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Kiwimbi 5k/10k Run-Walk

Kiwimbi 5k/10k Run-Walk

Event Details

Duke Island Park, 191 Old York Rd, Bridgewater, NJ, 08807

Ken'ya Run? Yes, You Ken'ya!

Kiwimbi 10K, 5K Runs & 45-Minute Walk!

Creating opportunity through education.


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!
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!

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
Volunteer - proof 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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