Spectrum for Living - Michael B. Carpenter 5K, Walk & Doggie Dash
Sat, Apr 18, 2026, 10:00 AM EDT
- Location
- Ridgefield Park, NJ
- 199 Challenger Road, 07660
- Featured distance
- 5K
- Type
- RUN
Sign up and verify details on the organizer’s official page.
At a glance
Run, walk, or dash with your dog on a USATF certified course, all while supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
- Fun
- Scenic
- Competitive
- Quirky
- For a Cause
Fun
Scenic
Competitive
Quirky
For a CauseGreat for: cause-driven runners, runners who like a competitive edge
Less ideal for: walkers-only pacing
Join the Michael B. Carpenter 5K, Walk & Doggie Dash to support Spectrum for Living, an organization dedicated to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This event welcomes all to Overpeck Park, offering a USATF Certified Course for runners and a relaxed walk or roll for others, including your leashed canine companions. Enjoy a morning of movement, community, and purpose, followed by awards and a complimentary lunch. It's a wonderful opportunity to contribute to a meaningful cause while enjoying the park.
What to expect
- Run or walk a USATF Certified Course through Overpeck Park.
- Bring your leashed, well-behaved dog for the Doggie Dash.
- Enjoy post-race awards and a complimentary lunch.
Standout details
- Doggie Dash
- USATF Certified Course
- Post-race awards and lunch
- Supports Spectrum for Living
Perks & features
- Shirt
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Vibe Check
Easygoing
Easygoing- Rolling area
Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.
The course
- Rolling
- Timed race
From the organizer
Come out and support Spectrum for Living at our Michael B. Carpenter 5K, Walk & Doggie Dash, benefiting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities! This exciting 5K event will take place at Overpeck Park (Ridgefield Park Area III), featuring a USATF Certified Course. Registration opens at 8:30 AM, with the race starting at 10:00 AM. Awards and lunch will follow around 11:00 AM.
The race kicks off near the amphitheater, where parking is available. If you’re coming from Challenger Road, the amphitheater and great lawn will be on your right.
Everyone is welcome to run, walk, or roll through the park with or without your dog. Just make sure your dog is leashed, up-to-date on vaccinations, and well-behaved with people and other dogs.
Pre-registration is encouraged, but day-of registration will also be available.
Sign up by April 2nd to guarantee your event t-shirt!
Take advantage of our Early-Bird Rate: $35 through April 2nd, 12:00 PM.
Day-of registration: $40, starting at 8:30 AM.
All Spectrum for Living Clients are free! Residential clients will be signed up through their Group Home. Community clients should contact Elizabeth Boyajian directly ( eboyajian@spectrumforliving.org ) to sign up.
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