Boys & Girls Clubs of Newark 5K to Wellness
Boys & Girls Clubs of Newark 5K to Wellness is a running race on September 19, 2026 in Newark, NJ, with an entry fee of $40.
- Date
- September 19, 2026 (22 days to go)
- Price
- $40
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Join the 6th Annual Boys & Girls Clubs of Newark 5K to Wellness at beautiful Branch Brook Park — one of Essex County’s premier parks and home to one of the most scenic running courses in New Jersey!
Whether you’re running for a PR, walking with friends and family, or supporting an amazing cause, this event is designed to bring the community together for a morning of fitness, fun, and impact.
Participants will enjoy:
🏅 Finisher medals for ALL runners
⏱️ Professionally timed race with LIVE results
📍 USATF-certified course is flat and fast!
🎶 Music, entertainment & an exciting finish festival atmosphere
📸 Professional race photography
🏆 Age group awards
👟 Beautiful course through historic Branch Brook Park
💙 The opportunity to support the Boys & Girls Club of Newark and youth wellness initiatives
Awards: Top 3 Overall Male & Female finishers, plus Top 3 Male & Female in each age group: 19 & Under, 20–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59, 60–69, 70–79, and 80+.
Celebrate health, community, and giving back at an unforgettable morning at Newark's beautiful Branch Brook Park!
See you at the start line!
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
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
76°
Typical Low
59°
Chance of Rain
27%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Harrison, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Newark, NJ
City Elevation
197 ft
Nearest Airport
EWR
Newark Liberty International Airport · 4 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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22
Days to train
- Race
- Boys & Girls Clubs of Newark 5K to Wellness
- Date
- September 19, 2026
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Boys & Girls Clubs of Newark 5K to Wellness
Sep 19, 2026