Lacey 5K

26th Anniversary of the LACEY 5K

www.lacey5K.com
Saturday, August 22, 2026

At Gille Park, Manchester Ave., Forked River, NJ

Proceeds Benefit

• Substance Abuse Prevention: Supporting local initiatives.
• Recreation Dept: Enhancing community recreational facilities.
• Lacey Food Bank: Assisting those in need.

Entry Fees

• 5K: $35 Pre-registered by 8/5: $40 after and on race day.
• Students 18 and under: $25 Pre-registered by 8/5: $30 after and on race day.
• 1 Mile: $20 Pre-registered by 8/5: $23 after and on race day.
• Kiddie Dash: $20 Ages 2-11 (Each participant receives a medal, Italian ice and Happy Meal coupon).

Bundle Options

• 5K + 1 Mile: $35 by 8/5, $40 after and on race day.
• 5K + Kiddie Dash: $25 before 8/5, $30 after and on race day.
• 1 Mile + Kiddie Dash: $20 by 8/5: $23 after.
• 5K + 1 Mile + Kiddie Dash: $25 before 8/5: $30 after and on race day.

Packet Pickup

Early Packet Pick-up & Post Registration: Fri., Aug. 21st at the Recreation building, 10am to 7pm. Race day registration beginning at 7am.

Awards

• 1st Place Overall Male & Female: $150.
• 2nd Place Overall Male & Female: $125.
• 3rd Place Overall Male & Female: $100.
• Ages 12 and under: 13-15, 16-19 and 5 year age groups (thru 85+).

Team Awards

Mayor’s Trophy and Team Challenge.

Course

Flat USATF certified 5K course through award-winning, scenic Gillie Park.

Amenities

• Performance Tech Shirts: Custom designed, guaranteed to pre-registrants while supplies last.
• Timing Technology: ChronoTrack Timing Technology by Elite Racing Systems.
• Water Stops: Multiple locations along the course.
• Post-Race BBQ: Sponsored by Applebee's.

Directions

Garden State Parkway to exit 74 (Forked River). Turn right on Lacey Rd., take jug handle just before traffic light (2nd light from GSP northbound or 3rd light from GSP southbound) onto Manchester Ave. Gille Park will be on the left. Use the second entrance into the park.

More Information

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