Foster the Family 5K & Family Fun Day

Lace up for a day of community and compassion at the Foster the Family 5K & Family Fun Day, returning for its 5th annual event on Saturday, May 2, 2026, in Cherry Hill, NJ. Starting and finishing at Challenge Grove Park, this event offers a vibrant park setting for participants of all ages and abilities. Runners can tackle the 5K, enjoy a leisurely 1-Mile Walk, or cheer on the youngest athletes in the 400M Kids Fun Run. Race day conditions typically feature pleasant spring weather, with highs around 70F and lows near 49F, and a low 16% chance of precipitation, creating ideal conditions for a morning outdoors.

More than just a race, this event is a full-fledged Family Fun Day designed to connect foster, adoptive, and kinship families with the wider community. Your registration fee directly supports Foster the Family NJ, a local non-profit dedicated to providing essential care and resources to these families in South Jersey. Beyond the distances, attendees can enjoy a lively atmosphere complete with inflatables, face painting, raffle baskets, ice cream, crafts, games, and various food and drink options.

The day kicks off bright and early at 8:00 AM with packet pick-up and race day registration, followed by the 5K start at 9:00 AM and the 1-Mile Walk at 9:10 AM. An awards ceremony for top finishers will take place at 9:45 AM before the Kids Fun Run begins at 10:00 AM. With activities running until 11:30 AM, the Foster the Family 5K & Family Fun Day promises an engaging and impactful experience for everyone involved.