
From the Organizer
Teams, Runners, Walkers, Joggers and Skippers! Enjoy the Annual Askin & Hooker Labor Day run/walk in Sparta starting Monday, September 1st at 9:00 AM with same day registration from 7:30 a.m until 8:45 AM. Adjacent to beautiful Lake Mohawk, known for its vast man-made lake. To benefit local environmental conservation groups, the event has gained traction to promote the incredible views and fund raise for continued improvements to this eye dropping experience. Sponsors and volunteers are still welcome and encourage family and friends to enjoy the fullness of the day! Call the law firm of Askin & Hooker LLC for race details. 973-729-7711 or Visit www.LaborDay5K.org for printable apps, course map and forms.
$3 registration discount for 2025 USATF-NJ Members Who Register by August 27th
Race bibs and goody bags will be available for pick up on Race Day Morning!
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
77°
Typical Low
55°
Chance of Rain
36%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Andover Aeroflex Ap, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
Elevation
805 ft
Nearest Airport
TEB
Teterboro Airport · 33 mi
Major Hub
EWR
Newark Liberty International Airport · 34 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Labor Day 5K
Sep 7, 2026