Cerebral Palsy Awareness 5K 2026

The race.

The Cerebral Palsy Awareness 5K takes place on October 11, 2026, at Veteran's Park in Hamilton Township, New Jersey. This 5K run and walk benefits Strides for Gianluca, a nonprofit organization supporting cerebral palsy research, affected families, and awareness initiatives. The race starts at 9:00 AM and is held rain or shine unless emergency weather requires cancellation. Medals are awarded to overall top female and male finishers and to first, second, and third place finishers in each age group. Participant t-shirts are distributed on race day only for those registered by September 26, 2026. Registration fees are $35 through May 26, $40 from May 27 through September 7, and $45 from September 8 through October 10. A virtual option is also available.