUT!
Event Schedule
Check-in: 8:30 AM
5K and Pup strut start at 10 a.m.
How it Works
T-shirts and one-of-a-kind finisher medals are guaranteed to the first 200 people who register. Light refreshments will be provided. Friendly, four-legged participants are welcome to join. Costumes are encouraged! Gather with us afterward for a quick celebration and official awards presentation to recognize the outstanding efforts of our participants and teams.
Course Certification
The Sterbenz Miles of Smiles 5k is an official, USATF-Certified (code NJ23046JLW) and World Athletics (USA-2023-209) certified course! Extending our course to utilize a portion of the Warren County Technical School and Warren County property nearby, one loop is exactly 2.5km. Runners will complete the loop twice and follow the alternative finish path. CLICK HERE to see the map of the course with details.
About the Event
The inaugural event, called the Sterbenz Run for Abilities, was created by Paul and James Sterbenz in 2020 as a response to the COVID pandemic and a desire to replace cancelled running events while raising needed funds for Abilities of Northwest Jersey Inc. Completing the 27 mile marathon from Alexandria Township to Lambertville, NJ on a sultry June morning, Paul and James crossed the finish line and successfully raised nearly $12,000! The Sterbenz Miles of Smiles was created in 2022 and expanded to include participants of all abilities- runners, walkers, rollers, strollers and even those with four legs!
Race Contact Info
If you have any questions about this race, click the button below.
Dont miss the chance to run, strut, and crunch your way through this unique, fun-filled community event!
Races
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Sterbenz Run for the Pickles 5k
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 4th October 2026 (10:00AM EDT)
$38.10
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Sterbenz Run for the Pickles 2k Pup Strut
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 4th October 2026 (10:00AM EDT)
$27.50
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Sterbenz Run for the Pickles 2k Walk/Stroll
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 4th October 2026 (10:00AM EDT)
$27.50
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