Let's start the 4th of July celebration early with a fun, 5k on a USATF certified course in Oak Ridge Park, Clark. Professionally timed by COMPUSCORE, Red , White & Blue bandana for all registrants. Our course will have one water stop, post-race refreshments and RED , WHITE & BLUE medals to all finishers. Awards to Top 3 Overall (Male/Female) and Top 3 Masters (Male/Female). Plenty of parking on site. Registration is online only - NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION and we will cap the race at 250 participants. A portion of the proceeds will be used to benefit CRANFORD VFW POST 335 . Event: Sunday June 28, 2026 - 8 a.m. ***NEW DATE*** RED , WHITE & BLUE 5K - hosted by Central Jersey Road Runner Club Early Bird Pricing: $17.76 (thru 2/28/2026) with periodic price increases A portion of the proceeds will be donated to a local charity serving the community in which we run. You will have the option to make a small donation as well, if you are able. Course Description: The course is USATF certified th
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for June 28.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Clark, 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.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
