Healing Meals Community 5K – Ridgewood, NJ 2026

Date
April 26, 2026
Location
Ridgewood, NJ
Venue
1133 E. Ridgewood Ave
Start Time
8:30 AM
Entry Fee
$25.00
Events
5K Run/Walk
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The Healing Meals Community 5K is a 5-kilometer running race taking place on April 26, 2026, in Ridgewood, New Jersey. The event starts at 8:30 AM at 1133 E. Ridgewood Ave. Entry is $25.00. This community-focused race offers a straightforward 5K distance, making it accessible for runners of various fitness levels looking to support a local cause. If you're traveling to Ridgewood for the race, you'll want accommodation within easy reach of the venue for an early morning start.

From the Race Organizer
Run with us and turn miles into meals for families who need it most! Every registration brings a healing meal to families and seniors in need! Sign up to ensure families and seniors in our community are nourished when they need it most. Our race will be broken up into two divisions: Open and Elite. The elite category will consist of the top ten seed times for each male and female. ONLY the elites will be eligible to receive prizes (Top 3 males and females). The prize will be a Fleet Feet gift certificate, in amounts of $70, $40, and $20 for top 3 (M and F). We will inform you of your placement in the elite category within 24 hours of the race. The majority of entries will be racing in the Open category. The The open category will be a fun, exciting run/walk for the community to enjoy. Our race will be hand timed, meaning that you will receive your time at the finish line, there will also be a livestream on our Youtube channel which you can refer back to in case you would like to remind

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Race Travel Insurance

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You've trained for months and booked a trip to Ridgewood, NJ. A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing. Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it, and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run 5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no additional coverage needed.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Healing Meals Community 5K – Ridgewood, NJ 2026?

Healing Meals Community 5K – Ridgewood, NJ 2026 takes place on April 26, 2026. The race is held in Ridgewood, New Jersey.

Where is Healing Meals Community 5K – Ridgewood, NJ 2026 held?

Healing Meals Community 5K – Ridgewood, NJ 2026 is held at 1133 E. Ridgewood Ave in Ridgewood, New Jersey.

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