Run4Rare 5K / 1K
Sat, May 16, 2026, 9:30 AM EDT
- Location
- Bridgewater, NJ
- Duke Island Park, 191 Old York Road, 08807
- Type
- RUN
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At a glance
Run for a vital cause on a certified flat course, supporting research for rare mitochondrial diseases.
- Competitive
- For a Cause
Competitive
For a CauseThe 5th Annual Run4Rare supports CureARS, a parent-led organization funding research for mtARS disorders. This event honors Aubrie Rowland, a young local resident living with an ultra-rare mitochondrial disease. Runners can participate in a 5K or 1K on a flat, USATF-certified course at Duke Island Park. Your participation helps advance life-saving treatments for children affected by these conditions worldwide. Awards are given for top finishers.
What to expect
- Run a 5K or 1K on a flat, USATF-certified course.
- Receive a race bib and T-shirt if registered by April 15th.
- Compete for awards in overall first, second, and third place.
Standout details
- Supports rare disease research (CureARS)
- USATF Certified 5K Course
- Awards for top 3 overall finishers
- Flat course at Duke Island Park
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Distances & registration
6 optionsRegistration for all distances is through the official signup link above.
- 5K
Sat, May 16, 9:30 AM EDT · From $28.25
Opens Jan 13, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Mar 6, 2026, 6:59 PM EST
1K Run/Walk
Sat, May 16, 9:35 AM EDT · From $28.25
Opens Jan 13, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Mar 6, 2026, 6:59 PM EST
Child 5K (10 and Under)
Sat, May 16, 9:30 AM EDT · From $33.75
Opens Jan 13, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes May 15, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
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Child 1K (10 and Under)
Sat, May 16, 9:35 AM EDT · From $33.75
Opens Jan 13, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes May 15, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
Virtual 5K / 1K
Sat, May 16, 9:30 AM EDT · From $18.25
Opens Jan 13, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes May 16, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
Non-Runner
Sat, May 16, 9:30 AM EDT · From $23.25
Opens Jan 14, 2026, 6:31 AM EST · Closes May 15, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
Vibe Check
Easygoing
EasygoingBased on terrain, weather, and distance data.
The course
- Flat
- Timed race
From the organizer
The 5th Annual Run4Rare is set to return on May 16, 2026 at Duke Island Park in Bridgewater, NJ. This race is rain or shine.
Aubrie Rowland is 7 year old Raritan resident attending Second Grade at Milltown Primary School in Bridgewater, NJ. She was born with an ultra-rare Mitochondrial Disease, Leukoencephalopathy with Ovarian Failure (LKENP). This condition is terminal and has no cure. This run is hosted by Aubrie's mom, Ashley Rowland who is the Co-Founder of CureARS.
CureARS is a parent organization (founded by two mom's) supporting families and funding research that could lead to life-saving treatments for their children and others affected by mtARS disorders.
Dedicate your miles to local resident, Aubrie and the thousands of others affected and those who will be diagnosed worldwide in 2026.
Run bib/time tracker T-shirt for all in-person runners (if registered prior to April 15th) Flat course at Duke Island Park USATF Certified Course (NJ22033JLW) Awards for Overall first, second and third Virtual runners can enter their time and receive virtual bibs. Event Agenda
8:30am Registration/Packet Pickup 9:25am Welcome 9:30am 5k Start 9:35am 1k Start 10:30am Award Ceremony
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