
From the Organizer
4:00 pm to 7:00 pm - Packet Pickup & Registration at Haddonfield Running Co. (121 Kings Hwy E, Haddonfield, NJ 08033)
8:00 am to 9:00 am - Packet Pickup & Registration at Race Site
9:00 am - Race Start
10:00 am - Basket Raffle, Refreshments and Food
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This is the 11th Annual Veterans Haven 5K run and 1 Mile Walk sponsored by Haddonfield American Legion Post 38. The race will begin at Christ the King Church in Haddonfield at 9AM with registration opening at 8AM and continue through the Camden County park system adjacent to the historic Cooper River. The race will be chip timed.
Please join us and help us to honor our Veterans who have given so much for our country.
Follow us on facebook and get all of the updated race information at: Facebook @VeteransHavenRun
The proceeds of this event will give financial support for Veterans Haven South in Winslow, NJ a transitional facility for homeless/unemployed veterans. Veterans Haven South has a proven record of 87% success in accomplishing their task of giving Veterans transitional shelter and assisting in gaining employment. Your participation will enable you to have a sense of pride in knowing that you have helped the men and women who have served our country.
Medals awarded to the overall male and female winners.
Awards as follows, top 3 in each of the following divisions:
15 and under
16-19
20-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60-69
70 and over
Short Sleeve Shirts will be given out to all participants.
Events
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
58°
Typical Low
39°
Chance of Rain
32%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Pennsauken 1n, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
12,502
as of 2023
Elevation
77 ft
Nearest Airport
PHL
Philadelphia International Airport · 11 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
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Days to train
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12th Annual Veterans Haven 5K Run and 1 Mile Walk
Nov 7, 2026