5TH Annual
Habitat of Greater Newark: 5th Annual Salute to Our Veterans 5K is a running race on October 18, 2026 in Hoboken, NJ, with an entry fee of $45.
RACE DAY DETAILS:
🏃 USATF-Certified 5K Course
📅 Sunday, October 18, 2026
📍 Pier A Park | 100 Sinatra Drive, Hoboken, NJ 07030
👥 Check-in: 8:30 AM
🕙 Race Start: 10:00 AM
👟 All ages and abilities welcome!
This year is especially meaningful as we celebrate 40 years of building homes, strengthening neighborhoods, and creating brighter futures across Essex, Hudson, and Union Counties. 🎉
Our annual 5K proudly honors the brave men and women who have served our country while supporting Habitat’s affordable housing, critical home repair, and community-based programs.
Whether you're running for a personal best, walking with family and friends, or simply supporting a cause you believe in, every step helps build stronger communities.
YOUR PARTICIPATION SUPPORTS:
BECOME A SPONSOR
Showcase your organization while supporting affordable housing and community revitalization across Essex, Hudson, and Union Counties. Sponsorship opportunities include complimentary race registrations and event recognition.
Ready to sponsor? Email irivera@habitatnewark.org directly.
Run. Walk. Give Back. Build Hope.🏡
Live forecast from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Race day
Sunday, 10/18
High
57°
Low
45°
Conditions
Sunny
Chance of Rain
10%
Wind
9 mph
Population
58,340
as of 2023
City Elevation
5 ft
Nearest Airport
EWR
Newark Liberty International Airport · 8 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
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Habitat of Greater Newark: 5th Annual Salute to Our Veterans 5K
Oct 18, 2026