Race to Build 5K and 1-Mile Walk
Race to Build 5K and 1-Mile Walk is a running race on November 7, 2026 in Ridgefield Park, NJ, with entry fees from $25 to $35.
- Date
- November 7, 2026 (52 days to go)
- Price
- $25–$35
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Race Day Schedule and Location
The Race to Build 5K and 1-Mile Walk features a competitive 5K on a USATF Official Certified Course and a 1-Mile walk/fun run. The 5K will be a USATF Paul Miller Grand Prix Series worth 500 points. All proceeds will benefit Habitat for Humanity of Bergen County and their efforts to build and advocate for affordable housing in northern New Jersey.
Race Day Schedule and Location
The course starting line is located by the Overpeck County Park Amphitheater
Registration/Check In: 7:30AM
1-Mile Walk: 8:30AM
5K Race: 9:00AM
Closing Ceremony and Medals: 10:15AM - 11:00AM
Age Groups and Medals
Medals: Male and female categories in age groups of 5 years (6 medals per age group/102 medals in all)
Medal Categories: Under 12, 12-14, to 85+
About Habitat for Humanity of Bergen County
Our Mission is to provide decent, affordable, homes for hardworking Bergen County Families.
At Habitat for Humanity of Bergen County, we transform lives by making the dream of homeownership a reality for low to moderate income families. Through innovative partnerships and community collaboration, we help moderate- to low-income families build a solid foundation for the future—one home at a time.
We don’t just build houses — we build stability, opportunity, and community.
Events
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
59°
Typical Low
41°
Chance of Rain
30%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Teterboro Ap, 2 mi from the venue.
About Ridgefield Park, NJ
Population
13,167
as of 2023
City Elevation
78 ft
Nearest Airport
LGA
LaGuardia Airport · 10 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
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52
Days to train
- Race
- Race to Build 5K and 1-Mile Walk
- Date
- November 7, 2026
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Race to Build 5K and 1-Mile Walk
Nov 7, 2026