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5K for KJ

5K for KJ is a running race on November 28, 2026 in Oak Bluffs, MA, with an entry fee of $30.

Date
November 28, 2026 (17 days to go)
Price
$30
Sport
Running

From the Organizer

The 5K for KJ is a race through the Manuel Corellus State Forest on Martha's Vineyard. The route follows the Martha's Vineyard Cross Country 5K course. The race was established in honor of a former XC runner who lost his life in an automobile accident. Proceeds from the race go to the Kevin Johnson Cross Country Scholarship Fund. This fund provides a $1,000 scholarship for graduating team members to use towards college expenses. 

Day of registration will begin at 8:00 am - 9:30 am in the MVRHS cafeteria. 

We encourage people to donate to the scholarship fund on the registration page if thy are unable to attend. 

Events

5K for KJ Cross Country Scholarship Run$30
3K for KJ Cross Country Scholarship Walk$30

Typical Conditions

It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.

Typical High

50°

Typical Low

33°

Chance of Rain

37%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Vineyard Haven Ap, 5 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 6:45 AMSunset 4:14 PMDaylight 9h 28m

About Oak Bluffs, MA

City Elevation

8 ft

Nearest Airport

HYA

Cape Cod Gateway Airport · 21 mi

Major Hub

PVD

Rhode Island T. F. Green International Airport · 48 mi

Time Zone

Eastern Time

From Endurance Grid

Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.

Race Location

What Are You
Waiting For?

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17

Days to train

Race
5K for KJ
Date
November 28, 2026

Get Ready for Race Day

Plan your training, log every workout, and track your progress all the way to race day in the Endurance Grid app.

The training calendar in the Endurance Grid app: the week plan and every day colored by sport
A Race Story in the Endurance Grid app: the finish photo and everyone who finished

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 5K for KJ?
5K for KJ is a running race held in Oak Bluffs, Massachusetts on November 28, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
When and where is the 5K for KJ?
Saturday, November 28, 2026 in Oak Bluffs, Massachusetts at Martha's Vineyard Regional High School. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the 5K for KJ?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

5K for KJ

Nov 28, 2026

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