The 18th Annual FUCE 5K
- Date
- June 21 – July 1, 2026
- Distance
- 5K Fun Run/Walk · 5K Timed Run · FUCE5K Virtual Option & more
From the Organizer
It Takes A Borough (ITAB) is honored to host the annual FUCE 5K Family Fun Run/Walk in Mike Fuccile’s memory. On September 4, 2008, Mike Fuccile was murdered on his way to work in Jersey City where he served as a chief compliance officer for Merrill Lynch. Mike left behind his wife of ten years, Nancy, and their three children; Michael, Jack and Brooke. In 2009, The Fucille Foundation was established to help local families impacted by tragedy and it continued to do so until the end of 2023 when it passed its torch to ITAB. ITAB, a nonprofit organization, is dedicated to encouraging community solidarity, relies on financial contributions and tangible donations to create meaningful, positive impacts on members of its community affected by tragedy or unforeseen circumstances.
The tradition continues this year in dowtown Metuchen! For a preview of the certified course, please visit ittakesaborough.com.
Join us on Father's Day, June 21st at 8:30 AM to participate in this community event.
You have the option of an officially timed 5K race (a bib with a timing chip), an untimed 5k run/walk or a virtual run/walk. If you are NOT interested in your timed results and are attending the event in person, please choose the 5k run/walk. This option provides more funds to the organization as the cost for untimed bibs are slightly less. We are unable to provide an officially timed event for virtual participants, but you can still submit your results.
* Virtual 5K - You may choose to participate virtually in the FUCE 5K by requesting this option. ITAB will provide a race day material pickup option for you.
* 5K Electronically Timed Run - This 5K run will begin at 8:30am. It is a multi-surface 5K route that begins and ends in downtown Metuchen. You may choose to switch events at any time after registering.
* 5K Fun Run/Walk - The Fun Run/Walk will also begin at 8:30 and follow the same route as the 5K Timed Run. However, this option will not be timed. You may choose to switch events at any time after registering and before 8:00am on race day.
* If you chose to participate as a Family Supporter, formerly Family/Family Plus Sponsorship, individual members can participate in any option. We ask that if none of the members of your family wish to be timed or you will not be joining us for the event, that you choose the "Family Supporter - No Timed Runners" option. This will allow for more of your contribution to go directly to families in need.
All participants will receive a race day numbered bib. Registrations received by 11:59 PM on 5/15 will receive a T-Shirt. Registrations after 5/15 are not guaranteed a t-shirt.
AWARDS :
- Medal for top overall male and top overall female
- 1st, 2nd, 3rd candy "medal" for bracket 4-8
- 1st, 2nd, 3rd place medals for the following age brackets
AGE BRACKETS :
- 4-8
- 9-12
- 13-17
- 18-29
- 30-39
- 40-49
- 50-59
- 60-69
- 70+
We hope you will join us for the 18th Annual FUCE 5K Family Fun Run/Walk/Run/Virtual Run!
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
86°
Typical Low
62°
Chance of Rain
35%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Plainfield, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Metuchen, NJ
Population
14,982
as of 2023
Elevation
108 ft
Nearest Airport
EWR
Newark Liberty International Airport · 14 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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What Are You
Waiting For?
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13
Days to train
- Race
- The 18th Annual FUCE 5K
- Date
- June 21 – July 1, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is The 18th Annual FUCE 5K?
- The 18th Annual FUCE 5K is a running race held in Metuchen, New Jersey on June 21, 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 18th Annual FUCE 5K?
- Sunday, June 21, 2026 in Metuchen, New Jersey at New Street between Center Street and Pearl Street - GPS Address 34 New Street, Metuchen, NJ. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for The 18th Annual FUCE 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
The 18th Annual FUCE 5K
Jun 21, 2026