Cresskill 5K

Race Date

• Date: SUNDAY 9/27/2026
• Weather: Rain or SHINE!

Course Certification

• Course: USATF CERTIFIED COURSE!

Proceeds and Partnership

• Donation: 100% of the proceeds from this race are donated to the Cresskill Health and Wellness Foundation, the Cresskill Board of Health, in partnership with the Badges and Books Relief Project.
• Goal: These funds will be used to develop programs to ultimately improve the health and wellness of the residents of Cresskill.
• Beneficiaries: Funds will also be used to benefit the Cresskill Public Schools and local Non-Profit Health and Wellness organizations.
• Collaboration: The Board of Health is partnering with Badges and Books Relief Project, a local group supporting local families.

Badges & Books Relief Project

• Mission: The organization focuses on aiding families within Bergen County, New Jersey who have suffered a crisis and are in need.
• Aid Types: Assistance includes medical issues, economic issues, domestic violence, catastrophes, and other related issues.
• Support: BBRF provides holiday gifts to children in need and funds for essential items.
• Validation: Families are identified and vetted before assistance is provided.

For more information, visit https://www.badgesandbooks.org/

Diaper Dash

• Event: Second annual diaper dash for infants ages 6-12 months.
• Distance: Babies will crawl 10ft to the finish line, cheered on by proud parents and caregivers.
• Incentives: Every little crawler will receive a custom bib, keepsake certificate, and the fastest baby will take home a special prize.

Social Media Updates

• Facebook: Check for updates and photos at Cresskill Board of Health Facebook
• Instagram: Follow for updates at Cresskill 5K Instagram

Race Amenities

• DJs: DJ to entertain spectators!
• Kids Run: Kids Run at the Rogan Field!
• Awards: Awards for TOP 3 M/F Overall and Awards for TOP 3 under 16
• Refreshments: Post-race refreshments provided.
• T-shirts: Race T-shirts to the FIRST 300 REGISTRANTS.