Healthy Kids Running Series Fall 2026 - Camden, NJ

Who We Are

• Program Duration: Healthy Kids Running Series is a five (5) week running program in the spring and fall for kids Pre-K through 8th grade.
• Event Frequency: Each HKRS Series takes place once a week.
• Age-Appropriate Events: Events include the 50 & 75 yard dashes, the 1/4 mile, the 1/2 mile, and the 1 mile run.
• Points System: Kids will earn points for each race they complete based on their finish.

Pricing

• Registration Fee: The registration fee covers the entire five (5) weeks of the Series.
• Included Items: Participants will receive race bibs for each week, a runner shirt, a finisher medal, and any sponsor giveaways.
• Policy: Registration is non-refundable and non-transferable to other races.

Challenger

• Adaptive Race: This Series offers a Challenger Division which is an adaptive 75 yard race for children with disabilities and/or special needs.
• Support: Parents, siblings, and friends are allowed on the course to provide support.
• Supportive Devices: Runners can bring their own supportive devices such as crutches, braces, wheelchairs, etc.

Awards

• Medals: All participants receive a medal on Week 5!
• Trophies: Trophies will be awarded to the overall top finishers in each division.
• Divisions: Awards are broken out by boys and girls respectively in the following divisions:
• Kindergarten & 1st Grade
• 2nd & 3rd Grade
• 4th & 5th Grade
• 6th to 8th Grade
• Challenger

Community Engagement

• Social Media: Share your running photos with our community!
• Follow Us: Find us on Facebook @HealthyKidsRunning or Instagram @healthykidsrs!
• Hashtag: #GetUpandGo

Event Details

• Date: September 16, 2026
• Location: The Salvation Army Kroc Center of Philadelphia, Camden, NJ
• More Information: Visit the official race page for more details.