Somerset County Operation Helping Hand: Running for Recovery 5K Run and Walk
- Date
- September 12, 2026
- Distance
- 5K · KIDS DASH
From the Organizer
Somerset County Operation Helping Hand: Running for Recovery 5K Run & Walk
📍 Duke Island Park, Bridgewater, NJ
📅 September 12, 2026
Join us for a powerful morning of community, movement, and purpose at the Somerset County Operation Helping Hand: Running for Recovery 5K Run & Walk. Set against the scenic backdrop of Duke Island Park, this event brings together runners, walkers, families, and supporters to raise awareness and support recovery efforts throughout Somerset County.
Whether you're chasing a personal best, walking alongside friends, or showing support for a loved one, this event is about coming together to make a difference. Every step taken helps shine a light on recovery, resilience, and hope.
The event features:
• A USATF Grand Prix 5K on a fast, flat course perfect for all levels
• A welcoming 5K Walk for participants of all ages and abilities
• A fun and energetic Kids Dash, giving our youngest participants a chance to be part of the day
Operation Helping Hand (OHH) is a program where law enforcement plays an integral role in identifying individuals with substance use disorders and, together with community partners, serves as a point of entry into treatment and/or recovery support services. By conducting door-to-door outreach or by deploying the mobile van, Somerset County OHH’s goal during each encounter is to have law enforcement, accompanied by recovery support specialists, engage residents in need by providing on-the-spot referrals to treatment and other resources. Operation Helping Hand is dedicated to supporting individuals and families impacted by substance use, providing critical resources, outreach, and pathways to recovery. Your participation helps strengthen these efforts and build a healthier community.
Come run. Come walk. Come support recovery.
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
78°
Typical Low
55°
Chance of Rain
27%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Somerville 4 Nw, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Bridgewater, NJ
Elevation
98 ft
Nearest Airport
EWR
Newark Liberty International Airport · 25 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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- Race
- Somerset County Operation Helping Hand: Running for Recovery 5K Run and Walk
- Date
- September 12, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Somerset County Operation Helping Hand: Running for Recovery 5K Run and Walk?
- Somerset County Operation Helping Hand: Running for Recovery 5K Run and Walk is a running race held in Bridgewater, New Jersey on September 12, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Somerset County Operation Helping Hand: Running for Recovery 5K Run and Walk?
- Saturday, September 12, 2026 in Bridgewater, New Jersey at 191 Old York Road, Bridgewater, NJ. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Somerset County Operation Helping Hand: Running for Recovery 5K Run and Walk?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Somerset County Operation Helping Hand: Running for Recovery 5K Run and Walk
Sep 12, 2026