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Strides for Education Hybrid 5K Run/Walk

Sun, Oct 25, 2026, 9:00 AM EDT

Location
Morris Plains, NJ
Simons Park, 07950
Type
RUN
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At a glance

Run a flat, fast 5K in Morris Plains or virtually, supporting local students through the Education Foundation of Morris Plains. Team challenge adds to the fun.

  • Fun
  • Competitive
  • For a Cause

Great for

  • For a Cause

Great for: cause-driven runners, runners who like a competitive edge

Join the Strides for Education Hybrid 5K Run/Walk on a flat, fast course through the charming streets of Morris Plains. This event offers both in-person and virtual participation options, allowing you to run your way. Organized by the Education Foundation of Morris Plains, your participation directly supports innovative programs for all students in the local school district. Gather your friends for the team challenge, where spirited and largest teams can win prizes and bragging rights. It's a wonderful opportunity to run for a great cause and enjoy a community event.

What to expect

  • Experience a flat and fast 5K course through the streets of Morris Plains, or participate virtually from your chosen location.
  • Join the team challenge for a chance to win prizes for the most spirited and largest groups.
  • All participants receive a unique race giveaway and a t-shirt.

Standout details

  • Hybrid event (in-person & virtual)
  • Benefits Morris Plains School District students
  • Flat, fast 5K course
  • Team Challenge with prizes

Auto-drafted from the public listing — confirm details on the official event page before signing up.

Distances & registration

4 options

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

  • 0.5 Miles

    Sun, Oct 25, 8:30 AM EDT · From $11.60

    Opens Jul 31, 2026, 5:23 AM EDT · Closes Oct 24, 2026, 3:15 AM EDT

  • 3.1 Miles

    Sun, Oct 25, 9:00 AM EDT · From $32.80

    Opens Jul 31, 2026, 2:00 AM EDT · Closes Oct 24, 2026, 3:15 AM EDT

  • 3.1 Miles

    Sun, Oct 25, 9:00 AM EDT · From $22.20

    Opens Jul 31, 2026, 4:12 AM EDT · Closes Oct 24, 2026, 3:15 AM EDT

+ 1 more option
  • 3.1 Miles

    Sun, Oct 25, 6:30 AM EDT · From $22.20

    Opens Jul 31, 2026, 5:23 AM EDT · Closes Oct 24, 2026, 3:15 AM EDT

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From the organizer

DAY-OF REGISTRATION IS AVAILABLE ON-SITE BETWEEN 8:00-8:30.

Sign up now for the Annual Strides for Education Hybrid 5K Run/Walk on our FLAT, FAST course through the streets of Morris Plains. Organized by the EFMP, race proceeds benefit all students in the Morris Plains School District. This year's race will still be a hybrid event (in person and virtual) , so you can join us on race day (Oct. 25th) in person on the streets of Morris Plains (Start/Finish at Simons Park) OR run at your own location/time on the 25th.

REGISTER BY OCTOBER 3rd TO BE GUARANTEED YOUR UNIQUE RACE GIVEAWAY.

WHY WE RUN: Education Foundation of Morris Plains raises money for Morris Plains School District, which will directly benefit all students in the district. This year, we are funding innovative programs powered by our dynamic administration and staff at both Mountain Way and Borough Schools.

HYBRID:  This year's race will be a hybrid event (in person and virtual), so you can join us on race day in person on the streets of Morris Plains OR run at your own location/time on Oct. 26th. Please sign up for as a virtual participant if you will participate remotely.

TEAM CHALLENGE: Choose to register as a team to have fun and raise your organization's profile. The most spirited and the largest teams win a prize, plus social media exposure and exclusive bragging rights until next time!

T-SHIRT PICK UP & TIMING ANKLET: All participants must arrive early on race day to pick up your t-shirt and an environmentally-friendly timing anklet at the NJ Trail Series table. Please return the anklet to the same table after you complete the course.

Day-Of Registration is available on-site between 8:00-8:30.

Looking forward to seeing everyone on October 25th (arrive early for the 9am 5K start)!

SCHEDULE

8:00 AM - Race check in / Pick up timing anklets 8:30 AM - Kids' Fun Run Start 8:40 AM - Group Warm Up 9:00 AM - 5K Race Start 10:00 AM - Award Presentation

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