9th Annual Hero 5K Run/Walk

🏃‍♂️ Event Details

• Date: 2024-11-03
• Location: 400 Paramus Road, Paramus, NJ
• Start Time: 8:30 AM
• Registration: Online only, no cash or checks accepted on race morning.

👕 Shirt Information

• Shirt Availability: Sold out, not guaranteed for registrations after 12 noon on 11/2.
• Leftover Shirts: May be available after the event on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Registration Incentive: First 300 registrants will receive a race shirt.
• Awards: Overall and age group award winners will receive a HERO 5K pint glass.

🚶‍♂️ Race Day Instructions

• Arrival: Enter from Paramus Road, go straight through the circle to Parking Lot A.
• Parking: After parking, walk through the college to Parking Lot C (5-minute walk).
• Check-In: 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM: bag drop available.
• Kids 1K Start Time: 9:30 AM, with check-in next to the bounce house in the Kids Village.

👦 Kids 1K Fun Run

• Eligibility: Open to all kids under 7 years old.
• Course: 1K loop around the parking lot, finishing at the official finish line.
• Perks: Every registered child receives a customizable cape and a finishers medal.
• Kids Village: Opens at 7:30 AM for fun activities.

🎖️ Awards and Support

• Overall Awards: Top 3 male and female finishers.
• Age Group Awards: Top 3 in each age category: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 plus.
• Proceeds: All funds raised go to support the Veterans of Bergen Community College.
• Event Confirmation: This is a 2024 Grand Prix Event.

📸 Photos and Updates

• Race Photos: Available at Race Photos
• Packet Pick-Up: Early packet pick-up will be held the Friday before the event: details to follow.
• Kids 1K Pick-Up: No early pick-up for the kids: they will receive capes on race day.
• Weather Forecast: Expect a beautiful day for the race!

🌟 Get Involved!

• Support Veterans: Come out on November 3rd to support our Veterans on our scenic course.
• Bring Your Strollers: Strollers are welcome for participants.
• Join Us: We look forward to seeing you at the HERO 5K 2024!
• Website: For more information, visit Race Registration.