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Saturday, November 28th, 2026
Registration- American Legion Hall on Willow Grove St, Hackettstown NJ
5K
31–44°F · some rain risk
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2025
28–38°F
dry
2024
37–42°F
rain
2023
25–33°F
dry
2022
38–48°F
dry
2021
29–39°F
dry
2020
37–51°F
dry
2019
32–46°F
dry
2018
31–37°F
dry
2017
28–51°F
dry
2016
28–48°F
dry
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About this race
Race Overview
This race is in memory of Margaret Walling, a young Hackettstown resident who lost her battle with a malignant brain tumor in December of 2013 after a brave and valiant fight. Smiles For Margaret gives money raised to families with children fighting cancer.
Fundraising Purpose
Smiles for Margaret is continuing to raise funds in Margaret's memory in order to help other local families whose children have also been diagnosed with life-threatening cancers.
Event Details
- Date: 2026-11-28
- Location: American Legion Hall on Willow Grove St, Hackettstown, NJ
- Check-in: 8:30-9:30 AM
- Race Start: 10:00 AM
Registration Information
Register at https://runsignup.com/race/nj/margaretwalling between now and Saturday, November 28th to continue your support of our mission. Donations are always welcome.
Additional Information
- Facebook: For more information on this and other fundraisers, please go to www.facebook.com/smilesformargaret
- Contact: If you need information about this race, please contact info@smilesformargaret.org
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