Both the 5K and Kids' Scary Scurry races start at Pier A at 100 Sinatra Ave in Hoboken, NJ.

They take place on Saturday, October 25, 2025

• The 5K Race starts promptly at 10 am
• The Scary Scurry Race starts promptly at 11 am
• Awards Ceremony is at 10:40 am

The virtual 5K race and the virtual scavenger hunt for kids can take place anywhere in the world and at anytime over race weekend on Saturday or Sunday. Virtual 5K runners can upload their race results here.

The HoBOOken 5K takes place at Pier A in Hoboken and runs along scenic Sinatra Drive. 

The 5K race kicks off at 10 am on Pier A in Hoboken. The Scary Scurry Kids Race kicks off at 11 am on the Pier A Field. 

For your convenience, a bag check area will be provided at the race. Please consider not bringing a bag to check on race day and leave your valuables at home. The Hoboken Shelter is not responsible for lost or stolen items. The bag check opens at 8 am and closes at 11:30 am 

Strollers: Yes — however, there will be a separate start for stroller runners and they must run in the back of the main group of runners. 

Pets: We cannot allow animals to run in this race. If you require a service animal for assistance, please contact us at info@HobokenShelter.org by October 15 so we can make accommodations for you.

Pets: We cannot allow animals to run in this race. If you require a service animal, please contact us at info@HobokenShelter.org by October 15 so we can make the necessary accommodations.

Street parking is limited in Hoboken. If you choose to drive, we recommend parking in one of Hoboken's municipal parking garages. We highly recommend taking public transportation – additional details are available here. Please pay close attention to all parking signs and restrictions to avoid a costly parking ticket. 

We rely on guidance from the City of Hoboken on what constitutes safe running conditions for everyone. If the race is cancelled, we will let you know via email or social media posts. No refunds will be provided for race cancellations. 

Please note: The Kids' race is more vulnerable to the weather. The safety of our youngest racers is always prioritized so there may be sudden race-day adjustments for the Scary Scurry Run due to weather restrictions like rain, which would not impact the 5K run.

We highly recommend you consider purchasing race insurance offered in the registration portal. 

Race fees are non-refundable and cannot be transferred to next year’s race. We offer two options to make the most of your registration:

• Change your event from in-person to virtual
• Transfer your registration to another participant 
• Fees may apply

We highly recommend that you purchase race insurance through the registration portal. 

You can transfer until online registration closes (Saturday before the race at 11:59 pm EST). This can be completed through the online registration page once you have logged into Race Roster. There will be a transfer fee along with any event price adjustments. There will be no registration transfers after the online registration deadline or on/after race day.

(2026 schedule is subject to change)

Friday, October 23rd: Noon to 7:00 pm at The Hoboken Shelter (300 Bloomfield St., Hoboken)

Saturday, October 24th: 9:00 am to 1:00 pm at The Hoboken Shelter (300 Bloomfield St., Hoboken)

Sunday, October 25th: 8:00 am to 9:30 am on Race Day, Pier A, Hoboken. 

Please bring a copy of your registration (on paper or on your phone).

• For friends: YES — You will need copies of everyone's registration (on paper or on your phone). 
• For teams: MAYBE — Team packets can be grouped together ONLY if you registered as a team and request ‘team pick-up’ ahead of time by emailing us at events@hobokenshelter.org.

Yes! Volunteers are always needed for race day.

To get started, please complete this quick form here.

If you have any questions, email us at GetInvolved@HobokenShelter.org.

Yes! We have a small but mighty committee of volunteers who tirelessly work on organizing this race from March to October each year. We are always looking for people to help with sponsorships, marketing, social media, and more! This is a great opportunity for people who have skillsets in these areas, they would like to donate their time to, as well as for people who are interested in learning new skills. To learn more, join us at our next virtual meeting – contact us at GetInvolved@hobokenshelter.org.

We have some photos uploaded to this site - click on the PHOTOS tab on the top navigation bar. To see all the photos from the 2025 race, please visit our official race photographer's site here.

We won't know until October if the current construction will still be in place along the race route. We ran the 2025 race route with the current construction and had a smooth event. We will keep our racers updated if there are any deviations from our traditional race route. Questions? Please reach out to us at info@HobokenShelter.org. 

Yes! The HoBOOken 5K is a great way to connect your business with more than 2,100 runners, families, and community supporters. HoBOOken 5K sponsors receive valuable visibility while helping The Hoboken Shelter provide meals, shelter, housing assistance, and other essential services to neighbors in need. All sponsorships are 100% tax-deductible, too!

View our sponsor guide here: https://hobokenshelter.aflip.in/268ef3bad8.html

To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, contact Natalie Hull, Lead Development Coordinator: Volunteers & Corporate Partnerships, at Natalie.Hull@HobokenShelter.org.

Getting to the HoBOOKen 5K from Manhattan

Here are convenient transportation options to reach the race in Hoboken from Manhattan:

Public Transit

• Take the PATH train from 33rd Street or Christopher Street station directly to Hoboken Terminal
• From Hoboken Terminal, the race start will be a short walk to the Pier A starting line

Alternative Routes

• Ferry from Manhattan's West Side to Hoboken Terminal - walk to Pier A
• NJ Transit bus routes connecting Manhattan and Hoboken - walk to Pier A
• Rideshare services like Uber or Lyft

Plan to arrive at least 45 minutes before race start to allow time for parking, registration, and warm-up.

TOP FUNDRAISING PRIZES

Top Individual Fundraiser
Courtesy of City Fitness: One individual fundraiser will receive a free week of Thrive Training, a free week of Revive Recovery, and official City Fitness swag.

Top Team Fundraiser
Courtesy of City Fitness: Members of the top fundraising team will receive a free week of Thrive Training, a free week of Revive Recovery, and official City Fitness swag.

Top Fundraiser, Age 17 & Under
Courtesy of Mathnasium: The top youth fundraiser will receive a Fujifilm Instax Mini 13 Instant Camera.

Winners will be judged by their final fundraising totals as of Sunday, October 25 at 11:59 PM.

TOP RUNNER PRIZES

Our top male, female, and nonbinary runners will each receive a gift certificate for a free pair of running shoes, courtesy of Fleet Feet Hoboken. City Fitness will also add a complimentary 3-month Performance+ membership for each of the three winners.

TOP COSTUME PRIZES

Best Costumes: Snack Bar will be providing gift certificates to their Hoboken location for our best individual, duo, and group costumes. A $50 gift certificate will be awarded to the best individual costume; a $75 gift certificate will be awarded to the best duo costume; and a $125 gift certificate will be awarded to the best group costume. Children's costumes will not be judged. We'll announce costume winners on October 31 on our Facebook and Instagram. Your runner bib number must be clearly visible to be eligible to win a prize.