The 30th Annual YMCA Livestrong 5K Walk/Run, Supporting Cancer Survivors, A Janice Garbolino Memorial Event
- Date Sun 19th April 2026
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location Roosevelt Park, Edison, New Jersey
- Price $32.80
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the 30th Annual YMCA Livestrong 5K Walk/Run on Sunday, April 19, 2026, in Edison, Middlesex! This vibrant event is dedicated to supporting cancer survivors through the Livestrong program at the YMCA, offering vital resources and support at no cost.
The day kicks off with registration at 7:30 AM, where participants can enjoy music, a Zumba warm-up, and delicious pre-race snacks while connecting with friends, family, and teammates. The excitement builds up to the shotgun start at 8:30 AM, with runners taking off first, followed by walkers. After the race, join us for the awards ceremony, recognizing the top three overall male, female, and binary finishers, as well as the top three finishers in various age groups ranging from 1-9 to 70+. Come out and be part of this uplifting community event that not only promotes fitness but also champions the resilience of cancer survivors!
The day kicks off with registration at 7:30 AM, where participants can enjoy music, a Zumba warm-up, and delicious pre-race snacks while connecting with friends, family, and teammates. The excitement builds up to the shotgun start at 8:30 AM, with runners taking off first, followed by walkers. After the race, join us for the awards ceremony, recognizing the top three overall male, female, and binary finishers, as well as the top three finishers in various age groups ranging from 1-9 to 70+. Come out and be part of this uplifting community event that not only promotes fitness but also champions the resilience of cancer survivors!
Organiser's Description
Timeline for the Day:
REGISTRATION:
7:30 AM
ENJOY MUSIC, A ZUMBA WARMUP, PRE-RACE SNACKS AND MEET YOUR FRIENDS, FAMILY AND TEAMMATES.
SHOT GUN START:
8:30 AM
RUNNERS FOLLOWED BY WALKERS
Awards (Individual and Team):
Immediately after the Race
Finisher Medals - Top 3 Overall Male / Female / Binary; Top 3 Male & Female in 10-year age groups starting at 1-9, 10-14, 15-19 and going to 70+
Funds raised support the Livestrong at the YMCA which is a program offered for cancer survivors at no cost to them to help them recover and regain their strength, confidence and so much more. See below for more information or call us if you want to participate in our next program offering.
REGISTRATION:
7:30 AM
ENJOY MUSIC, A ZUMBA WARMUP, PRE-RACE SNACKS AND MEET YOUR FRIENDS, FAMILY AND TEAMMATES.
SHOT GUN START:
8:30 AM
RUNNERS FOLLOWED BY WALKERS
Awards (Individual and Team):
Immediately after the Race
Finisher Medals - Top 3 Overall Male / Female / Binary; Top 3 Male & Female in 10-year age groups starting at 1-9, 10-14, 15-19 and going to 70+
Funds raised support the Livestrong at the YMCA which is a program offered for cancer survivors at no cost to them to help them recover and regain their strength, confidence and so much more. See below for more information or call us if you want to participate in our next program offering.
Races
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5K Run or Fun Walk
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt (Unisex)
Sun 19th April 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$32.80
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Lakeview School, 10 Oak Drive, Roosevelt Park, Edison, 08837, NJ, United States
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The 30th Annual YMCA Livestrong 5K Walk/Run, Supporting Cancer Survivors, A Janice Garbolino Memorial Event
