2026 NEW YEAR'S 5K & 1.5K Pup Strut

2026 NEW YEAR'S 5K & 1.5K Pup Strut Race Information

<p>Start 2026 with a Bang — and a Little Sweat!</p> <p><br />What better way to kick off the new year than by running (or walking) into it with friends, family, and your favorite four-legged companion? The Hangover 5K &amp; 2K Pup StrutWalk is your chance to start fresh, have fun, and support a great cause — to kick off the year!</p> <p>What better way to celebrate than a Hot, Steaming Empanada from I&amp;V Delights!</p> <p>Whether you’re chasing a personal best, shaking off the New Year’s Eve cobwebs, or just enjoying a stroll with your pup, this event is for YOU. All ages, all paces, and all furry friends are welcome!</p> <p> <br />Registration Includes:</p> <p><br />Entry to the 5K or 1-Mile Pup Strut, </p> <p><br /><span style="font-size:18pt"><strong><span style="background-color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"><span style="background-color:rgb( 45 , 194 , 107 )"><span style="background-color:rgb( 241 , 196 , 15 )">Long-sleeved tech shirt (guaranteed if you register by December 12)</span></span></span></strong></span></p> <p><br /><br />Awesome finisher medal and ribbon-guaranteed for the first 200 runners/walkers that register, but all finishers will receive a one of a kind MegaBite runs finisher medal. </p> <p><br />A hot fresh empanada form I and V Delighted  at the finish line... as well as a treat for your Fur Baby courtesy of Tater Bear treats </p> <p>Running for a Cause-</p> <p>Proceeds from this event benefit Camp Quality NJ, a nonprofit that supports children with cancer and their families through year-round, cost-free programs focused on hope, resilience, and fun.<br />Learn more: Camp Quality <a target="_blank">NJ-https://www.campqualityusa.org/camp/new-jersey/</a></p> <p> </p> <p>when you arrive at the park, please enter through the Kuser Road entrance. There are multiple parking lots, but we’ll be set up at the start finish line over past the skate park by the covered patio/gazebo.</p> <p>pre-Race packet pick up info is coming soon. But you can always pick it up day at the Race starting at 9 AM at the start/finish line.  </p> <p>The race will start at 11 o’clock sharp. <br /><br /></p>