Ocean Parks 5k (Joe Palaia Park) 2026 — Ocean, NJ

Date
September 26, 2026
Location
Ocean, NJ
Venue
240 Whalepond Road
Start Time
9:00 AM
Entry Fee
$25.00
Events
5K
Includes
T-Shirt
3rd Annual "Ocean Parks 5k". Run or Walk through the scenic trails of Joe Palaia Park in Ocean Township. The money raised will go towards outdoor recreation improvements for the Township of Ocean. Check-in/Registration will begin at approximately 7:30AM. All participants will receive a runner's medal. Registrations made before April 17th will also be guaranteed an event t-shirt. Awards to the top finishers in each age group.

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Race Travel Insurance

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You've trained for months and booked a trip to Ocean, 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.

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