Cranford Cupcake 5K
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Event
The Cranford Cupcake 5K - Vegan + Gluten Free Friendly is a 5K road event scheduled for August 2026 in Cranford, New Jersey (07016). The race is presented by Live Run Give LLC, a company founded in 2019 that supports nonprofit causes. Proceeds from this event will benefit Metavivor Breast Cancer Research, with a focus on funding research and support for people affected by Stage 4 cancer. The event offers post-race cupcakes in regular, vegan, and gluten-free options.
Details
The course is listed as a scenic, flat route at Nomahegan Park, featuring ponds, small bridges, and local wildlife. The stated meeting location is 1033 Springfield Ave (across from Union County College) in Cranford. Packet pick-up is available at Fleet Feet of Summit the day before the event and at the race start on event day; team packets can be bundled for a single pickup. The posted registration fee is $27, with a noted price increase after December 30, 2025, and group discounts are available. Awards are given to the top three male and female finishers in each age group: 11 and under, 12-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70+. Sponsors named include Alliance Orthopedics and Fleet Feet Northern New Jersey. A course map is provided by the organizer. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
