The Best Races - Camden
Always double-check with the organizer's website! This page may contain affiliate links.
Event Overview
The event is called Run for Mental Health and takes place at Wiggins Waterfront Park on Riverside Drive in Camden, New Jersey. It is scheduled for Saturday, September 12, 2026.
Race Distances
Participants can choose from several distances:
- 5K
- 10K
- Half-Marathon (13.1 miles)
- Virtual Run (can be completed any time and place)
- Family 1 Mile Fun Run
Event Details
The run is described as a smaller, private group run with a participant cap per wave. All paces and ages are welcome to run or walk, with participants under 18 requiring a guardian. There are multiple wave start times, assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. Late runners can run upon arrival, as coordinators stay on-site for three hours after the first wave starts.
Timing is optional and can be self-tracked via running apps or with help from coordinators; no timing chips are used. Race bibs are provided on the day of the event.
Participant Perks
Registration includes a swag bag with items shipped to the participant's US mailing address:
- A running T-shirt
- A finisher's towel or giveaway
- A finisher's medal
- A digital training pack Participants also receive access to online results, a certificate of completion, and an invitation to join a local running club. Technical running shirts are available as an optional upgrade.
Additional Information
Packet pickup is not required, as swag is shipped directly to participants. A final update with course maps and details is emailed the Wednesday before the race. The event organizer, The Best Races, runs charity initiatives and offers a race bundle discount for signing up for multiple events. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
