Event Info
The 5K Celebration of Life is a special time of healing for those whose lives have been touched by donation and transplantation. Join our caring community of organ and tissue donor families, transplant recipients, volunteers, community groups and corporate and hospital partners that come together to honor, to remember, and to give hope!
Visit with NJ Sharing Network staff and sponsors, grab a snack, spend time with family and friends in our Team "Tent City", and be inspired during the live program at the Main Stage before making your way to the start line... We can't wait to celebrate with you.
The 5K is RAIN OR SHINE - please dress accordingly. In the event of thunderstorms and/or extreme weather, please check back here, NJSN social media and your email for updates.
Ocean Grove 5K Celebration of Life
Saturday, May 17, 2025
Ocean Pathway | Ocean Grove, NJ
Directly east of the Great Auditorium
21 Pilgrim Pathway, Ocean Grove, NJ 07756
New Providence 5K Celebration of Life
Sunday, June 8, 2025
NJ Sharing Network Headquarters | New Providence, NJ
691 Central Ave, New Providence, NJ 07974
5K Virtual Information Sessions:
Sign up for a virtual information session to learn everything you need to know before event day!
Early Bib & Shirt Pick-up
Participant bibs and shirts will be available to be picked up the day prior to both events, see below for info. All participants can also pick up their materials the morning of the 5K when the event site opens at 7:30am.
Ocean Grove 5K Early Pick-up
Friday, May 16, 2025
2:00pm - 6:00pm
Ocean Grove Boardwalk Pavilion
Ocean Ave. N. Directly Across Ocean Pathway
Street parking available
New Providence 5K Early Pick-up
Saturday, June 7, 2025
10:00am - 2:00pm
NJ Sharing Network Headquarters
691 Central Ave. New Providence, NJ
Our parking lot will be closed for event set up. Please park next door behind Summit Speech/Indigo Gymnastics at 705 Central.
Event Day Schedule
7:30am | Event Site Opens
(Music, Day-Of Registration & Participant Check-In)
8:15am | Remarks at Start Line
8:30am | USATF Certified Timed 5K Race
*Race awards based on chip time.
9:15am | Race Awards Announced at Main Stage
Approx. 9:40am | Walk Warm Up & Program at Main Stage
10:00am | 5K Walk
Celebrate with us until 12pm!
12:30pm | Last Shuttle Leaves the Event Site
Fees
Adults (15 years and older): $35
Price will increase to $40 after online registration closes*
Child (14 years and younger): $20
Price will increase to $25 after online registration closes*
*Online registration will close at noon on Thursday, May 15 for Ocean Grove and Friday, June 6 for New Providence. Participants can sign up onsite for both events during Early Bib Pick-up/Check-In and on Event Day at the 'Day of Registration' Tent.
Important Event Info
No Smoking: For everyone’s health and safety, no smoking of any kind is permitted on the event site or course route. This includes cigarettes, e-cigarettes, vapes, pens, or any open flame devices.
No Pets: Due to the volume of participants, no pets are permitted on the event site or course route. Therapy dogs with proper paperwork and identification will be allowed.
Food and drinks are complimentary for all registered participants. Participants are also encouraged to bring any other food you’d like for you and your team.
Tent City: Teams are welcome to bring a pop-up tent, tables, chair and any additional food or drink you would like to tailgate and picnic together. All tents must be staked into the lawn.
Event Shirt: Each registered participant will receive one event shirt that can be picked up at the T-Shirt Tent.
Bag Drop: A secure bag drop will be available to check personal belongings.
USATF Race: USATF prohibits the use of strollers or wheelchairs on the course during the USATF sanctioned certified timed 5K race. The walk is stroller and wheelchair friendly.
Contributions: May be made at the Day of Registration tent. Cash, credit card and check contributions are accepted.
Lost & Found: Located in the Information Tent.
Frequently Asked Questions
Check out our complete list of FAQs.
Fundraising Rewards
- $5,000 & Up: Participants who raise $5,000 and over through their Personal Fundraising Page will receive a $300.00 gift card code to NJ Sharing Network's online store.
- $2,500 - $4,999: Participants who raise $2,500-$4,999 through their Personal Fundraising Page will receive a $200.00 gift card code to NJ Sharing Network's online store.
- $1,000 - $2,499: Participants who raise $1,000-$2,499 through their Personal Fundraising Page will receive a $100.00 gift card code to NJ Sharing Network's online store.
- $500 - $999: Participants who raise $500-$999 through their Personal Fundraising Page will receive a $50.00 gift card code to NJ Sharing Network's online store.
- $250 - $499: Participants who raise $250-$499 through their Personal Fundraising Page will receive a $25.00 gift card code to NJ Sharing Network's online store.
Note: Registration fees will not count towards fundraising rewards.
Contact Us
Questions or concerns? Email 5K@njsharingnetwork.org or give our team a call at 908-516-5566. We'd love to hear from you!
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