
Croissant & Cafe 5K Run & Walk is a running race on November 1, 2026 in Ridgefield Park, NJ, with an entry fee of $30.
From the Organizer
Step into a morning that feels like your favorite café come to life.
The Croissant & Café Run is a beautifully curated 5K experience set in the scenic paths of Overpeck Park. Whether you’re running for a personal best or strolling with friends, this event blends movement, atmosphere, and indulgence into one unforgettable morning.
Enjoy a fast course surrounded by crisp fall air, followed by our signature Croissant & Café finish—because every great run deserves something warm, fresh, and worth slowing down for.
All participants receive a finisher’s medal, with optional pre-order race shirts available during registration.
Come for the run. Stay for the coffee. Leave with the feeling.
Charity Beneficiary:
Our Inaugural run will support a local young woman battling brain cancer. Proceeds will be donated to help offset the cost of her complex medical care.
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
61°
Typical Low
42°
Chance of Rain
30%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Teterboro Ap, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
13,167
as of 2023
City Elevation
78 ft
Nearest Airport
LGA
LaGuardia Airport · 10 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Croissant & Cafe 5K Run & Walk, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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From Endurance Grid
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Coming Up
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Croissant & Cafe 5K Run & Walk
Nov 1, 2026