The First Annual Camden County Run for the Heroes is a community running event held on Saturday, October 17, 2026, at Veterans Island in Cooper River Park in Merchantville, New Jersey. The event includes a 2 Mile run/walk and is intended to honor Camden County first responders. Following the run/walk there is a free wellness event open to everyone. The wellness event is a community safety and wellness fair titled STRONGER TOGETHER: MIND, BODY AND HOME. The fair will include food trucks, vendors, music, a kids zone, games and other activities.
Registration details are provided for participants: Registration opens September 24, 2026 and closes October 16, 2026. The registration fee is $25.00. The venue address is 5300 North Park Drive, Merchantville, NJ 08109. Sign up here.
