Cranford Cupcake 5K – Vegan + Gluten Free Friendly 2026 — Cranford, NJ

Date
August 23, 2026
Location
Cranford, NJ
Venue
1033 Springfield Ave, (Across from Union Cty College)
Start Time
9:15 AM
Entry Fee
$27.00 – $40.00
Events
Cupcake 5K
Includes
T-Shirt or Tank Top
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Join Us for a Sweet 5K Run – A Fun Day with a Cause! Get ready for a fantastic 5K run at the beautiful Nomahegan Park! This scenic, flat course is perfect for runners, walkers, and everyone in between. You’ll enjoy picturesque ponds, quaint bridges, and the wildlife surrounding you as you run, walk, or even boogie your way to the finish line. Race Details: Date: Sunday August 23rd Day of Packet Pick-Up: 7:30 AM - 8:45 am - Race Start Time: 9:15 AM Early Packet Pick Up- Fleet Feet of Summit 10:30-1:30 - Saturday 8/22. Please note that late or early arrivals may not be able to be accomodated Sweet Treats and More: After the race, indulge in an assortment of delicious cupcakes, including: Regular Cupcakes Vegan Cupcakes Gluten-Free Cupcakes Awards: Top 3 Male and Female finishers in each age group: 11 and Under 12-15 16-19 20-29 30-39 40-49 50-59 60-69 70+ Charity Beneficiary: Proceeds from the race will support Metavivor Breast Cancer Research, funding vital research and providing suppor

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