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Sister2Sister Breast Cancer Run/Walk 4Life 2026

Date
Saturday, October 3, 2026
Start time
8:00 AM start (New York)
Entry fee
From $35
Included with entry
Includes a shirt
Fundraising
Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees

EventDistanceWhenEntry feeCap
Sister2Sister Breast Cancer Run/Walk 4Life5KOct 3, 20268:00 AM$35–

Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.

Race day planning

Entry fee schedule

  • $35 until Oct 3.

Online registration closes Oct 3, 2026, unless the race fills first.

How the price compares

At $35, entry is about the same as a typical 5K in New Jersey ($35).

What a typical finish looks like

A typical finisher at a 5K in New Jersey runs 32:16, about 10:23 a mile, based on 598 races with published results. Women typically finish in 35:02 and men in 29:30.

Light and altitude

Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:55 AM, and the Sister2Sister Breast Cancer Run/Walk 4Life starts at 8:00 AM. The start sits about 130 feet above sea level.

Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.

Start location and course

553 Elizabeth Ave, Somerset, NJ 08873

The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.

Typical race-day weather

Around October 3 the day usually runs from 55°F at dawn to 70°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 21% of days. Cold snaps dip to 46°F and hot years reach 81°F.

Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.

From the race's page

What the organizers of Sister2Sister Breast Cancer Run/Walk 4Life cover on their registration page, in brief.

Schedule and packet pickup

T-Shirt Pick-Up

T-SHIRT PICK-UP DATES @ 1201 HAMILTON STREET, SOMERSET, NJ 08873. SEPTEMBER 15, TUESDAY, 11AM TO 1:00 PM. SEPTEMBER 17, THURSDAY, 6 PM TO 7:00 PM. SEPTEMBER 27, SUNDAY, 1:00 PM TO 3:00 PM. September 30, WEDNESDAY, 6:00 PM TO 7:00 PM.

The cause

Pledge/Collection Form

Pledge / Donation Form.

The cause

Register/Donate Form

Attached is the Run/Walk Registration & Donation Form to give to family and friends. Use the attached Registration form to register and make a donation. Once the form is completed mail or turn in the form to Sister2Sister, P. O. Box 332…

The cause

Sponsorship

Become a Sponsor: Legacy Partner - $25,000 (Exclusive). Champion Sponsor - 10,000. Empowerment Partner - $5,000. Awareness Ally - $2,500. Friend of the Mission - $1,500. Year-Round Portfolio Perks (All Sponsors). Invitation to…

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Race details

Where
553 Elizabeth Ave, Somerset, NJ 08873Map
Course
Road
Start elevation
About 130 feet
Included with entry
T-SHIRT
Donations
Accepted when you register
Distances
5K
Editions
2026 (Oct 3, 2026), 2025 (Oct 4, 2025), 2024 (Oct 5, 2024), 2023 (Oct 7, 2023), 2021 (Oct 1, 2021), 2019 (Oct 5, 2019)

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Quick answers

When is Sister2Sister Breast Cancer Run/Walk 4Life?
Saturday, October 3, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
How much does it cost?
Entry starts at $35 before processing fees.
When does registration close?
Online registration closes Oct 3, 2026, unless the race fills first.
Is the entry fee high for New Jersey?
At $35, entry is about the same as a typical 5K in New Jersey ($35).
Do runners get a shirt or medal?
Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
Can I donate to a cause when I register?
Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
What distances can I run?
5K.
Where does it start?
553 Elizabeth Ave, Somerset, NJ 08873.

From the organizers

Saturday, October 3, 2026 | Breast Cancer Run/Walk 4Life 8:00 AM - 12:30

Join Sister2Sister, Inc. for our 21st Annual Run/Walk 4Life—a meaningful celebration of life, hope, and healing for breast cancer survivors and the communities walking alongside them. Whether you're walking in memory, in honor, or in support, you make a difference with every step.

This year’s Run/Walk is Virtual & In-Person—so no matter your location, age, physical ability, or treatment status, you can participate and make a difference. Walk, run or stand at your own pace, from anywhere in the country. Our national reach enables us to support our mission of bringing hope and healing to more families.

Our Mission

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