Place
626 Hurffville - Cross Keys Rd
Sewell, NJ US 08080
Description
We're excited to announce the 2nd Annual Gaudreau 5K and Family Fun Day!
The 2nd Annual Gaudreau 5K and Family Fun Day will take place at Washington Lake Park in Sewell, NJ on May 16, 2026, beginning at 8 AM. The event includes a chip-timed 5K race, a 2 Mile Fun "Walk & Roll", a Kid's Dash, a Diaper Dash and a Corn Hole tournament. The Family Fun Day includes music, All Star Dance performances, face-painting, a balloon artist, lawn games, inflatable activities for toddlers and children, yoga, raffle baskets, and food and beverage sales. Celebrity guest appearances are planned.
Virtual 5K Runs / Walks can also take place anywhere. Just complete your 5K Run / Walk anytime between May 1, 2026 and May 16, 2026 by 11:00 PM and submit your results online.
All event proceeds will be donated to the Gaudreau Family Foundation. The Foundation supports hockey initiatives supported by Jane & Guy Gaudreau.
NOTE: Washington Lake Park does not allow dogs or alcohol. Please leave your furry friends at home and join us at Dunlop’s Bar and Grill at the Hollydell Ice Arena after the event!
Race Contact Info
If you have any questions about this race, click the button below.
Merchandise Sales
The Merchandise Store is now OPEN! Click the link below to check out this year's branded Gaudreau merchandise sporting a new logo and many new options of apparel to choose from.
Race T-Shirt and Finisher Medal for 5K Events
The 2nd Annual Gaudreau 5K & Family Fun Day Race T-Shirt and Finisher Medal images are below. The T-Shirt & Finisher Medal will be provided to all participants of the Timed 5K Run and 2-Mile Walk & Roll. We can't wait to see everyone sporting this year's newly designed items.
Full 2026 Event Schedule
We are still hard at work finalizing the full schedule, with some new events and other additions for the 2026 event!
Top Shelf Sponsors
We wish to thank The Pool Store, Liberty Utility Services, Ardite Insurance Agency and Roman Pantry for being Top Shelf Sponsors again and for Maverick Partners Wealth Management as a new Sponsor this year! Continuing and new support from local businesses sends a clear message on what a wonderful community we have around us.
Sponsorship Opportunities
We presently have Sponsorship Opportunities at the following levels:
- $25,000 - Presenting Sponsor
- $15,000 - Hat Trick Sponsor
- $10,000 - Break Away Sponsor
- $5,000 - Power Play Sponsor
- $2,500 - Slap Shot Sponsor
- $1,000 - Top Shelf Sponsor
- $500 - Save Sponsor
If interested in Sponsoring this event, the Brochure containing the overview, benefits and form is located below. Inquiries may also be directed via email to gaudreaufamily5k@gmail.com.
Click the icon below to download the attached PDF.
Chipped & Timed 5K Course Map
Please see the PDF below for the Chipped & Timed 5K Race Course Map. We are using the same course as last year, but have added some additional instructions to the Map to help provide clarity for the two laps within the course.
Click the icon below to download the attached PDF.
2-Mile Walk & Roll Course Map
Please see the PDF below for the 2-Mile Walk & Roll course!
Click the icon below to download the attached PDF.
Washington Lake Park Map
NOTE: Washington Lake Park does not allow dogs or alcohol.
Click the icon below to download the attached PDF.
Donations for the Gaudreau Family Foundation
All proceeds from this year's event will support initiatives of the Gaudreau Family Foundation. The priorities of the foundation include:
- Empowering Children & Promoting Youth Athletics
- Bringing Communities Together
- Legacy Initiatives Honoring John & Matthew Gaudreau
Some key statistics and the resulting Community Impact from our 2025 fundraising efforts are noted below:
Thank you 2025 Sponsors!
