Boys & Girls Club of Newark 5K

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2026

This annual 5K run/walk in Newark's Branch Brook Park supports the Boys & Girls Club of Newark. The event funds holistic wellness programs for children, including dental, vision, and mental health services. Participants receive a t-shirt and finisher medal on the USATF-certified course.

Sat 19 Sep 2026

Newark, New Jersey

Registration

5 kilometers

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Event Details

The Boys & Girls Club of Newark 5K to Wellness is a fundraiser run/walk event. It is scheduled for Saturday, September 19, 2026. The event will be the sixth annual edition.

Location and Course

The event takes place at the Cherry Blossom Welcome Center in Branch Brook Park, Newark, New Jersey. The course for the 5K is USATF-certified and sanctioned.

Beneficiary and Purpose

The event supports the Boys & Girls Club of Newark (BGCN). BGCN is an after-school program that provides holistic support services. These services include a pediatric dental center, food distributions, vision care, and social-emotional support for children. Past proceeds from this event have funded additional wellness staff and helped launch a mental and behavioral health clinic.

Participant Information

Registration for the event has a listed price of $45. Participants receive a t-shirt and a finisher medal. Awards are given for age groups.

Parking

Parking is available at the Cherry Blossom Welcome Center. Additional free parking is available at a side lot on Franklin Avenue. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km