Holiday Hustle 5K- A festive 5K with a sweet finish

Kick off the holiday season with a fun and festive run for all ages! It’s the SWEETEST run of the season! ☕️ Lace up, laugh loud, and get ready for the Holiday Hustle 5k — where holiday cheer meets sweet goodness! Presented by Fleet Feet Northern NJ and Asics! Enjoy a flat and fast, USATF Certified 5-kilometer course.

Run, walk, or prance like a reindeer through Overpeck Park and cross the finish line to a well-deserved reward: warm cocoa, fresh cookies, and all the cozy holiday vibes. ✨ Santa Costumes included for the first 500 participants

Whether you’re running for a personal best or strolling with friends and family, this is the perfect way to stay active, spread joy, and soak up the holiday spirit. 

Fast or not-so-fast, everyone leaves smiling (and maybe with a cookie crumb or two).

Date: 12/6/2026

Location: Overpeck Park

Start Time: 9.30am

Includes: Race entry, medal, Santa suit, cocoa & cookies, and holiday fun for all ages

Don’t wait — lace up, bring your friends, and get ready to run, sip, and celebrate the most wonderful time of the year. 

Details:

Parking at Pavilion Overpeck Park

Bathrooms

Race volunteers

Post-run food and drink

Training Programs:

SIGNUP HERE

Program Start Date: October 12, 2026

Program Schedule:

Westfield: Thursday 6:30pm and Saturday 8:30am

Ridgewood: Wednesday 6:30pm and Saturday 8:30am 

Program Length: 8 weeks

Program Fee: $150 (early bird $120 until 9/13/26)

Race Entry Discount: $20

Already completed a 5K or graduated from a run/walk program and ready for what’s next? No Boundaries 5K training program is an eight-week, coach-led program designed to help you run your next 5K with more strength, confidence, and consistency. You’ll get structure, support from mentors, and the motivation of a community alongside you. This is a running-focused program for participants who want to build on the achievement of finishing a 5K. You’ll learn how to run stronger, steadier, and feel more confident from start to finish.

Participant Perks:

A supportive and welcoming community of runners

Guidance from experienced coaches and mentors who have been in your shoes

Saucony short sleeve training shirt

Activations such as Saucony shoe demos and giveaways

Exclusive Fleet Feet gear up opportunities

Weekly newsletters with tips, education and resources to guide your training

An 8 week step-by-step training plan that builds confidence and fitness safely