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Saturday, October 24th, 2026
Overpeck County Park - Pavilion at Overpeck Park, Ridgefield Park NJ
5K
32–45°F · some rain risk
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On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2025
29–40°F
dry
2024
28–32°F
dry
2023
29–41°F
dry
2022
33–54°F
rain
2021
45–62°F
rain
2020
33–39°F
dry
2019
28–47°F
dry
2018
26–40°F
dry
2017
38–56°F
dry
2016
32–44°F
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Race-day forecast says layers
32°F at the start.
Gloves, ear warmers, throwaway layers, hand warmers — delivered before race day.
Race-day forecast · Saturday, Oct 24
Cloudy · 40–54°F
Saturday, Oct 24starts near 40°F · 6% chance of rain · wind up to 8 mph
About this race
Kick off the holiday season with a fun and festive run for all ages! It’s the SWEETEST run of the season! 🍪☕️👟 Lace up, laugh loud, and get ready for the Holiday Hustle 5k — where holiday cheer meets sweet goodness! Presented by Fleet Feet Northern NJ and Asics! Enjoy a flat and fast, USATF Certified 5-kilometer course.
Run, walk, or prance like a reindeer through Overpeck Park and cross the finish line to a well-deserved reward: warm cocoa, fresh cookies, and all the cozy holiday vibes. 🎅✨ Santa Costumes included for the first 500 participants
Whether you’re running for a personal best or strolling with friends and family, this is the perfect way to stay active, spread joy, and soak up the holiday spirit.
Fast or not-so-fast, everyone leaves smiling (and maybe with a cookie crumb or two).
📅 Date: 12/6/2026
📍 Location: Overpeck Park
🕘 Start Time: 9.30am
🎁 Includes: Race entry, medal, Santa suit, cocoa & cookies, and holiday fun for all ages
Don’t wait — lace up, bring your friends, and get ready to run, sip, and celebrate the most wonderful time of the year.
Details:
- Parking at Pavilion Overpeck Park
- Bathrooms
- Race volunteers
- Post-run food and drink
Training Programs:
SIGNUP HERE
Program Start Date: October 12, 2026
Program Schedule:
Westfield: Thursday 6:30pm and Saturday 8:30am
Ridgewood: Wednesday 6:30pm and Saturday 8:30am
Program Length: 8 weeks
Program Fee: $150 (early bird $120 until 9/13/26)
Race Entry Discount: $20
Already completed a 5K or graduated from a run/walk program and ready for what’s next? No Boundaries 5K training program is an eight-week, coach-led program designed to help you run your next 5K with more strength, confidence, and consistency. You’ll get structure, support from mentors, and the motivation of a community alongside you. This is a running-focused program for participants who want to build on the achievement of finishing a 5K. You’ll learn how to run stronger, steadier, and feel more confident from start to finish.
Participant Perks:
A supportive and welcoming community of runners
Guidance from experienced coaches and mentors who have been in your shoes
Saucony short sleeve training shirt
Activations such as Saucony shoe demos and giveaways
Exclusive Fleet Feet gear up opportunities
Weekly newsletters with tips, education and resources to guide your training
An 8 week step-by-step training plan that builds confidence and fitness safely
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