6th Annual Survivor Day 5K
- Date Sat 22nd November 2025
- Time 9:30AM EST
- Location Island Heights, New Jersey
- Price $43.40
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the uplifting 6th Annual Survivor Day 5K on Saturday, November 22, 2025, in the charming setting of Island Heights, Ocean, New Jersey. This inspiring event kicks off at the Wanamaker Municipal Complex and invites participants to walk or run a 5K in memory of Christian Schenk, bringing together family and friends to honor those affected by suicide. Survivor Day, recognized by the U.S. Congress, serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of community and support during the challenging holiday season. Be sure to register by November 1st to secure your preferred T-shirt size and participate in this meaningful gathering. Together, let’s celebrate resilience and create a network of hope and healing.
Organiser's Description
The 6th Annual SURVIVOR DAY 5K will take place on November 22, 2025 in person at 5 Wanamaker Municipal Complex, Island Heights, NJ 08732. Register by November 1st to ensure you get to pick your T-shirt size! After November 1st, we cannot guarantee your size.
Survivor Day was designated by the U.S. Congress as a day when those affected by suicide can join together for healing and support. It was designated the Saturday before Thanksgiving, as the holidays are often a difficult time for suicide loss survivors.
For the 6th year in a row we are asking all of our family and friends to come together in unity to run or walk a 5K in memory of Christian Schenk and in support of all those mourning his loss the week before his birthday.
The anniversary of these deaths are stark reminders of the lasting effects that loss and grief have on surviving families as well as the importance of bringing communities together to support one another.
Survivor Day was designated by the U.S. Congress as a day when those affected by suicide can join together for healing and support. It was designated the Saturday before Thanksgiving, as the holidays are often a difficult time for suicide loss survivors.
For the 6th year in a row we are asking all of our family and friends to come together in unity to run or walk a 5K in memory of Christian Schenk and in support of all those mourning his loss the week before his birthday.
The anniversary of these deaths are stark reminders of the lasting effects that loss and grief have on surviving families as well as the importance of bringing communities together to support one another.
Races
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Survivor Day 5K
Incl. $3.40 Fee & 5K Race T-Shirt
Sat 22nd November 2025 (9:30AM EST)
$43.40
OPENS 22 SEPThe 6th Annual Survivor Day 5K will take place on November 22, 2025 in person at 5 Wanamaker Municipal Complex , Island Heights, NJ 08732 and virtually at a 5K location of your choice.
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