7TH Annual
7th Annual Survivor Day 5K
7th Annual Survivor Day 5K is a running race on November 21, 2026 in Island Heights, NJ, with an entry fee of $40.
- Date
- November 21, 2026 (109 days to go)
- Price
- $40
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
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.
Events
Weather
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
54°
Typical Low
31°
Chance of Rain
27%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Toms River, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Island Heights, NJ
Population
1,691
as of 2023
City Elevation
37 ft
Nearest Airport
ACY
Atlantic City International Airport · 41 mi
Major Hub
EWR
Newark Liberty International Airport · 52 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
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109
Days to train
- Race
- 7th Annual Survivor Day 5K
- Date
- November 21, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
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7th Annual Survivor Day 5K
Nov 21, 2026