Join us for our 8th annual Mayor's Challenge in 2026 with all proceeds to benefit 180 Turning Lives Around, a non-profit organization based in Freehold, NJ, dedicated to providing support and resources for individuals facing domestic and sexual violence in Monmouth County, NJ. Learn more about 180 Turning Lives around here . The race route meanders through one of the hidden gems of Middletown - Poricy Park! The trail consists of wide grass paths, as well as some sections of single track. Poricy Park is not flat - beware of the hills! This is a trail/cross-country course - race surfaces consist of grass, gravel and wooden platforms - trails are not paved. 5K Fitness Walk: 3:00pm 1mi Fun Run: 3:30pm 5K Race: 3:45pm This 5K run/walk is a costume run! Dress in your Halloween (run-safe) costume and complete the challenge. Post-race prizes include 5K run overall male & female & top age range male & female; 1 mile fun run top finishers; best costume (group, unique, and America 250 themed). Stay after for the Halloween Hullabaloo!
Best Costume by Category: Best Group Costume - Most Unique Costume - America 250 Themed (Patriotic) Check out our 5K run prizes: Top 3 Male & Female Overall: 1st Place - NJ Devils Tickets 2nd Place - Hydration Backpack 3rd Place - Middletown Recreation Swag Bag 1st Place in each Age Range by Gender: Ages 7-10 Ages 11-17 Ages 18-49 Ages 50+
5K: Longsleeve Performance Shirt
1 Miles: Longsleeve Performance Shirt
| Distance | Price | Opens | Closes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5K | $20.00 | Jun 15 | Oct 24 |
| 1 Miles | $25.00 | Jun 15 | Oct 24 |
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