The Best Races - Central Waterfront

Event overview

The Always Hope Easter Run is scheduled for Saturday, April 4, 2026, at Wiggins Waterfront Park, Riverside Drive, Camden, NJ. The event offers multiple race distances and formats, including:

• 5K
• 10K
• Half-marathon (13.1)
• Virtual Run
• Family 1 Mile Fun Run

The event uses timed start waves with a cap per wave; waves are assigned on a first-come, first-serve basis. A virtual option is available if waves fill. Timing is optional and there are no timing chips; participants may track time with an app or ask coordinators to record times. Coordinators remain on site for three hours after the first wave.

Logistics and inclusions

Registered participants receive a swag package that includes a running t-shirt (shipped to US addresses), a finisher's towel or giveaway, a finisher's medal, and a digital training pack. Technical running shirts are available as an upgrade for an additional fee. Race bibs are provided on race day and most swag is shipped directly to the registrant; shirts are mailed the week of the race and may arrive after the event for late registrations. Online results and a certificate of completion are offered. The event lists several sponsors, including Gatorade and local running partners, and notes that post-race miles may support charity initiatives. Registration is shown as open from Oct 1 to Apr 4. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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