Registration Starts for 25th 'Twilight Challenge' 5K in Basking Ridge

Registration is now open for the 25th Annual Pleasant Valley Twilight Challenge 5K to be held late this spring as part of the Bernards Township Municipal Alliance's campaign against underage alcohol consumption in Bernards Township.

Registration can be completed online at CompuScore.com, under June events, or download an application and mail to 262 S. Finley Ave., Basking Ridge, 07920.

The race is scheduled for Sunday, June 2, at Pleasant Valley Park off Valley Roadin Basking Ridge. The 5K is scheduled to begin at 6 p.m., while a one mile health walk begins at 5:30 pm. Kids can also partake in a children’s Lollipop Loop at the conclusion of the 5K. 

“The Twilight Challenge has been a staple in the community for a quarter of a century," said Community Program Coordinator Kaitlin Kordusky. "It’s a fun family day with local band Mama’s Stew providing live entertainment starting at 4 p.m. Since it’s the 25th year, we hope to have amazing weather, lots of runners, and even more support to prevent underage drinking in Bernards Township,” she said.   

The 5K race is designed to include two cross country loops around the park.  Pre–registration is $20 if received by Friday, May 31. The fee on race day is $25, according to Kordusky.

Walkers can register for the $10 one-mile walk in advance or the day of the event. All runners must pick up their numbers on race day between 4 to 5:30 p.m.

Awards will be given to the top overall male and female runners in each age group in five-year increments from 10 and under to 80 and older. 

The event is sponsored by the Bernards Township Health Department and the Bernards Township Municipal Alliance Against Substance Abuse. Funds will go towards supporting initiatives that reduce and prevent underage drinking in the community. For more information, visit www.bernardsalliance.org or call 908-204-2523.

The mission of the Bernards Township Municipal Alliance Against Substance Abuse is to provide consultation, programs, training and resources to members of the Bernards Township community with the goal of preventing and reducing the use of alcohol, tobacco and other drugs through education, support of events and programs and presence in the community. For more information or to make a donation, visit www.bernardsalliance.org.