Mayor's Challenge 5K + 1 Mile Fun Run 2026

Join us for our 8th annual Mayor's Challenge with all proceeds to benefit a local charity TBD soon. The Mayor's Challenge takes place in the woods of Poricy Park! Please keep in mind this is a trail run which includes single track, hills, bridges, hills, woods...did we mention hills? The course is not suitable for strollers, trails are not paved. Join us first thing for a 5K Fitness Walk, a family-friendly 1 mile Fun Run, or gear up for the 5K Race - the choice is yours!

Saturday, October 3rd
Poricy Park, 345 Oak Hill Road, Red Bank
8:45am:  5K Fitness Walk
9:00am:  1mi Fun Run
9:30am:  5K Race

Registration

8:45am:  5K Fitness Walk - $20
9:00am:  1mi Fun Run - $25
9:30am:  5K Race - $30

Registration includes a shirt while supplies last. Bib with timing chip (runners only) and a medal!

Registration opens soon! Register early before prices increase closer to race day.

Prizes

Check out our awesome prizes for our 5K runners.

1st Female & Male Overall - NJ Devils Tickets
2nd Female & Male Overall - Hydration Backpack
3rd Female & Male Overall - Swag Bag
1st Female & Male Under 10 
1st Female & Male 11-17
1st Female & Male 18-49
1st Female & Male 50+

Prizes for top male and female 1 Mile Fun Run, too!

Course Map

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Beneficiary

Coming soon.

Sponsors

A variety of Sponsorship Opportunities are available for this event. Sponsorship registration opens March 1st, 2026, check back soon.