
From the Organizer
This race is in memory of Margaret Walling, a young Hackettstown resident who lost her battle with a malignant brain tumor in December of 2013 after a brave and vailant fight. Smiles For Margaret gives money raised to families with children fighting cancer.
Smiles for Margaret is continuing to raise funds in Margaret's memory in order to help other local families whose children have also been diagnosed with life cancers.
We are scheduling for a real and in person race.
8:30-9:30 check in 10 am race start
Register at https://runsignup.com/race/nj/margaretwalling between now and Saturday, November 28 th to continue your support of our mission. Donations are always welcome.
For more information on this and other fundraisers, please go to www.facebook.com/smilesformargaret
If you need information about this race, please contact info@smilesformargaret.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
47°
Typical Low
29°
Chance of Rain
37%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Andover Aeroflex Ap, 12 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
10,143
as of 2023
Elevation
558 ft
Nearest Airport
ABE
Lehigh Valley International Airport · 35 mi
Major Hub
EWR
Newark Liberty International Airport · 37 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 Huff and Puff after you stuff/Smiles for Margaret 5k Memorial Run, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
Coming Up
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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 the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Huff and Puff after you stuff/Smiles for Margaret 5k Memorial Run
Nov 28, 2026