9RunRun 5K & Color Fun Run

Sat, Apr 18, 2026, 9:00 AM EDT

First-Year Event· Help them grow

Location: Manchester Township, NJ; 101 Hawks Way, 08759
Type: RUN

At a glance

A family-friendly 5K and Color Fun Run packed with activities, supporting the Manchester Police Foundation and local public safety.

Fun
Competitive
Quirky
For a Cause

Who it's for

Family Friendly
Military & First Responders
School & Youth Teams

Great for: families, cause-driven runners

Less ideal for: walkers-only pacing

Join the first annual 9RunRun 5K and Color Fun Run in Manchester Township, supporting the Manchester Police Foundation. This family-friendly event offers options for every runner, whether you're aiming for a personal best in the 5K or enjoying a colorful walk. Beyond the races, enjoy a Touch-A-Truck event, a dunk tank, food trucks, a DJ, and a gift raffle. It's a wonderful opportunity for fitness, fun, and community support, with all proceeds benefiting local police training and welfare.

What to expect

Choose between a timed 5K run or a vibrant Color Fun Run.Enjoy family-friendly activities like a Touch-A-Truck event, dunk tank, food trucks, and a DJ.Early registrants receive an event t-shirt, and medals are awarded to top finishers.

Standout details

Color Fun Run option
Supports Manchester Police Foundation
Touch-A-Truck & Dunk Tank
Medals for top responders

Perks & features

Food & Drink
Shirt

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Auto-drafted from the public listing — confirm details on the official event page before signing up.

Distances & registration

2 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

1 Miles
Sat, Apr 18, 10:00 AM EDT · From $22.20
Opens Jan 5, 2026, 8:53 PM EST · Closes Apr 18, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT
5K
Sat, Apr 18, 9:00 AM EDT · From $22.20
Opens Jan 5, 2026, 8:53 PM EST · Closes Jan 31, 2026, 7:00 PM EST

The course

Flat
Family-oriented

Vibe Check

Easygoing

5K distance, flat area, typically mild weather

Based on typical seasonal and area patterns — not a course map or official forecast.

From the organizer

9RunRun 5K & Color Fun Run

April 18, 2026

5K Starts at 9:00am

Color Run Starts at 10:00am

Location: Manchester High School 101 Hawks Way Manchester, N.J. 08759.

Join us for the first annual 9RunRun 5K and Color Fun Run. It is a family-friendly event supporting the Manchester Police Foundation. Whether you’re racing for a personal best or enjoying a colorful walk with friends, there’s something for everyone.

Event Options:

5K Run – $30 Color Fun Run – $20

Registration Bonus: Register before April 1st and receive an event t-shirt with your registration.

Early Bird sign-up: Through the month of January $20

Early sign-up: Through the month of February $25

Normal sign-up: From March 1st - race day $30

Day of registration: $35 completed by scanning QR code.

Packet Pick-Up will be at Manchester Township Police Department, the day before the event. You can pick up the packets at any time before 10pm. Just head to the Manchester Police Department Lobby.

Awards & Age Groups

Medals will be awarded to the top male and female race winners as well as selected age group finishers.

We will also be awarding medals to top Law Enforcement, Dispatch, Fire, & EMS finishers.

Event Day Activities In addition to the races, the event will include:

Touch-A-Truck Event Dunk Tank featuring a Manchester Police Officer Food Trucks DJ Gift Raffle 5K Runners: Feel free to join in the Color Fun Run on the high school track, after your race.

Why We Run:

All proceeds will go to the Manchester Police Foundation which will benefit the Police Unity Tour (Chapter 10) and enhance training opportunities and support the health and welfare of our Manchester Police, Public Safety Telecommunicators.

Bring your family, bring your friends, and join us for a great day of fitness, fun, and community support. We look forward to seeing you at the starting line.

A BIG thank you to our generous sponsors:

Manchester PBA 246

Donovan's Bar and Grill

Alliance Orthopedic

Cafe Napoli

Always Driven Apparel

M Sarama Builder LLC

Gateway Toyota

Jimmy C's Barber Shop

Pies on 9

T&T Coast Buick GMC

Slice House

Curry Electric

Siragusa Construction

DeMac Concrete

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