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Always Ready 5K
Always Ready 5K is a 5K event held in Cape May, New Jersey. It was last held on October 10, 2026 and is usually run in October; the next date hasn't been announced yet.
- Usually held
- October
- Location
- Cape May, NJ
Race details
- Last held
- October 10, 2026
- Usually held in
- October
- Location
- Cape May, New Jersey
- Distances
- 5K
- Registration
- runsignup.com
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Registration status as last checked September 22, 2026: open
About the Always Ready 5K
Epic Coast Guard views and fun family racing. Awards to the top 3 M/f Overall and Age Groups: 14 & under, 15-19, and 10 year AG up to 60+. Race Shirts are guaranteed to those registered by September 30 (limited supply after) and all finishers receive a commemorative Always Ready Challenge Coin. ALWAYS READY K9 RACE This 3K run/walk option is open to four-legged friends accompanied by 2 legged guides. Dogs must be leashed on no longer than a 6ft lead and able to maintain a calm disposition f…
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Always Ready 5K: common questions
- When is the Always Ready 5K?
- The next date hasn't been announced in the listing yet. The race is usually held in October. Check the organiser's website for the official date.
- Where is the Always Ready 5K held?
- In Cape May, New Jersey.
- What distances does the Always Ready 5K offer?
- 5K.
- How do I register for the Always Ready 5K?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the Always Ready 5K?
- Registration status as last checked September 22, 2026: open. $45 (from runsignup.com, checked September 22, 2026).
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