Ballet 5K

APR
12
2026
Lace up or don a tutu for the Ballet 5K or playful Tutu 2K along the scenic Musconetcong River in Hackettstown, NJ. Family friendly fundraiser benefits New Jersey Civic Youth Ballet with awards and team prizes.
Sun 12 Apr 2026
5 kilometers

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Event overview

The Ballet 5K & Tutu 2K takes place on Sunday, April 12, 2026, in Hackettstown, New Jersey. The event is a fundraiser benefiting the New Jersey Civic Youth Ballet. Registration fees listed on the event page are $30 for the Ballet 5K and $20 for the Tutu 2K; prices increase after March 12, 2026.

Distances

  • 5 km Ballet 5K
  • 2 km Tutu 2K

Course and location

Both races are held at Hackettstown Riverfront Park on Seber Road, Hackettstown, NJ 07840. The course runs on a mix of crushed gravel and paved bike paths and follows sections along the Musconetcong River. The route is described as flat.

Awards and teams

Prizes are given to male and female winners. Medals are awarded to male and female winners in these age groups: under 15, 16-30, 31-45, 46-60, and 61+. Teams are encouraged; the largest team receives race day perks and the team that raises the most money receives a prize. The event is presented as family and kid friendly and open to runners and walkers. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.