The SAX 4 Miler

  • Date Sat 19th September 2026
  • Time 9:30AM EDT
  • Location Parsippany, New Jersey
  • Price $11.60 - $27.50
  • Races 4 races

Event summary

Get ready for an exciting day at The SAX 4 Miler on Saturday, September 19, 2026, in Parsippany, Morris! Celebrating its 15th consecutive year, this vibrant run/walk event invites participants of all ages to come together and support a noble cause: the Child Life Department at St. Joseph's Children's Hospital in Paterson, NJ. With an impressive history of raising over $1,000,000 for the hospital, SAX is proud to ensure that 100% of funds raised go directly to providing healing and joy through various therapeutic programs for pediatric patients.

Join us at SAX's state-of-the-art headquarters for a scenic and certified 4-mile race, or opt for the new virtual option to participate from anywhere! The event kicks off at 9:30 AM, with bib number and t-shirt pick-up available on-site the day before and on race day morning. There will be awards for top runners in various categories, along with fun kids' dashes ranging from 25 to 200 yards. Enjoy refreshments, DJ entertainment, and a day full of community spirit, as every mile walked or run truly makes a difference in a child's life. Don’t miss out on this uplifting event – we

Organiser's Description

Were excited to announce the SAX 4 MILER is back for its15th consecutive year on SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2026, at SAX's state-of-the-art headquarters in the heart of Parsippany, NJ!

This annual run/walk event brings together the community to support a cause close to our hearts: THE CHILD LIFE DEPARTMENT AT ST. JOSEPHS CHILDRENS HOSPITAL IN PATERSON, NJ.

Thanks to unwavering support over the years, weve proudly raised over $1,000,000 FOR ST. JOSEPH'S CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL, becoming the Child Life Departments largest financial contributor. And once again, SAX hosts and absorbs the costs for this community event so 100% of every dollar raised goes directly toward providing healing, comfort, and joy through therapies that benefit the pediatric patients, like:

Art Therapy: Helping children express emotions through creativity

Music Therapy: Using sound to promote healing and ease anxiety

Animal-Assisted Therapy: Bringing comfort and connection through trained therapy animals

Horticultural Therapy: Supporting rehabilitation through nature and play

Therapeutic Play: Helping kids understand and cope with their medical journey

EVERY MILE WALKED OR RUN MAKES A DIFFERENCE IN A CHILDS LIFE - AND WE CANT WAIT TO SEE YOU AT THE STARTING LINE.



EVENT INFO

EVENT DAY: Saturday, September 19th, 2026 (In-person or Virtual)
START TIME: 9:30 AM

BIB NUMBER & T-SHIRT PICK UP TIMES:

Friday, September 18th from 12:00 PM-3:00 PM
Saturday, September 19th (RACE DAY) from 8:00 AM- 9:15 AM

Bib Pick-up Location: SAX Headquarters: 389 Interpace Parkway, Parsippany NJ

AWARDS

Awards (Male & Female) 4 Mile Run - 1,2,3 Overall
4 Mile Run Age Groups, 19 & under to 70 & Over(10 Years)

COURSE:

Run or Walk the 4-mile run on a scenic USA Track and Field Certified (USATF) double-loop race course and bring your family for our Kids dashes, with distances ranging from 25 to 200 yards for ages 2-11.

_NEW Virtual Option!_: Join us from wherever you are! You can register as a runner or walker, and participate on Race Day from your own location in support of the pediatric patients of St. Joseph's Children's Hospital.

AMENITIES:

* Technical T-Shirt to all pre-registrants (and post-registrants while supplies last)
* USTAF Certified Course
* Refreshments
* Kids Activities
* DJ Entertainment
* Awards and Random Prizes

Races

  • 4 Mile Run

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 19th September 2026 (9:30AM EDT)

    $27.50

    OPENS 15 MAY
  • 2 Mile or 4 Mile Walk

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 19th September 2026 (9:30AM EDT)

    $27.50

    OPENS 15 MAY
  • Kids Races

    Incl. $1.60 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 19th September 2026 (9:30AM EDT)

    $11.60

    OPENS 15 MAY
  • Virtual (New!)

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt

    $27.50

    OPENS 15 MAY

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Location

389 Interpace Parkway, Parsippany, 07054, NJ, United States

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