Project Purple Pretzel Run
Project Purple Pretzel Run is a running race on July 11, 2027 in Cranford, NJ, with an entry fee of $35.
- Date
- July 11, 2027 (289 days to go)
- Price
- $35
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Early Packet Pick Up 7-11
Fleet Feet Summit 10:30-1:30
Day of 7-8 am.
Please arrive to the park no later than 7:45 am for parking and restrooms
8:30 am Race Start
More Than a Race
Join us for the Project Purple Pretzel Run 5K and enjoy a beautiful morning at Nomahegan Park while supporting an incredible cause.
Whether you're racing for a personal best, walking with friends, or simply enjoying the outdoors, this flat and scenic course is perfect for participants of all ages and abilities. Wind your way through one of Union County's most picturesque parks, featuring peaceful ponds, shaded pathways, and beautiful summer scenery.
Event Highlights
🥨 Flat and fast 5K course
🥨 Water station at approximately Mile 1.5
🥨 Finisher medal for all participants
🥨 Event shirt included while supplies last
🥨 Delicious pretzel at the finish line
🥨 Walkers welcome
No hills. No excuses. Just a great morning for a great cause.
Supporting Project Purple
A portion of proceeds will benefit Project Purple, a nonprofit organization dedicated to fighting pancreatic cancer through research, patient support, and awareness initiatives.
Since 2010, Project Purple has worked tirelessly to improve outcomes for patients and families affected by pancreatic cancer while funding critical research efforts aimed at finding a cure.
Together, we can help create a future free from pancreatic cancer.
Learn more about Project Purple's mission through the link above.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Interested in becoming a sponsor or community partner?
Contact us at:
liverungivellc@gmail.com
We offer opportunities for businesses of all sizes to support the event while gaining valuable community exposure.
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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
86°
Typical Low
68°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Cranford.
About Cranford, NJ
City Elevation
78 ft
Nearest Airport
EWR
Newark Liberty International Airport · 7 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Waiting For?
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289
Days to train
- Race
- Project Purple Pretzel Run
- Date
- July 11, 2027
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Project Purple Pretzel Run
Jul 11, 2027