Mayor's Community 5K Run

MAY
31
2026
The Harrison Community 5K at Veterans Plaza celebrates America’s 250th Anniversary with a 5K, a 1.5 km walk and a dog walk. Proceeds support local charities and the event features shirts, medals for the 5K, live results and post race wellness activities.
Sun 31 May 2026
5 kilometers

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Harrison Community 5K, May 31, 2026

The Harrison Community 5K is a community running and walking event held at Veterans Plaza on Harrison Avenue in Harrison, New Jersey. The event marks America’s 250th Anniversary and aims to promote health, community engagement, and local charitable support. Proceeds will benefit community charities and local outreach programs.

Distances and options:

  • 5K Run/Walk : paid entry; includes T‑shirt and finisher medal.
  • 1.5 km Walk : untimed, free; T‑shirt included, no medal.
  • Dog Walk : untimed, free; T‑shirt included, no medal.

Event amenities include live text and email results, free finish line photos, DJ music, post race yoga, a massage and recovery station, and photo opportunities. The first 300 registrants receive a T‑shirt. Participants who register at least three weeks before the event will have their name printed on their bib. Bib pickup is available starting one hour before the event; last minute registrants may receive their bib number by text.

The course runs through community streets and nearby parks in Harrison, with spectator friendly sections, clearly marked routes, volunteer support, water stations, and course marshals. Top three male and female finishers receive trophies.

The event is associated with the Purpose Runners Foundation, a nonprofit that supports youth and community programs and charity partnerships through running events. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km
5k Run/walk
1.5k Walk
Dog Walk
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