Fanwood 5K Pizza Run & Family Fun Run
- Date
- October 18, 2026
- Distance
- 5K Pizza Run · 1 Mile Family Fun Run
From the Organizer
🎽 Fanwood 5K Pizza Run & 1-Mile Family Fun Run
📅 Sunday, October 19, 2025
📍 Borough Hall, 75 North Martine Avenue, Fanwood, NJ
Join us for a fun-filled morning of fitness, community, and—yes, a free slice of pizza for all finishers! The 5K features a USATF Certified Course.
🏃♂️ Event Schedule
1-Mile Family Fun Run: 11:00 AM start
5K Pizza Run: 11:30 AM start
💻 Registration
Online registration closes: Saturday, October 18 at 12:00 PM (noon)
🎟️ Bib Pickup
Saturday, October 18 from 12:00–2:00 PM
📍 Patricia Kuran Cultural Center/Carriage House (GPS: 135 Watson Road)
🅿️ Park in the Carriage House Park lot or along Watson Road
Race Day – Sunday, October 19
Check-in opens at 9:30 AM at Borough Hall, 75 North Martine Avenue
🅿️ Best parking: Fanwood Train Station (free)
💲 Entry Fees
5K Pizza Run: $30 through October 12; $35 thereafter; $25 for USATF-NJ members
1-Mile Family Fun Run: $10 flat rate
👕 T-Shirts
T-shirts are guaranteed for all participants who register by October 3. After that date, shirts will be distributed based on availability.
🎉 About the Event
This event is organized by the Fanwood Recreation Commission - a team of dedicated volunteers committed to enhancing recreational opportunities in the Fanwood community. All proceeds benefit Fanwood Recreation events, parks, and facilities.
📲 Register today and bring your friends!
Let’s run, have fun, and grab a slice together! And a cup of beer - ID required
🍕
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
65°
Typical Low
45°
Chance of Rain
29%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Plainfield, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Fanwood, NJ
Population
7,714
as of 2023
Nearest Airport
EWR
Newark Liberty International Airport · 12 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
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- Date
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Fanwood 5K Pizza Run & Family Fun Run?
- Fanwood 5K Pizza Run & Family Fun Run is a running race held in Fanwood, New Jersey on October 18, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Fanwood 5K Pizza Run & Family Fun Run?
- Sunday, October 18, 2026 in Fanwood, New Jersey at 75 North Martine Avenue, Fanwood, NJ. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Fanwood 5K Pizza Run & Family Fun Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Fanwood 5K Pizza Run & Family Fun Run
Oct 18, 2026