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Lace Up Against Stigma 5K Run and 1 Mile Walk

Sat, May 2, 2026, 9:00 AM EDT

Location
Medford, NJ
235 Hartford Road, 08055
Type
RUN

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At a glance

Lace up for a meaningful 5K or 1-mile walk to support mental health and substance use disorder recovery in Burlington County.

  • Fun
  • Competitive
  • Festive
  • For a Cause

Great for

  • Family Friendly

Great for: families, cause-driven runners

Join the 4th Annual Lace Up Against Stigma 5K Run and 1 Mile Walk in Medford, NJ. This event aims to reduce stigma around mental health and substance use disorder, empowering individuals to seek support. Proceeds fund evidence-based prevention education programs in Burlington County and support the Lenape SADD Club. Enjoy a cross-country style 5K or a track walk with a DJ and vendors. It's a wonderful opportunity to support a vital cause, get active, and connect with community.

What to expect

Experience a cross-country style 5K route or a 1-mile walk on the track.Enjoy music from a DJ and explore various vendor tables.Top male and female finishers in age categories will receive awards.

Standout details

  • Supports mental health & recovery programs
  • Cross-country style 5K route
  • Team discounts for groups of 5+
  • DJ and vendor tables

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Distances & registration

2 options

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

  • 1 Miles

    Sat, May 2, 9:00 AM EDT · From $27.50

    Opens Jan 1, 2026, 3:00 AM EST · Closes May 2, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT

  • 5K

    Sat, May 2, 9:00 AM EDT · From $32.80

    Opens Jan 1, 2026, 3:00 AM EST · Closes May 1, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT

Vibe Check

Easygoing

Mixed surface, mostly flat

Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.

The course

  • Mixed
  • Flat
  • Family-oriented
From the organizer

Prevention Plus of Burlington County is proud to host the 4th Annual Lace Up Against Stigma 5K Run and 1 Mile Walk in partnership with the Lenape High School SADD club and Lenape High School Wellness Center. This a cross-country style route for the those participating the in 5k while the 1 mile participants will be on the track with a DJ and various vendor tables.

The goal of this event is to reduce and eliminate stigmatized thinking around substance use disorder and mental health issues. A stigma free approach empowers individuals and family members to access the care and support they deserve without shame or guilt. Proceeds of this fundraiser will benefit Burlington County community members by helping fund evidence-based prevention education programs throughout the county.  Prevention Plus will also make a donation to the Lenape SADD Club in support of their efforts to encourage healthy decision making among youth.

We are very excited to host this Family Fun Run/Walk.  Join us to support your fitness, crush your goals, or just have fun running or walking and at the same time help us Lace Up Against Stigma and support mental health and substance use disorder recovery!

Bring your family and friends and save money!  When you register create a group/team or join an existing group/team.  When you get to 5 member on your group/team, all will get a $5 discount.

Race day registration will be available online through Run Signup.  Race shirts will be available on a first come, first served basis for race day registration.

Awards will be presented to the top male and female finishers in the following age categories:  14 and under, 15 to 25, 26 to 39, 40 and older.

Parking for the event will be on the Church Road side of the high school complex.

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