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Eleventh Annual Robot Run

Sat, Oct 10, 2026, 10:00 AM EDT

Location
West Deptford, NJ
RiverWinds Community Center, 1000 RiverWinds Dr, 08086
Type
RUN
Official registration

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At a glance

Run or walk at the unique Robot Run 5K, celebrating STEAM and supporting youth robotics programs. Enjoy custom awards and a community festival.

  • Fun
  • Competitive
  • Quirky
  • For a Cause

Join the Eleventh Annual Robot Run 5K and 1 Mile Walk, a unique event supporting South Jersey Robotics. This race kicks off the annual STEAMfest, celebrating science and technology while empowering K-12 students. Enjoy a flat, stroller-friendly course and custom-made awards crafted by SJR members, all while contributing to valuable youth programs. It's a wonderful opportunity to run for a cause and engage with the community.

What to expect

  • Run a flat 5K or enjoy a 1-mile walk, both courses are stroller-friendly.
  • Compete for custom-made awards crafted by South Jersey Robotics members.
  • Experience the energy of the annual STEAMfest activities after your race.

Standout details

  • Supports youth STEAM programs
  • Custom-made awards by SJR members
  • Stroller-friendly 5K and 1M walk
  • Part of the annual STEAMfest

Perks & features

  • Stroller Friendly

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Distances & registration

2 options

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

  • 1 Miles

    Sat, Oct 10, 10:00 AM EDT · From $32.80

    Opens Apr 14, 2026, 8:00 PM EDT · Closes Oct 10, 2026, 6:59 AM EDT

  • 5K

    Sat, Oct 10, 10:00 AM EDT · From $32.80

    Opens Apr 14, 2026, 8:00 PM EDT · Closes Oct 10, 2026, 5:59 AM EDT

Vibe Check

Easygoing

The course

  • Flat
  • Timed race
From the organizer

Building Bots, Building Futures!

South Jersey Robotics celebrates the return of the Robot Run for it's ELEVENTH YEAR! This 5K Run & 1 Mile Walk will kick off a day of activities at the annual STEAMfest at River Winds in West Deptford

- Awards in the 5K to the top 3 M/F Overall and in age groups: 14& under, 15-19, and 10 yr AG up to 60+

(Awards are custom made by SJR members!)

- Teams are welcome! Create a team during the registration process and invite friends.

- Both the 5K run and 1M walk courses are stroller friendly - No pets are allowed in the park

- Please register by September 15th to be guaranteed a t-shirt

Schedule:

9:00AM - Arrival/Registration

10:00AM - 5K & 1M walk start

11:15AM - 5K Awards

9:15AM to 12:00PM - STEAMfest

ABOUT THE ORGANIZERS

South Jersey Robotics (SJR) is a 100% volunteer 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to providing opportunities for Gloucester, Cumberland, Camden and Salem County K – 12 students. SJR student participants benefit from our many STEAM programs, camps, and activities. Our mission is to inspire and empower young people to be excited about exploring science and technology through mentor-based programs that build confidence, inspire innovation, develop leaders, and build STEAM skills. For more information on South Jersey Robotics, visit SJRobotics.com

Second Capital Running is a boutique racing company operated out of Vineland, NJ since 2018 and is honored to support South Jersey Robotics in their eighth year of this run. Learn more about our events HERE

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