Always Ready 5K

The Always Ready 5K is a scenic running event held in Cape May, New Jersey, starting and finishing at Harborview Park. Participants enjoy a unique course that includes a nearly 1.5-mile tour through the U.S. Coast Guard Training Center Cape May, known as the birthplace of the U.S.

Coast Guard, with views of the harbor and Coast Guard cutters. The event features a 5K run, a 3K Always Ready K9 run/walk for participants with dogs, and virtual race options for both distances. All finishers receive commemorative items, including challenge coins and medals, with chip timing and awards for top finishers across various age groups. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.