Mad 5k

AUG
15
2026
Run a scenic and flat 5K course along the water at Ocean Beach Park. Enjoy a full day of military appreciation festivities including a boardwalk ceremony and beach activities while supporting the Navy Marine Corps Relief Society.
Sat 15 Aug 2026
3 miles

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Military Appreciation Day 5K at Ocean Beach Park

The MAD 5K is an annual running event held at Ocean Beach Park in New London, Connecticut. The race features a single distance:

  • 3.1 Miles (5K)

The course is relatively flat and offers water views along much of the route. Participants who register for the race receive free parking at the venue. The first 100 individuals to cross the finish line receive a participation medal, and first-place medals are awarded to the top male and female finishers in each age group.

The event coincides with a full day of military appreciation activities at the park. All net proceeds from the race are donated to the Navy Marine Corps Relief Society (NMCRS). The venue, Ocean Beach Park, includes amenities such as a boardwalk, waterslide, pool, miniature golf, and various concessions.

A military ceremony takes place later in the afternoon on the boardwalk stage. This ceremony includes the presentation of special action awards to active-duty service members and Connecticut War-Time Medals to veterans. A variety of vendors occupy the boardwalk throughout the day to support the local military community. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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