Girls on the Run 5K - Sparta
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Girls on the Run 5K - Sparta
The Girls on the Run 5K is an end of season, celebratory event held on November 15, 2026 at Sussex County Fairgrounds in Augusta, NJ. The event is a 5K course (3.1 miles) and serves as the closing event for Girls on the Run programs, giving participants a tangible sense of accomplishment.
Program participants receive a commemorative medal. Registered participants who complete the course may receive a t shirt while supplies last. Program participants in the council have already been registered and do not need to register again. Family members and community participants may register separately to take part in the event. Registration fees vary by date: $35 pre-registration until 10/10; $38 from 10/10 to 11/11; $40 from 11/11 through same day registration. Liability waivers are part of 5K registration.
The event is designed to be inclusive and accessible; participants can walk, run, roll or push at their own pace and designated parking is available. Each participant is assigned a running buddy for the duration of the course. The council maintains a safety plan, monitors the course, and conducts head counts. Volunteer roles include set up and tear down, registration, course marshals, running buddies, water stations, cheer stations, and activity stations; volunteers appointed through the council undergo a background check. The council may also use external community 5Ks or offer virtual 5K options. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
