Bay Head 5K
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Bay Head 5K
The Bay Head 5K is an annual memory run/walk held in Bay Head, New Jersey. The 2026 edition is the 21st running of the event and is scheduled for May 16, 2026. The event typically attracts over 1,000 runners and walkers.
The race was created by The Kate Shea Foundation. Proceeds support the foundation's work with research organizations focused on cancers and investments in youth education. Over the past decade the foundation has raised more than $400,000 to support its mission, and the event is presented as a way to remember loved ones and to fund research and local education efforts.
Volunteers have supported the Bay Head 5K for many years; typical volunteer roles include sponsorship, marketing, prize acquisition, day-of registration, and race course assistance. Partners for the event include organizations such as DKMS. The event information is presented alongside resources like race info, FAQ, a partners list, and a gallery. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
