Run For Casey 5K
Run For Casey 5K is a running race on May 1, 2027 in Cranford, NJ, with entry fees from $10 to $35.
- Date
- May 1, 2027 (177 days to go)
- Location
- Nomahegan Park, Cranford, NJ
- Price
- $10–$35
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
It may be almost Winter, but Spring will be here in no time! So that means it's time for the 5th Annual Run For Casey 5k! This 5k Run/Walk benefiting The Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood Foundation will take place at Nomahegan Park, in Cranford New Jersey, on Saturday, May 1st. The Nomahegan Park 5K route is USATF certified, and is a scenic and flat loop, with a water station around the halfway point. Perfect for Runners and Walkers of all levels.
The race will be chip timed, with medals for the top 3 Male and Female finishers in all age categories.
There will also be a kids 1 Mile Fun Run and kids corner with face painting, crafts, and raffles.
The Kids Fun run will start at 9:15. 5K start time is 10:00 am.
5k Early Bird Pricing: $35 through March, 31st
Race T-shirts guaranteed for everyone that registers before April 11th.
This race is being hosted by Ellen and Jonathan Young, in memory of their daughter Casey. Please visit our website, Remembering Casey, created to honor Casey's memory.
All proceeds raised from the run will directly support the SUDC Foundation's mission to promote awareness, fund research, and serve those affected by SUDC. SUDC is the fifth leading category of death in children ages one to four, yet SUDC receives no public funding. The SUDC Foundation provides all services at no cost to families.
Parking is available on site, and overflow parking is available at Union County College, across the street from Nomahegan Park.
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
68°
Typical Low
48°
Chance of Rain
38%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Cranford, 1 mi from the venue.
About Cranford, NJ
City Elevation
78 ft
Nearest Airport
EWR
Newark Liberty International Airport · 7 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Days to train
- Race
- Run For Casey 5K
- Date
- May 1, 2027
- Location
- Nomahegan Park, Cranford, NJ
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Run For Casey 5K
May 1, 2027