Habitat of Greater Newark: 5th Annual Salute to Our Veterans 5K 2026
- Date
- Sunday, October 18, 2026
- Start time
- 10:00 AM start (New York)
- Location
- Hoboken, New Jersey
- Entry fee
- From $45
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5K Run/Walk | 5K | Oct 18, 202610:00 AM | $45 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- $45 until Oct 16.
Online registration closes Oct 16, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $45, entry is about 29 percent above a typical 5K in New Jersey, which costs $35 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 5K in Hoboken runs 32:47, about 10:33 a mile, based on 7 races with published results. Women typically finish in 34:15 and men in 29:54.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:09 AM, and the 5K Run/Walk starts at 10:00 AM. The start sits about 40 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
Pier A Park, Hoboken, NJ 07030
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 18 the day usually runs from 49°F at dawn to 65°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 19% of days. Cold snaps dip to 42°F and hot years reach 75°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.
Race details
- Where
- Pier A Park, Hoboken, NJ 07030Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 40 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Distances
- 5K
- Editions
- 2026 (Oct 18, 2026)
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Quick answers
- When is Habitat of Greater Newark: 5th Annual Salute to Our Veterans 5K?
- Sunday, October 18, 2026, starting at 10:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $45 before processing fees.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Oct 16, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for New Jersey?
- At $45, entry is about 29 percent above a typical 5K in New Jersey, which costs $35 right now.
- 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.
- What distances can I run?
- 5K.
- Where does it start?
- Pier A Park, Hoboken, NJ 07030.
From the organizers
RACE DAY DETAILS:
📅 Sunday, October 18, 2026
📍 Pier A Park | 100 Sinatra Drive, Hoboken, NJ 07030
👥 Check-in: 8:30 AM
🕙 Race Start: 10:00 AM
👟 All ages and abilities welcome!
This year is especially meaningful as we celebrate 40 years of building homes, strengthening neighborhoods, and creating brighter futures across Essex, Hudson, and Union Counties. 🎉
Our annual 5K proudly honors the brave men and women who have served our country while supporting Habitat’s affordable housing, critical home repair, and community-based programs.
Whether you're running for a personal best, walking with family and friends, or simply supporting a cause you believe in, every step helps build stronger communities.
YOUR PARTICIPATION SUPPORTS:
Build affordable homes