Run for Dad

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2026

Join Run for Dad on September 26 at Mercer County Park in West Windsor to support prostate cancer awareness with a 5K, 2 mile walk, virtual 5K and kids run. Enjoy family friendly festivities, refreshments and community fundraising energy.

Sat 26 Sep 2026

West Windsor Township, New Jersey

Registration

5 kilometers

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Events

The Run for Dad event includes these race options:

5K Run
2 Mile Walk
Virtual 5K
Prostate Cancer Survivor registration
Kids Run for small children

Registration opened December 30, 2025. Prices listed on the event page vary by entry type.

Event details

Run for Dad is an American Cancer Society community fundraising event held on September 26, 2026, at Mercer County Park - West Picnic Area in West Windsor Township, NJ. The event is in its 22nd year and was moved to September to align with Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. The event typically draws over 1,000 participants and aims to raise funds for prostate cancer awareness and education; the listed fundraising goal is $60,000.

Day-of arrangements include bib pick-up, day-of registration, and vendor booths. Refreshments for participants will include water, fruit, breakfast items, and granola bars. Awards for the 5K will include medals for the top three men and top three women in each age group. The event description notes small races for children in which participants are recognized. Information about routes and sponsors is provided on the event page. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km

5k Run

2 Mile Registration Walk

Virtual 5k Registration