7th Annual Survivor Day 5K
- Date Sat 21st November 2026
- Time 9:30AM EST
- Location Island Heights, New Jersey
- Price $43.40
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the uplifting 7th Annual Survivor Day 5K on Saturday, November 21, 2026, in beautiful Island Heights, Ocean, New Jersey. This meaningful event will take place at the 5 Wanamaker Municipal Complex, bringing together families and friends to run or walk a 5K in memory of Christian Schenk, honoring his legacy and offering support to those affected by suicide. Survivor Day, recognized by the U.S. Congress, serves as a vital day for healing and connection, especially as the holidays can be challenging for many.
Don't miss your chance to participate! Register by November 1st to select your T-shirt size, as sizes cannot be guaranteed after this date. This year, as we gather the week before Thanksgiving, we commemorate not only Christian's memory but also the anniversary of those lost, highlighting the importance of community and support in overcoming grief. Come together for an inspiring day filled with hope, love, and solidarity.
Don't miss your chance to participate! Register by November 1st to select your T-shirt size, as sizes cannot be guaranteed after this date. This year, as we gather the week before Thanksgiving, we commemorate not only Christian's memory but also the anniversary of those lost, highlighting the importance of community and support in overcoming grief. Come together for an inspiring day filled with hope, love, and solidarity.
Organiser's Description
The 7th Annual SURVIVOR DAY 5K will take place on November 21, 2026 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 7th 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.
This year, we will also be honoring
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 7th 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.
This year, we will also be honoring
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 21st November 2026 (9:30AM EST)
$43.40
OPENS 19 SEPThe 7th Annual Survivor Day 5K will take place on November 21st, 2026 in person at 5 Wanamaker Municipal Complex , Island Heights, NJ 08732 and virtually at a 5K location of your choice.
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