Run in the Park–Highland Park 5K – Highland Park, NJ 2026
The Run in the Park–Highland Park 5K starts at 9:00 AM, giving you a reasonable window for morning travel on race day. The event takes place in Highland Park, New Jersey, with the venue at 102 N. 5th Ave. You'll be racing a standard 5K distance. Entry fees range from $12 to $45 depending on registration timing and options. This May race is straightforward to plan around if you're coming from the surrounding New York or New Jersey areas. Confirm parking and course specifics with the race organizer beforehand to finalize your logistics and prepare your pre-race routine accordingly.
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Run in the Park–Highland Park 5K – Highland Park, NJ 2026
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for May 3.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Highland Park, 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
- Emergency medical up to $250,000
- Cancel For Any Reason add-on available
- 24/7 real-time support
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is Run in the Park–Highland Park 5K – Highland Park, NJ 2026?
Run in the Park–Highland Park 5K – Highland Park, NJ 2026 takes place on May 3, 2026. The race is held in Highland Park, New Jersey.
Where is Run in the Park–Highland Park 5K – Highland Park, NJ 2026 held?
Run in the Park–Highland Park 5K – Highland Park, NJ 2026 is held at 102 N. 5th Ave. in Highland Park, New Jersey.
Where can I find hotels near Run in the Park–Highland Park 5K – Highland Park, NJ 2026?
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