Firefighter Bob Kochka 5K Run/Walk
Firefighter Bob Kochka 5K Run/Walk is a running race on September 26, 2026 in Bloomingdale, NJ, with an entry fee of $30.
- Date
- September 26, 2026 (65 days to go)
- Price
- $30
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
12th Annual Bob Kochka 5k to benefit the Lustgarten Foundation for Pancreatic Research.
Course is Flat/Hilly roads
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
72°
Typical Low
52°
Chance of Rain
28%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Wanaque Raymond Dam, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Bloomingdale, NJ
Population
7,686
as of 2023
City Elevation
399 ft
Nearest Airport
EWR
Newark Liberty International Airport · 24 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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65
Days to train
- Race
- Firefighter Bob Kochka 5K Run/Walk
- Date
- September 26, 2026
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Firefighter Bob Kochka 5K Run/Walk
Sep 26, 2026