34th Annual River to Bay 5K
- Date Sat 2nd May 2026
- Time 8:15AM EDT
- Location Island Heights, New Jersey
- Price $13.25 - $43.75
- Races 5 races
- Distances 1 Mile, 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of community spirit and athletic achievement at the 34th Annual River to Bay 5K, taking place on Saturday, May 2, 2026, in the scenic Island Heights, Ocean. This in-person race, rain or shine, is a fantastic opportunity for runners of all levels to participate in a USATF certified course. With a limit of 750 participants, it’s crucial to register early to secure your spot and enjoy the benefits of early bird pricing, which saves you $10 if you sign up by April 6, 2026.
Not only will you be part of a vibrant race day atmosphere, but your participation also supports local youth and charitable organizations, making every step you take meaningful. Don't miss out on this chance to run for a cause while enjoying the beautiful surroundings of Island Heights. Lace up your running shoes and join us for a memorable race experience that celebrates community, fitness, and philanthropy!
Not only will you be part of a vibrant race day atmosphere, but your participation also supports local youth and charitable organizations, making every step you take meaningful. Don't miss out on this chance to run for a cause while enjoying the beautiful surroundings of Island Heights. Lace up your running shoes and join us for a memorable race experience that celebrates community, fitness, and philanthropy!
Organiser's Description
THE 2026 RIVER TO BAY 5K IS SCHEDULED AS AN IN-PERSON RACE ON MAY 2, 2026, RAIN OR SHINE.
PLEASE JOIN US ON SATURDAY MAY 2ND, 2026 FOR THE 34TH ANNUAL RIVER TO BAY 5K CLASSIC, PRESENTED BY THE KIWANIS CLUB OF GREATER TOMS RIVER ON ITS BEAUTIFUL ISLAND HEIGHTS COURSE. THIS RACE IS A USATF CERTIFIED COURSE. ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST AGREE TO THE TERMS OF THE USATF WAIVER [https://www.usatf.org/getattachment/6156993f-eceb-44e4-ba36-22a05d652325/Participant-Waiver-and-Release-of-Liability-Form.pdf?lang=en-US] AS A CONDITION OF REGISTRATION.
ALL PROCEEDS BENEFIT LOCAL YOUTH AND CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS. VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT HTTP://TOMSRIVERKIWANIS.ORG/ [http://tomsriverkiwanis.org/] AND CLICK THE HISTORY TAB TO SEE SOME OF THE ORGANIZATIONS WE SUPPORT.
LIMITED TO THE FIRST 750 PARTICIPANTS, PLEASE SIGN UP EARLY BEFORE THE RACE FILLS UP! ANY "EARLY BIRD" REGISTRANTS BY END OF DAY APRIL 6, 2026 SAVE $10 ON REGISTRATION. EARLY BIRD REGISTRANTS ARE GUARANTEED A RACE SHIRT OF THE CORRECT SIZE, WE CANNOT GUARANTEE AVAILABILITY FOR THOSE REGISTERING AFTER EARLY BIRD.
RACE REGISTRATIONS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE.
PERSONS, COMPANIES, OR GROUPS INTERESTED IN SPONSORING THE 2026 RACE MAY CONTACT RIVER2BAY5K@GMAIL.COM. SPONSORSHIPS RANGE FROM $75 TO $2,500
SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR PLATINUM SPONSOR FOR 2025, VISION FINANCIAL SERVICES [https://www.visionfinancialnj.com/], AND OUR MAJOR SPONSOR FOR THE 2025 RACE, GATEWAY TOYOTA [https://www.gatewaytoyota.com/]
PLEASE JOIN US ON SATURDAY MAY 2ND, 2026 FOR THE 34TH ANNUAL RIVER TO BAY 5K CLASSIC, PRESENTED BY THE KIWANIS CLUB OF GREATER TOMS RIVER ON ITS BEAUTIFUL ISLAND HEIGHTS COURSE. THIS RACE IS A USATF CERTIFIED COURSE. ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST AGREE TO THE TERMS OF THE USATF WAIVER [https://www.usatf.org/getattachment/6156993f-eceb-44e4-ba36-22a05d652325/Participant-Waiver-and-Release-of-Liability-Form.pdf?lang=en-US] AS A CONDITION OF REGISTRATION.
ALL PROCEEDS BENEFIT LOCAL YOUTH AND CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS. VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT HTTP://TOMSRIVERKIWANIS.ORG/ [http://tomsriverkiwanis.org/] AND CLICK THE HISTORY TAB TO SEE SOME OF THE ORGANIZATIONS WE SUPPORT.
LIMITED TO THE FIRST 750 PARTICIPANTS, PLEASE SIGN UP EARLY BEFORE THE RACE FILLS UP! ANY "EARLY BIRD" REGISTRANTS BY END OF DAY APRIL 6, 2026 SAVE $10 ON REGISTRATION. EARLY BIRD REGISTRANTS ARE GUARANTEED A RACE SHIRT OF THE CORRECT SIZE, WE CANNOT GUARANTEE AVAILABILITY FOR THOSE REGISTERING AFTER EARLY BIRD.
RACE REGISTRATIONS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE.
PERSONS, COMPANIES, OR GROUPS INTERESTED IN SPONSORING THE 2026 RACE MAY CONTACT RIVER2BAY5K@GMAIL.COM. SPONSORSHIPS RANGE FROM $75 TO $2,500
SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR PLATINUM SPONSOR FOR 2025, VISION FINANCIAL SERVICES [https://www.visionfinancialnj.com/], AND OUR MAJOR SPONSOR FOR THE 2025 RACE, GATEWAY TOYOTA [https://www.gatewaytoyota.com/]
Races
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1 Mile Fun Run
Incl. $3.25 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 2nd May 2026 (8:15AM EDT)
$13.25
Race T-shirt additional -
1 Mile Health Walk
Incl. $3.25 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 2nd May 2026 (8:15AM EDT)
$18.25
Race T-shirt additional -
5K Run
Incl. $3.75 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 2nd May 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$43.75
Race t-shirt included with registration fee. -
5K Health Walk
Incl. $3.25 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 2nd May 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$23.25
Race T-shirt additional -
T-Shirt Only
Incl. $3.25 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 2nd May 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$23.25
**THIS IS FOR THOSE WHO ONLY WANT TO PURCHASE A TSHIRT
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1 Wanamaker Municipal Complex, Island Heights, 08732, NJ, United States
34th Annual River to Bay 5K
