Lacey 5K
Lacey 5K is a running race on August 22, 2026 in Forked River, NJ, with entry fees from $10 to $35.
- Date
- August 22, 2026 (21 days to go)
- Price
- $10–$35
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
26th Anniversary of the LACEY 5K
www.lacey5K.com
Saturday, August 22, 2026
At Gille Park, Manchester Ave., Forked River
Proceeds Benefit Substance Abuse Prevention, the Recreation Dept., and the Lacey Food Bank
Entry Fees:
5K - $35 Pre-registered by 8/5; $40 after and on raceday
Students 18 and under - $25 Pre- registered by 8/5; $30 after and on raceday
USATF Members— 5K - $30 to Pre-registered by August 5th only
1 Mile - $20 Pre-registered by Aug. 5th: $23 after and day of race; Students 12 and under $15 Pre-registered by Aug 5th; $20 after and day of race
Kiddie Dash - $20 Ages 2-11 (Each participant receives a medal, italian ice and Happy Meal coupon)
Bundle Options:
5K + 1 Mile - $35 by 8/5, $40 after and on race day; Students 18 and under: $25 before 8/5; $30 after and on race day
5K + Kiddie Dash (under age 11) - $25 before 8/5, $30 after and on race day
1M + Kiddie Dash (under 11) - $20 by Aug 6th; $23 after
5K + 1M + Kiddie Dash (under 11) - $25 before 8/5; $30 after and on race day
Early Packet Pick-up & Post Registration: Fri., Aug.21st at the Recreation building, 10am to 7pm. Race day registration beginning at 7am
Awards:
1st Place Overall Male & Female - $150
2nd Place Overall Male & Female - $125
3rd Place Overall Male & Female - $100
12 and under, 13-15, 16-19 and 5 year age groups (thru 85+);
Top Lacey Resident M/F; First Responder, Education Professional
Team Awards
Mayor’s Trophy and Team Challenge
Course: Flat USATF certified 5K course thru award-winning, scenic Gillie Park
Amenities: Custom designed performance Tech shirts guaranteed (adult sizes only) to pre-registrants
while supplies last, ChronoTrack Timing Technology by Elite Racing Systems,
multiple water stops, clocks at mile 1 & 2, prize drawings and Post-Race BBQ sponsored by Applebee's
Directions: Garden State Parkway to exit 74 (Forked River). Turn right on Lacey Rd., take jug handle just
before traffic light (2nd light from GSP north bound or 3rd light from GSP south bound) onto
Manchester Ave. Gille Park will be on the left. Use the second entrance into the park.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
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
83°
Typical Low
61°
Chance of Rain
25%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Toms River, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Forked River, NJ
Nearest Airport
ACY
Atlantic City International Airport · 36 mi
Major Hub
PHL
Philadelphia International Airport · 57 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Lacey 5K
Aug 22, 2026