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Book it for Books 5K
Book it for Books 5K is a 5K event held in Edison, New Jersey. It was last held on October 11, 2026 and is usually run in October; the next date hasn't been announced yet. About 280 runners take part across all distances.
- Usually held
- October
- Location
- Edison, NJ
- Field size
- ~280 runners
Race details
- Last held
- October 11, 2026
- Usually held in
- October
- Location
- Edison, New Jersey
- Distances
- 5K
- Field size
- About 280 runners
- Registration
- runsignup.com
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Registration status as last checked September 22, 2026: open
About the Book it for Books 5K
Support the Friends of the Edison Public Library at this literary-themed 5K in Roosevelt Park! Registration includes a finisher’s medal and custom event socks. Add an event shirt for just $15. Awards will be presented in the following age groups: 10 and under, 11–15, 16–19, 20–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59, 60–69, and 70+ Come dressed as your favorite book character and enter the costume contest! Early Packet Pickup October 10, 2026 Location and time: TBD Race-Day Packet Pickup October 11, 2026 7…
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Book it for Books 5K: common questions
- When is the Book it for Books 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 Book it for Books 5K held?
- In Edison, New Jersey.
- What distances does the Book it for Books 5K offer?
- 5K.
- How many people run the Book it for Books 5K?
- About 280 runners across all of its distances. That figure is an estimate of the field size, not an entry cap.
- How do I register for the Book it for Books 5K?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the Book it for Books 5K?
- Registration status as last checked September 22, 2026: open. $40 (from runsignup.com, checked September 22, 2026).
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