Healthy Kids Running Series Spring 2026 - Hainesport, NJ

Sun, Apr 12, 2026, 5:00 PM EDT

Location: Hainesport, NJ; Hainesport Municipal Building, 1401 Marne Hwy, 08036
Type: RUN

At a glance

A welcoming five-week running series for kids Pre-K through 8th grade, featuring age-appropriate races and an adaptive Challenger Division.

Fun
Competitive

Who it's for

Beginner Friendly

Great for: beginners, runners who like a competitive edge

Less ideal for: walkers-only pacing

The Healthy Kids Running Series in Hainesport offers a five-week program designed to get children from Pre-K through 8th grade moving. Each week features age-appropriate running events, from dashes to a one-mile run, fostering both participation and a gentle spirit of competition. A special Challenger Division provides an adaptive 75-yard race, welcoming children with disabilities and offering on-course support from family and friends. It's a wonderful opportunity for young runners to develop healthy habits and enjoy the sport.

What to expect

A five-week running program for kids Pre-K through 8th grade.
Age-appropriate races including 50 & 75 yard dashes, 1/4 mile, 1/2 mile, and 1 mile runs.
An adaptive Challenger Division with on-course support for children with disabilities.

Standout details

Five-week running program
Age-appropriate races for Pre-K to 8th grade
Adaptive Challenger Division
Finisher medal for all participants

Perks & features

Awards
Medal

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Distances & registration

12 options

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

PreK 2/3 Yr Old - 50 Yard Dash
Sun, Apr 12, 5:00 PM EDT · From $48.70
Opens Jan 15, 2026, 5:13 AM EST · Closes Mar 22, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
PreK 4/5 Yr Old - 75 Yard Dash
Sun, Apr 12, 5:00 PM EDT · From $48.70
Opens Jan 15, 2026, 5:13 AM EST · Closes Mar 22, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
Kindergarten & 1st Grade - 1/4 Mile
Sun, Apr 12, 5:00 PM EDT · From $48.70
Opens Jan 15, 2026, 5:13 AM EST · Closes Mar 22, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT

+ 9 more options

2nd & 3rd Grade - 1/2 Mile
Sun, Apr 12, 5:00 PM EDT · From $48.70
Opens Jan 15, 2026, 5:13 AM EST · Closes Mar 22, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
4th & 5th Grade - 1 Mile
Sun, Apr 12, 5:00 PM EDT · From $48.70
Opens Jan 15, 2026, 5:13 AM EST · Closes Mar 22, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
6th to 8th Grade - 1 Mile
Sun, Apr 12, 5:00 PM EDT · From $48.70
Opens Jan 15, 2026, 5:13 AM EST · Closes Mar 22, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
Challenger Division - 75 Yard Dash
Sun, Apr 12, 5:00 PM EDT · From $48.70
Opens Jan 15, 2026, 5:13 AM EST · Closes Mar 22, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
Single Day Walk Up Week 1
Sun, Apr 12, 5:00 PM EDT · From $16.90
Opens Apr 12, 2026, 12:00 PM EDT · Closes Apr 12, 2026, 3:00 PM EDT
Single Day Walk Up Week 2
Sun, Apr 12, 5:00 PM EDT · From $16.90
Opens Apr 19, 2026, 12:00 PM EDT · Closes Apr 19, 2026, 3:00 PM EDT
Single Day Walk Up Week 3
Sun, Apr 12, 5:00 PM EDT · From $16.90
Opens Apr 26, 2026, 12:00 PM EDT · Closes Apr 26, 2026, 3:00 PM EDT
Single Day Walk Up Week 4
Sun, Apr 12, 5:00 PM EDT · From $16.90
Opens May 3, 2026, 12:00 PM EDT · Closes May 3, 2026, 3:00 PM EDT
Single Day Walk Up Week 5
Sun, Apr 12, 5:00 PM EDT · From $16.90
Opens May 17, 2026, 12:00 PM EDT · Closes May 17, 2026, 3:00 PM EDT

The course

Flat
Timed race

From the organizer

Who We Are: Healthy Kids Running Series is a five (5) week running program in the spring and fall for kids Pre-K through 8th grade. Each HKRS Series takes place once a week and offers age-appropriate running events including the 50 & 75 yard dashes, the 1/4 mile, the 1/2 mile and the 1 mile run. Kids will earn points for each race they complete based on their finish.

Pricing: The registration fee covers the entire five (5) weeks of the Series which includes race bibs for each week, a runner shirt, a finisher medal and any sponsor giveaways. Registration is non-refundable and non-transferable. Online Early Bird registration increases three weeks prior to the first race event.

Challenger: This Series offers a Challenger Division which is an adaptive 75 yard race for children with disabilities and/or special needs. This allows for parents, siblings, and friends to be on the course with runners to provide support as well as bringing their own supportive devices such as crutches, braces, wheelchairs, etc. to be used by runners.

Single Day Racing: Single day race registration opens one hour prior to the start of each race. The registration fee covers one single race to be run on the day of registration. ALL single day registrations should be completed onsite at the race location. Single day racers will have the option to upgrade to the full series (see tab on the left side of the page for instructions). There is a strict no-refund and no-transfer policy.

Awards: All participants receive a medal on Week 5! Trophies will be awarded to the overall top finishers in each of the divisions listed below (broken out by boys and girls respectively):

Kindergarten & 1st Grade

2nd & 3rd Grade

4th & 5th Grade

6th to 8th Grade

Challenger

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