Registration for the Ocean City Night In Venice 5K Run costs $30 to $35. Held on July 25, 2026, in Ocean City, New Jersey, this event offers both a 5K and a 1-mile option, making it accessible to runners and walkers at different fitness levels. The race starts at 8:00 AM from the Ocean City Intermediate School rear lot. Whether you're training for a longer distance or looking for a shorter tune-up effort, you can choose the distance that fits your current fitness and race schedule.
From the Race Organizer
Ocean City Night In Venice 5K Run & 1 Mile Walk Saturday, July 25, 2026 @ 8am "Event is Rain or Shine - Non Refundable” DISTANCE: 5km Run & 1 Mile Walk Races will Start and Finish on Haven Avenue at 19th Street on an out and back course. Race will travel south down the Bike Path. Race starts and finishes at the same place. RACE TIME & REGISTRATION: 5k race will go off at 8:00 AM with 1 Mile Walk going off right after. There will be two times for registration and packet pick up. Friday (7/24) from 5pm-8pm in Ocean City Community Center Atrium at 1735 Simpson Avenue and Saturday (7/25) Race Day registration begins at 6:30 AM on the 19th Street Basketball Courts behind OC Intermediate School. Restroom portable toilets will be available on site. Please note 1 Mile walkers do not need a race bib as the 1 Mile walk is not timed. Walkers can pick up shirts Friday or Saturday. 5k PRIZE DIVISIONS: Overall Male & Female Winner win a special prize. After that there will be age group medals for 1st, 2nd, & 3rd per gender in the following age groups: 14 & Under | 15-19 | 20-29 | 30-39 | 40-49 | 50-59 | 60-69 | 70-79 | 80+ **Please note awards are for 5k Participants Only** FEE: $30.00 for pre-registration by 7/6/2026 (includes shirt) $35.00 for registration 7/7/2026 through race day registration (includes shirt, while supplies last.) We will have no paper registration on race day everyone must signup online. DIRECTIONS/PARKING: Enter Ocean City from the 9th Street Bridge (RT 52). Turn right at the first light (Bay Avenue). Proceed to 17th Street. There is off street parking between Haven & Simpson Avenue between 16th & 17th Street. Registration will occur on the basketball courts behind Ocean City Intermediate School along the Bike Path at 19th Street along Haven Avenue. All proceeds benefit Ocean City Boys & Girls Cross Country and Track & Field Boosters. Questions? Please email mpurdue@ocsdnj.org with any questions for the race!
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for July 25.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Ocean City, NJ.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
When is Ocean City Night In Venice 5K Run 2026 — Ocean City, NJ?
Ocean City Night In Venice 5K Run 2026 — Ocean City, NJ takes place on July 25, 2026. The race is held in Ocean City, New Jersey.
Where is Ocean City Night In Venice 5K Run 2026 — Ocean City, NJ held?
Ocean City Night In Venice 5K Run 2026 — Ocean City, NJ is held at Ocean City Intermediate School (Rear) in Ocean City, New Jersey.
Where can I find hotels near Ocean City Night In Venice 5K Run 2026 — Ocean City, NJ?
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