Kiwimbi 5k/10k Run-Walk

Race Overview: A race coming up on 2026-05-17 in Bridgewater, NJ. Get all the nerdy details below or follow the sign up links to secure your spot today!
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Race data last checked: 2026-03-16

Race Overview:

Ken'ya Run?   Yes, You Ken'ya!
Kiwimbi 10K, 5K Runs & 45-Minute Walk!
Creating opportunity through education.
Bring your family and friends and join us for a beautiful day in a picturesque park! The beautiful course has tons of shade, making it a great place to set PB's!  

COURSE IS PAVED, FLAT AND FAST!

Date: Sunday May 17, 2026

Place: Duke Island Park, 191 Old York Rd, Bridgewater, NJ

Registration: 8:00 am
10K race:  9:00 am
5K race: 9:00 am
Walkers go out immediately after the races begin.
Why walk 45 minutes? That's the average amount of time a child in rural Kenya walks one way to school each day!

Prizes to Top 3 M/F Overall Finishers

Awards to Top M/F 1st Place Finishers in the following Age Groups:

15 & Under · 16-19 · 20s · 30s · 40s· 50s · 60s · 70s · 80s · 90+

All proceeds to benefit Kiwimbi International.

**If you would prefer to donate by check, please mail your gift to: 
Kiwimbi International, PO Box 465 Gladstone, NJ 07934
Race registrations can also be paid by check. Email info@kiwimbi.org for assistance.
 
What to Expect:
  • Tons of food featuring Kenyan treats
  • Plenty of water 
  • Kenyan Pop Music playing all morning long to get you pumped up for the challenge
  • Water stations along the course, where runners can recharge
  • 10k and 5k USATF sanctioned and timed races – part of the Grand Prix
  • 45 Minute (5k) Fun Walk
  • Register by April 1 for a guaranteed a t-shirt. 

The medal ceremony will take place as soon as results are tabulated. 
 
Other Ways to Help:
Be an Enthusiastic Fundraiser –
your families and friends can support you and Kiwimbi with their contributions

Volunteerproof of service hours available

Be A Cheerleader!your sideline encouragement will motivate the runners

Sponsorships are available at the bottom of the Race website. If you have a business that would like to partner with us, sign up to be a sponsor or send an email to info@kiwimbi.org.  

This Event will be held RAIN OR SHINE!  

No refunds.

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