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Run For Casey 5K

Sat, May 2, 2026, 10:00 AM EDT

Location
Cranford, NJ
Nomahegan Park, 1033 Springfield Ave, 07016
Type
VIRTUAL
Official registration

Sign up and verify details on the organizer’s official page.

At a glance

Run for a vital cause on a scenic, flat course, with a fun kids' corner for a family-friendly spring day.

  • Fun
  • Scenic
  • Competitive
  • For a Cause

Great for

  • Beginner Friendly
  • For a Cause
  • Walkers Welcome

Join the 4th Annual Run For Casey 5K in Cranford, NJ, a heartfelt event supporting The Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood Foundation. This race honors Casey Young's memory, with all proceeds directly funding SUDC awareness, research, and family services. Enjoy a scenic, flat, USATF-certified course perfect for all levels of runners and walkers. Families will appreciate the dedicated Kids 1 Mile Fun Run and a lively kids' corner featuring face painting, crafts, and raffles, making it a meaningful day for everyone.

What to expect

  • Run or walk a USATF-certified, scenic, and flat 5K course.
  • Kids can enjoy a 1 Mile Fun Run, face painting, crafts, and raffles.
  • Compete for chip-timed results and awards for top finishers across age groups.

Standout details

  • Supports SUDC Foundation
  • USATF certified 5K course
  • Kids 1 Mile Fun Run
  • Face painting, crafts, and raffles

Perks & features

  • Chip Timed

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Distances & registration

3 options

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

  • 1 Miles

    Sat, May 2, 9:15 AM EDT · From $11.60

    Opens Feb 1, 2026, 2:00 AM EST · Closes May 2, 2026, 6:00 AM EDT

  • 3.1 Miles

    Sat, May 2, 10:00 AM EDT · From $38.10

    Opens Feb 1, 2026, 2:00 AM EST · Closes May 2, 2026, 6:00 AM EDT

  • 3.1 Miles

    Sat, May 2, 10:00 AM EDT · From $16.90

    Opens Feb 1, 2026, 2:00 AM EST · Closes May 2, 2026, 12:00 PM EDT

From the organizer

Spring is coming! So that means it's time for the 4th Annual  Run For Casey 5k ! This 5k Run/Walk benefiting The Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood Foundation will take place at Nomahegan Park, in Cranford New Jersey, on Saturday, May 2nd. The Nomahegan Park 5K route is USATF certified, and is a scenic and flat loop, with a water station around the halfway point. Perfect for Runners and Walkers of all levels.

The race will be chip timed, with medals and prizes for the top 3 Male and Female finishers in all age categories.

There will also be a  kids 1 Mile Fun Run and kids corner with face painting, crafts, and raffles.

The Kids Fun run will start at 9:15. 5K start time is 10:00 am.

Advance Bib pick up is available on Wednesday, April 29th at  Orange Theory Milburn , 4:30-7:00 , and Thursday, April 30th at Orange Theory Garwood, 4:30-6:45.

Race Day Bib pickup starts at 8:30 am on May 2nd

5k Early Bird Pricing: $35 through March, 31st, $40 April 1st until race day.

Race T-shirts guaranteed for everyone that registers before April 13th.

This race is being hosted by Ellen and Jonathan Young, in memory of their daughter Casey. Please visit our website, Remembering Casey , created to honor Casey's memory.

All proceeds raised from the run will directly support the SUDC Foundation's mission to promote awareness, fund research, and serve those affected by SUDC. SUDC is the fifth leading category of death in children ages one to four, yet SUDC receives no public funding. The SUDC Foundation provides all services at no cost to families.

Parking is available on site, and overflow parking is available at Union County College, across the street from Nomahegan Park.

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