Run for Dad
When is Run for Dad?
Run for Dad takes place on Thursday, September 3, 2026 in West Windsor Township, NJ.
What distances does Run for Dad offer?
Run for Dad offers 5 events: 2 Mile Registration Walk, 5K Registration Run, Kids Fun Run, Virtual 5K Registration, Prostate Cancer Survivor Registration.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Mile Registration Walk | 2.0 mi | $40.00 | Register |
| 5K Registration Run | 3.1 mi | $45.00 | Register |
| Kids Fun Run | 100.0 mi | $5.00 | Register |
| Virtual 5K Registration | — | $40.00 | Register |
| Prostate Cancer Survivor Registration | — | $30.00 | Register |
How much does Run for Dad cost?
Registration for Run for Dad starts at $30.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is Run for Dad held?
Run for Dad is held in West Windsor Township, NJ at Mercer County Park Festival Grounds - West Picnic Area.
About Run for Dad
DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER, WE ARE CANCELING AN IN-PERSON EVENT. SHIRTS WILL BE MAILED OUT AND WE HAVE OPENED A VIRTUAL RESULTS PAGE. FEEL FREE TO DO YOUR OWN RACE ANYTIME BEFORE OCTOBER 4, ENTER YOUR SCORES, AND TOP FINISHERS WILL RECIEVE MEDALS IN THE MAIL
You can go to the results page on our website, and enter at the top your score!
RUN FOR DAD is the American Cancer Society’s premier community event to raise funds and build awareness about prostate cancer. Now in its 24th year, RUN FOR DAD is making it's annual return. Join us on September 26, 2026 as this event honors the memory of Frank Simms, event co-founder and all those who lost their battle with prostate cancer.
Check In/Bib Pick Up begins at 7:30am
5k/2m events begin at 8:30
Kids Fun Run begins APPROX 9:30am
In 2023, approximately 228,800 men in the US were diagnosed with prostate cancer and over 27,500 died from the disease. About one man in seven will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during his lifetime. New Jersey has the third highest incidence per capita of prostate cancer in the US. Even worse, in African American men, the incidence is roughly 60% higher than those of white or Asian men. There is good news however. The 5-year survival rate for men whose prostate cancer is detected early is nearly 100% and 93% of men diagnosed with prostate cancer will live 10 years or more. Education, awareness and personal action are saving lives and finding a cure.
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Sponsors
Thank you to our sponsors, vendors, volunteers, and community members that help make this event possible!
If you're interested in partnership opportunities, click the link below to see our selection of opportunities!