29th Annual Gloucester TWP Scholarship Run-2026

2026 Registration will open in late fall 2025

The Gloucester Township Day Scholarship Committee invites you to run with us in the 29th Annual Gloucester Township Scholarship 5K Run and One Mile Walk on Saturday, April 11, 2026.

Proceeds from the event fund college scholarships for high school students residing in Gloucester Township.

The One Mile Walk/Run will begin at 8:30 am.

The 5K Run/Walk will begin at 9:00 am.

Runners and Walkers check in starts at 8:00 am.

Race shirts guaranteed for the first 100 registered participants.

Registration Fees –  5K Run/Walk- $25   One Mile Walk -$10

Late Registration – Race Day – 5K Run/Walk - $30

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the race taking place? Gloucester Township Municipal Complex – 1261 Chews Landing Road, Gloucester Township, NJ

What is the course? 5K Course starts approximately 200 yards from the Senior Center on Chews Landing Road and loops through Police patrolled streets ending in the Municipal Complex parking lot.

One Mile Walk - two loops around the Veteran’s Park track, with two small loops within the two loops.

Is there race day registration? Race day registration is available from 8:00 am to 8:45 am.

Will I receive a shirt? Race shirts are guaranteed for the first 100 registered participants.

How is the race timed? Linmark Sports is authorized timing company that has timed our race for the last 28 years.

How will I get my results? Linmark will post results immediately as participants cross the finish line.  Results will also be available online later that day.

What are the race categories? Awards will be presented to First Male Overall, First Female Overall, First Gloucester Twp. Resident Finisher, First Parent & Child Duo Finishers

Age Groups – Top 3 Males & Females - 12 & Under, 13-19,  20-29,  30-39,  40-49,  50-59,  60-69,  70+

Is the race children and stroller friendly? Yes.  Those pushing strollers are asked to start in the back.

Is race registration refundable? Registration is non-refundable and non-transferable.  This is a rain or shine event.

Where do I get my bib and race shirt? You can pick up your bib and race shirt on race day, starting at 8:00 am, in the Senior Center At The Gloucester Township Municipal Complex - 1261 Chews Landing Road, Gloucester Township, NJ

Is there food? We have a bountiful-race spread for our runners and walkers.

Where are your restrooms? We have indoor facilities!  No need to worry about smelly portable restrooms.

Where can I find out more information about the Gloucester Township Day Scholarship Committee? Please visit www.GTDSC.org for more information about our mission and events.

For additional information or sponsorship opportunities, please email: Orlando Mercado, Race Director at omercado@verizon.net