Event Description

This is one of the best 5K races held in northern New Jersey and still only $25 if you pre-register ($20 for USATF members) with no extra fees for online registration. There is also a 1 mile fun run and health walk around Verona Park.

The 5K race is a USATF-NJ grand prix event on a fast USATF certified course through the streets of Verona with the start on Lakeside Avenue and a scenic finish in Verona Park. 

This race is organized entirely by volunteers from Verona UNICO and the Essex Running Club with all proceeds going towards local charities and scholarships.

Electronic chip timing of the 5K race by CompuScore with results published on their website at www.compuscore.com. Awards and Fleet Feet gift certificates to the top 3 finishers in 5 year age groups. Running shoes presented by Fleet Feet Sports to the 1st overall male and female winner. Gift certificate for Bella Gente Restaurant to oldest M/F finisher. 

T-shirts to all pre-registered entries and on race day while supplies last. Bagels, fruit and other refreshments provided after the race at the finish area.