34TH Annual
The 34th Annual Labor Day 5K Race & 1.5 Mile Family Fitness Walk
The 34th Annual Labor Day 5K Race & 1.5 Mile Family Fitness Walk is a running race on September 7, 2026 in South Plainfield, NJ, with entry fees from $5 to $20.
- Date
- September 7, 2026 (6 days to go)
- Price
- $5–$20
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
We are excited to announce that the 34th Annual Labor Day 5K Race and Family Fitness Walk is back at its regular time! Join us at 9:30 a.m. for the event kickoff! Registration will begin at 8:15am.
Run along the parade route right before the parade starts while the parade spectators cheer you on. Stay to watch the parade afterward!
Fun for any level participant...
REMINDER: Roads close in South Plainfield around 9:00 a.m. You should arrive on or before that time to park and register.
Events
Weather
Race-Day Forecast
Live forecast from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Race Day
Monday, 9/7
High
79°
Low
60°
Conditions
Sunny
Chance of Rain
14%
Wind
0 to 5 mph
Host City
About South Plainfield, NJ
Nearest Airport
EWR
Newark Liberty International Airport · 15 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Days to train
- Race
- The 34th Annual Labor Day 5K Race & 1.5 Mile Family Fitness Walk
- Date
- September 7, 2026
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The 34th Annual Labor Day 5K Race & 1.5 Mile Family Fitness Walk
Sep 7, 2026