34th Annual River to Bay 5K
When is 34th Annual River to Bay 5K?
34th Annual River to Bay 5K takes place on Saturday, May 2, 2026 in Island Heights, NJ.
What distances does 34th Annual River to Bay 5K offer?
34th Annual River to Bay 5K offers 5 events: T-Shirt Only, 1 Mile Fun Run, 1 Mile Health Walk, 5K Run, 5K Health Walk.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| T-Shirt Only | 0.01 mi | $20.00 | Register |
| 1 Mile Fun Run | 1.0 mi | $10.00 | Register |
| 1 Mile Health Walk | 1.0 mi | $15.00 | Register |
| 5K Run | 5.0 km | $30.00 | Register |
| 5K Health Walk | 5.0 km | $20.00 | Register |
How much does 34th Annual River to Bay 5K cost?
Registration for 34th Annual River to Bay 5K starts at $10.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is 34th Annual River to Bay 5K held?
34th Annual River to Bay 5K is held in Island Heights, NJ at 1 Wanamaker Municipal Complex.
About 34th Annual River to Bay 5K
The 2026 River to Bay 5K is scheduled as an In-Person Race on May 2, 2026, rain or shine.
Please join us on Saturday May 2nd, 2026 for the 34th Annual River to Bay 5K Classic, presented by the Kiwanis Club of Greater Toms River on its beautiful Island Heights course. This race is a USATF certified course. All participants must agree to the terms of the USATF Waiver as a condition of registration.
All proceeds benefit local youth and charitable organizations. Visit our website at http://tomsriverkiwanis.org/ and click the History tab to see some of the organizations we support.
Limited to the first 750 participants, please sign up early before the race fills up! Any "early bird" registrants by end of day April 7, 2026 save $10 on registration. Early bird registrants are guaranteed a race shirt of the correct size, we cannot guarantee availability for those registering after early bird.
Race registrations are non-refundable.
Persons, companies, or groups interested in sponsoring the 2026 race may contact river2bay5k@gmail.com. Sponsorships range from $75 to $2,500
Special thanks to our platinum sponsor for 2025, Vision Financial Services, and our major sponsor for the 2025 race, Gateway Toyota
Race Times and Awards
Race Day (Saturday):
7:30 AM - Check In begins for all events at 1 Wanamaker Plaza; Island Heights, NJ 08754
8:15 AM - 1 mile fun run
8:15 AM - 1 mile health walk
8:55 AM - Check-In Concludes
9:00 AM – 5K (3.1 mile) Run
9:00 AM – 5K health walk
10:00 AM – Awards
MILE AWARDS – no duplicates
Top 3 male & female overall
Top 2 male & female: 7 & under; 8-10 & 11-13
Medals for all 1 mile fun run participants
5K AWARDS – no duplicates
Top 3 male & female overall
Top 3 male & female: 7 & under; 8-10; 11-13; 14-19; 20-24; 25-29; 30-34; 35-39; 40-44; 45-49; 50-54; 55-59; 60-64; 65-69; 70-79; 80 & over