AAPI 5K Run & Walk Princeton

Sat, May 9, 2026, 4:30 AM EDT

Location: 502 Carnegie Center Drive, Princeton, NJ 08540
Featured distance: 5K
Type: Run

Race feel

Celebrate AAPI Heritage Month with a chip-timed 5K run or walk, followed by cultural music, dance, and a history exhibition in Princeton.

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For a Cause

Join the AAPI 5K Run & Walk in Princeton to celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. This event honors contributions, educates on AAPI history and cultures, and amplifies AAPI voices. Hosted by Princeton Active Circle and partners, it features a chip-timed 5K, followed by a vibrant celebration with traditional music, folk dancing, and a Chinese American History exhibition. It's a wonderful opportunity to engage in fitness while paying tribute to a rich heritage.

What to expect

From the organizer

DESCRIPTION

May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month! Celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month is a way to honor the contributions of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders, learn about AAPI history and cultures, and amplify AAPI voices.

Princeton Active Circle is hosting the 5th 5K Run 'n' Walk in Princeton. Please come and join us!

RACE DATE/TIME:

In-Person: Saturday (May 9, 2026) at 8:30 AM

Please arrive no later than 8:00 AM as local road will be closed for race.

Children 10 years or under must be accomplished by an adult.

RACE LOCATION AND COURSE:

Start and finish Carnegie Center, Princeton. Chip-timed Race. See the Course Map.

REGISTRATION:

Online Race Registration

Early Bird on line registration with discount $35 until April 20 (non-refundable)

On line Registration from April 21 till May 9, 2025 - $45 (non-refundable) Race Day Registration - $50 cash or check (non-refundable)

BIB PICKUP:

May 9, 2026, 7:00 AM – 8:20 AM at 502 Carnegie Center Drive, Princeton , NJ. GPS coordination: 40.31432,-74.65389

AWARDS AND AFTER-RACE ACTIVITIES:

Medals will be awarded on site after the race;

Overall: Male: 1st, 2nd, 3rd; Female: 1st, 2nd, 3rd

Age Groups : 8 & under, 8-12 13 - 19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+ After the 5K activities: Join us to celebrate AAPI Heritage! Enjoy the traditional music and folk dancing. Visit on-site Chinese American History exhibition provided MOCA and pay tribute to the generations of Asian and Pacific Islanders who have enriched America's history and are instrumental in its future success.

VOLUNTEERS:

SPONSORSHIP AND DONATIONS: