# Boys & Girls Clubs of Newark 5K to Wellness - **When:** Fri, Sep 18, 2026 · 7:00 PM CDT - **Where:** Cherry Blossom Welcome Center, Newark, NJ, 07104 - **Event page:** https://runthis.run/event/rs-108839-boys-girls-clubs-of-newark-5k-to-wellness ## Registration Register on the event's own site: https://runsignup.com/Race/NJ/Newark/BoysGirlsClubofNewark5KtoWellness?aflt_token=58wBqomPr6bPwa1YDhuKo0IQvrNCjzTq ## Description Join the 6th Annual Boys & Girls Clubs of Newark 5K to Wellness at beautiful Branch Brook Park — one of Essex County’s premier parks and home to one of the most scenic running courses in New Jersey! Whether you’re running for a PR, walking with friends and family, or supporting an amazing cause, this event is designed to bring the community together for a morning of fitness, fun, and impact. Participants will enjoy: 🏅 Finisher medals for ALL runners ⏱️ Professionally timed race with LIVE results 📍 USATF-certified course is flat and fast! 🎶 Music, entertainment & an exciting finish festival atmosphere 📸 Professional race photography 🏆 Age group awards 👟 Beautiful course through historic Branch Brook Park 💙 The opportunity to support the Boys & Girls Club of Newark and youth wellness initiatives Awards: Top 3 Overall Male & Female finishers, plus Top 3 Male & Female in each age group: 19 & Under, 20–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59, 60–69, 70–79, and 80+. Celebrate health, community, and giving back at an unforgettable morning at Newark's beautiful Branch Brook Park! See you at the start line! --- Source: [https://runthis.run/event/rs-108839-boys-girls-clubs-of-newark-5k-to-wellness](https://runthis.run/event/rs-108839-boys-girls-clubs-of-newark-5k-to-wellness) — data from Run This (runthis.run).