Annual OCC Viking 5K And Fun Run
- Date
- October 4, 2026
- Location
- 1 College Drive, Toms River, NJ
- Distance
- Fun Run · Health Walk · 5K Run
From the Organizer
Please join us on Sunday, October 4, 2026, for the Annual OCC Viking 5K And Fun Run, presented by the Ocean County College Foundation and Ocean County College Athletics. This race is a USATF-certified course. As a condition of registration, all participants must agree to the terms of the USATF.
All proceeds benefit the Ocean County College Foundation. For more information and sponsorship opportunities, please visit go.ocean.edu/5K or call the Ocean County College Foundation office at 732-255-0492.
9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Race Registration Check-In - 7:30 a.m.
Register by Friday, August 30
The preferred parking lot for race day is Lot P2 by the Grunin Center.
See you on Race Day!
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
71°
Typical Low
46°
Chance of Rain
25%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Toms River.
Host City
About Toms River, NJ
Elevation
32 ft
Nearest Airport
TTN
Trenton Mercer Airport · 39 mi
Major Hub
EWR
Newark Liberty International Airport · 51 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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- Race
- Annual OCC Viking 5K And Fun Run
- Date
- October 4, 2026
- Location
- 1 College Drive, Toms River, NJ
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Annual OCC Viking 5K And Fun Run?
- Annual OCC Viking 5K And Fun Run is a running race held in Toms River, New Jersey on October 4, 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 Annual OCC Viking 5K And Fun Run?
- Sunday, October 4, 2026 in Toms River, New Jersey at 1 College Drive, Toms River, NJ. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Annual OCC Viking 5K And Fun Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Annual OCC Viking 5K And Fun Run
Oct 4, 2026