I ran this race in 2012 and 2013. A great race for a great cause. To support cancer patients and to help "Stomp out Cancer". A nice out and back 5K course with a festive atmosphere. A crowded field with over 1300 runners last year in 2014. Nice tech shirts

Despite the 5K and 10K races with a low turnout, I'd say the price of registration to enter the race was pretty reasonable. That's especially a bang for my buck for a 5K that does not have a huge crowd.

I am unsure about the course similarity to the Casino Bridge Run,

Excellent course by far. One of my favorite. Professionally done. Only bad thing is the awards are awarded to 10 year age spans rather than 5 years which is a mistake.
Top of the line shirts they give out.

This is an event you will want to do each year. I