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Hope Hustle 5K for Breast Cancer Research 2026

Date
Saturday, October 3, 2026
Start time
8:30 AM start (New York)
Entry fee
From $35
Included with entry
Includes a shirt
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Events and entry fees

EventDistanceWhenEntry feeCap
Hope Hustle 5K for Breast Cancer Research5KOct 3, 20268:30 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 Bloomfield runs 33:45, about 10:52 a mile, based on 4 races with published results. Women typically finish in 36:02 and men in 29:51.

Light and altitude

Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:53 AM, and the Hope Hustle 5K for Breast Cancer Research starts at 8:30 AM. The start sits about 190 feet above sea level.

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

Start location and course

473 Watchung Avenue, Bloomfield, NJ 07003

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 54°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 80°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 Hope Hustle 5K for Breast Cancer Research cover on their registration page, in brief.

Schedule and packet pickup

Event Details & Bib Pickup

Event Details & Bib Pickup. The inaugural Hope Hustle 5K Run & Walk will take place on Saturday, October 3, at Brookdale Park. The run/walk begins at 8:30 a.m., and runners and walkers of all abilities are welcome. The Hope Hustle is a…

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Race details

Where
473 Watchung Avenue, Bloomfield, NJ 07003Map
Course
Road
Start elevation
About 190 feet
Included with entry
Hope Hustle Moisture-Wicking UPF 50 Long Sleeve
Distances
5K
Editions
2026 (Oct 3, 2026)

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Quick answers

When is Hope Hustle 5K for Breast Cancer Research?
Saturday, October 3, 2026, starting at 8:30 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.
What distances can I run?
5K.
Where does it start?
473 Watchung Avenue, Bloomfield, NJ 07003.

From the organizers

Join us for The Hope Hustle 5K, a community event bringing together runners, walkers, families, survivors, and supporters in a shared commitment to creating a future without breast cancer. Whether you're racing for a personal best, honoring a loved one, or simply showing your support, every step helps make a difference.

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