Steeplechase Distance Run

Let's Get FESTIVE!

Glass & Mug Giveaways

Awards for the most festive participants

Cider, donuts, hot pretzels at the finish line

Long sleeve tech shirts available for purchase

Are you ready to DOUBLE DOWN? NEW 5K + 10K DOUBLE CHALLENGE!

5K

START TIME 8:45 AM

Enjoy our USATF sanctioned and certified 3.1-mile course starting and ending near Amsterdam School in Hillsborough. The course will take you through the neighborhoods of Country Classics with a short bit on Woods Road. This event is for everyone from the competitive runner to the friendly walker. For USATF-NJ members, this is a 500-point Grand Prix event.

REGISTRATION FEE

$30 thru 9/22
$35 after 9/22

Commemorative glass included in registration, option to purchase event shirt.

10K

START TIME 9:30 AM

Enjoy our USATF sanctioned and certified 6.2-mile course starting and ending near Amsterdam School in Hillsborough. The course will take you through the neighborhoods of Country Classics and continue on a course that literally runs along the township line between Hillsborough and Montgomery. This event is for runners and brisk walkers. For USATF-NJ members, this is a 500-point Grand Prix event, 700-point championship event for Masters Women. 14 minute per mile pace or faster required.

** Named USATF-NJ's Masters Women's 10K Championship in 2024 **

REGISTRATION FEE

$30 thru 9/22
$35 after 9/22

Commemorative glass included in registration, option to purchase event shirt.

5K + 10K CHALLENGE

Whether you are training for a longer race this fall or just like the idea of trying to complete a 5K and 10K in the same day, we invite you to "Do The Double!"

Warm up in the 5K and race the 10K or even pace both events, we hope you will take on this fun challenge. We've done the math for you - this option is a fit for anyone who can run or walk a 12-minute mile.

REGISTRATION FEE

$50 thru 9/22
$55 after 9/22

Commemorative copper finishers mug included in registration, option to purchase event shirt.

KIDS SPRINTS

While the 10K and 5K bring excitement to the day, our kids sprint brings pure joy. Children aged 2 to 10 are grouped with those who are the same age and tasked with running a few laps around our track built on the front lawn of Amsterdam School. It's the real experience with bib, finisher medal and a pumpkin!

REGISTRATION FEE

$10

2 MILE WALK

START TIME 9:30 AM

This event is for our joyful walker who prefers 2 miles to 3 miles. Walkers will start behind our 10K runners and 1 mile into their course will turn to come back to Amsterdam School.

REGISTRATION FEE

$30 thru 9/22
$35 after 9/22

Commemorative glass included in registration, option to purchase event shirt.

VIRTUAL PARTICIPATION

START TIME - YOUR CALL

Whether you've moved from the area or have plans that day, you can still be a part of the event through virtual participation. During the week between September 29th and October 6th, we invite you to log your miles and share your runfies on our website. Any distance welcome!

REGISTRATION FEE

$30 thru 9/22
$35 after 9/22

Commemorative glass included in registration, option to purchase event shirt. Shipping of bib and swag available for a $10 add on purchase during registration.

EVENT SCHEDULE

Rain or Shine!

7:30 REG & BAG CHECK OPEN

8:45 5K START (3.1 Miles)

9:30 10K START (6.2 Miles)

9:30 WALK START (2 Miles)

9:45 5K AWARDS

10:45 KIDS SPRINTS

11:00 10K + DOUBLE AWARDS

AWARDS

5K and 10K

1st, 2nd, 3rd overall (M/W/Non-Binary)
1st, 2nd, 3rd Hillsborough Residents (M/W)
5-year age groups from 10 & under to 90 & over (M/W)
Top RWJ Employee (M/W)

Double

1st, 2nd, 3rd overall (M/W/Non-Binary)
Participants in the "double" will be eligible for overall and age group awards in the individual events.

10K USATF Womens Masters Championship Prizes
(must be a member of USATF-NJ to win)
$125 / $75 / $50

Medals to all kids sprint participants.

EVENT PROCEEDS

Funds raised help support the Steeplechase Cancer Center at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset. The Cancer Center offers comprehensive services for the diagnosis and treatment of all cancers, enabling patients to see their doctors, undergo advanced outpatient treatment, and participate in promising cancer research studies all in one place close to home.

By supporting the Steeplechase Distance Run, you are impacting thousands of local patients and their families who rely on the Steeplechase Cancer Center at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset for hope and healing. As the only acute-cute hospital in Somerset County, we are committed to improving the lives of all who live and work in our community. Your support enables us to add years and quality to many lives.

LEARN MORE

(10K ONLY - WOMENS MASTERS CHAMPIONSHIP RACE)

FUNDS RAISED

$64,819

Raised of $75,000

$75,000