
Fanwood 5K Pizza Run & Family Fun Run is a running race on October 18, 2026 in Fanwood, NJ, with entry fees from $10 to $30.
From the Organizer
🎽 Fanwood 5K Pizza Run & 1-Mile Family Fun Run
📅 Sunday, October 18, 2026
📍 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 7:00 am
💲 Entry Fees
5K Pizza Run: $30 through October 12; $35 thereafter; $25 for USATF-NJ members
1-Mile Family Fun Run: $12 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
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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
65°
Typical Low
45°
Chance of Rain
29%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Plainfield, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
7,714
as of 2023
City Elevation
165 ft
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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Fanwood 5K Pizza Run & Family Fun Run
Oct 18, 2026