The Ridgewood Run
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The Ridgewood Run - 2026
The Ridgewood Run is the 49th annual road race held on May 25, 2026 at Veterans Memorial Field in Ridgewood, New Jersey. The event is produced by North Jersey Masters Running Club, a nonprofit 501(c)(3), and features USATF certified courses described as fast and flat.
Racing options listed for the event include:
- 10K
- 5K
- The Ridgewood Run Memorial Mile
- Fun Run for ages 12 and under
The program includes push rim wheelchair divisions for multiple distances and encourages wheelchair athletes to participate. Awards include prize money for top overall finishers and masters in the 5K and 10K, age group medals for the 5K and 10K, and top finisher awards for the Memorial Mile. Bonuses are offered for breaking course records.
Participant amenities noted are performance shirts guaranteed to the first 2000 registrants, personalized bibs if registered three weeks in advance, live results, free finish line photos, a beer garden, and children’s activities including a bounce house. Early bib pickup takes place at Road Runner Sports in Paramus on the days before the race. Proceeds benefit a range of local organizations and charities. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
