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OCNJ Labor Day 5 Miler & 1 Mile

Name: OCNJ Labor Day 5 Miler & 1 Mile
Start: 2026-09-07T13:00:00.000Z
End: 2026-09-07T04:00:00.000Z
Location: Ocean City, NJ

Overview

5 mi · 1 mi

Sep 7, 2026 • 9:00 AM EDTOcean City, New Jersey, US

On our calendar since Feb 2014

New Jersey

Difficulty

Easygoing

Vibes

Festive Seasonal

Fun

Scenic

Audience & Community

Beginner Friendly

Terrain challenge

—

Surface, hills, and technical feel

Weather challenge

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Typical stress for this place & season

Overall challenge

1/5 · Easygoing

Distance + terrain + typical weather (model-estimated)

The read

Run Vibes summary

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Quick take (AI-assisted text)

Celebrate Labor Day with a refreshing 5-mile or 1-mile run right on the beach in Ocean City, NJ. Perfect for a holiday weekend stride!

What to expect (AI-assisted text)

This Labor Day event in Ocean City, NJ, promises a relaxed and enjoyable start to your holiday. With both a 5-miler and a 1-miler, it's designed for a wide range of runners, from those looking for a solid morning workout to families wanting a fun, active outing. Expect a friendly, community-focused atmosphere, perfect for soaking in the last bits of summer. This race is ideal for runners seeking a scenic, flat course to cap off their summer. It's also a fantastic option for families or groups with varied fitness levels, as both distances offer an accessible and enjoyable experience.

Listing clues we used

Labor Day in title
Ocean City, NJ location
Beach start mentioned
5 Miler distance
1 Miler distance
First occurrence year 2025

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Race Starts 9am at the 23rd Street beach.

5 Milers head South / 1 Milers head North

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OCNJ Labor Day 5 Miler & 1 Mile

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