
Fred Torres Memorial 5K is a running race on October 4–11, 2026 in Woodland Park, NJ, featuring the 2 Mile / 3K and 5K distances, with entry fees from $10 to $30.
From the Organizer
Sunday, October 11, 2026
Location: Garrett Mountain, Woodland Park, NJ
All proceeds benefit the Fred Torres Memorial Scholarship Fund. The Fred Torres Memorial Scholarship is presented to outstanding scholar athletes of Clifton High School XC and T&F programs who through their four (4) years have exhibited leadership, perseverance and solid academic standing. The recipients all plan to participate in the respective programs of their chosen high education institution. In addition, the Fred Torres Memorial Fund supports educational and sports related programs.
RACE DETAILS:
5K Run and 2 Mile Walk on Championship Cross Country course
5K and 2 Mile Start @ 9:30am
5K is chip timed. 2 Mile Walk is not timed.
Post Race Party @ Danaher's Pub 31 Passaic Avenue, Fairfield NJ
Registration
5K Run and 2 Mile Walk $30 (through 9/5)
5K Run and 2 Mile Walk $35 (after 9/5)
Students (18 and under) will receive a $5 discount
T-Shirts guaranteed to registered runners
Awards
Top 3 Male and Female Overall
Top Male and Female CHS XC/T&F Alumni (winners names are etched on perpetual Alumni trophy)
Top 3 Male and Female Age Groups
Register online at www.eliteracingsystems.com
For more information fredtorresmemorialfund@gmail.com • Scholarship information www.fredtorresmemorialfund.org
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
69°
Typical Low
48°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Little Falls, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
Nearest Airport
EWR
Newark Liberty International Airport · 15 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Fred Torres Memorial 5K
Oct 4, 2026