THE HEART OF GOLD 5K
A community 5K in Oakland, New Jersey. Runners and walkers welcome. After race-related expenses, net proceeds are shared among the Oakland Volunteer Fire Department, Oakland First Aid Squad, Oakland Police Department, and Ramapo-Bergen Animal Refuge.
- Race Date
- June 20th, 2027
- Location
- Oakland Industrial Park · Bauer Avenue
- Start Address
- 16 Van Vooren Drive, Oakland, NJ
- Packet Pickup
- Same-day, 8:30 AM
- Race Start
- 9:30 AM
- Registration
- $29.99 through May 31 · $34.99 after May 31
- Format
- One heat — runners toward the front, walkers toward the back
- Timing
- Timing Services via Tristate Timing
- Results
- Separated after the race and posted via RunSignup
- Bibs
- Provided to all participants
- Medals
- Top-10 finishers in each gender category
- Trophy
- First overall finisher in each gender category
A Father's Day 5K for Oakland families.
The Heart of Gold 5K is held on Father's Day each year — a chance for dads, kids, and the whole family to spend the morning together at a community event.
Whether you're racing side by side, walking the course together, or cheering from the sidelines, the event is built around families showing up for Oakland. Bring your dad, bring your kids, or bring the whole crew.
Where your registration goes.
After race-related expenses, net proceeds are shared among four Oakland-based organizations.
Oakland Volunteer Fire Department
Volunteer firefighters protecting Oakland homes and families.
Oakland First Aid Squad
Volunteer EMTs providing emergency medical response across town.
Oakland Police Department
Local officers keeping Oakland's neighborhoods safe every day.
Ramapo-Bergen Animal Refuge (RBARI)
A no-kill shelter giving local animals a second chance.
Race-day questions.
- Yes. The race is a single heat — runners toward the front, walkers toward the back. All fitness levels are welcome.
- Stroller and pet policies are set by the race organizers. Please email us before race day to confirm current guidance.
- The race is held rain or shine. In the event of severe weather, organizers may adjust the schedule; updates will be posted on RunSignup and social media.
- Registration fees are non-refundable per RunSignup's standard event terms. Contact us if you have a specific situation.
- Parking is available in and around the Oakland Industrial Park. Please follow race-day signage and volunteer direction on arrival.
- Send an email to the race organizers via the Contact page — we welcome help with setup, registration, course marshaling, water stops, and awards.