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18th Annual Waldwick Chamber of Commerce 5K Run & 1 Mile Walk
2026 Thank You Letter!
Dear Race & Walk Participants,
On behalf of the Waldwick Chamber of Commerce, thank you for joining us for the 18th Annual 5K Run & 1-Mile Walk. We are truly grateful for the incredible energy, enthusiasm, and support you brought to this year’s event.
This year’s patriotic theme – celebrating our nation’s 250th birthday on May 3rd – added a unique layer of excitement. We hope you enjoyed meeting our “General George and Martha Washington,” our young patriot, and our Town Crier! The feedback we’ve received from participants, sponsors, and volunteers alike has been wonderful.
It was a beautiful, crisp morning, and seeing over 700 runners and walkers cross the finish line was a highlight for all of us. Between the commemorative 250th-anniversary tees, custom bibs, medals, and our signature “swag bag” backpacks, we aimed to make this milestone year truly special.
Most importantly, we are proud to announce that together, we raised $3,300 for Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation. Your generosity is providing vital support in the fight against pediatric cancer and making a tangible difference in the lives of children and families.
We also invite you to keep the spirit of the Waldwick 5KRun alive throughout the year! Whenever you travel, pack your race t-shirt, snap a photo at a landmark, and share it with us as part of our “W5K Run Around the Globe” initiative. You can visit the link below to see our global community in action:
https://thewaldwickchamberofcommerce.com/globe/
Thank you again for making this such a memorable day. It is your participation, our volunteers’ dedication, and our sponsors’ kindness that make this event the heart of our community.
Please mark your calendars for our 19th Annual Race on May 2, 2027. We can’t wait to see you there!
With sincere appreciation,
Stan Kowalski
Race Director
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The 18th Annual Waldwick Chamber of Commerce 5K Run & 1 Mile Walk took place on
Sunday, May 3, 2026.
This year’s highly successful event featured a patriotic theme in celebration of our nation’s 250th birthday.
We were also proud to partner with Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation, whose mission is to change the lives of children with cancer through funding impactful research, raising awareness, supporting families, and empowering everyone to help cure childhood cancer.
The event once again brought together runners, walkers, families, local businesses, and community supporters for a memorable day celebrating patriotism, wellness, and giving back.




