Race to Build 5K
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Race to Build 5K and 1 Mile Walk
The Race to Build event is scheduled for November 7, 2026 at Overpeck Park, 199 Challenger Road, Ridgefield Park, New Jersey. The program includes a competitive 5K race and a casual 1 Mile walk. Net proceeds support Habitat for Humanity of Bergen County and their efforts to build and advocate for affordable housing in northern New Jersey.
- 5K race on a USATF certified paved course along the water
- 1 Mile Walk casual walk for families, retirees, and leashed pets
The 5K is an official USATF certified course and is part of the USATF Paul Miller Grand Prix Series, worth 500 points. The course is described as paved and routed through a scenic area of Overpeck Park along the water. Medals are awarded in male and female categories by five year age spans, covering age groups from Under 12 and 12 to 14 up through 85 and older, with a total of 102 medals noted. Registration details listed by the organizer include a $35 fee for the 5K and a $25 fee for the 1 Mile walk. Registration opening and closing dates are provided separately for each event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
