Mary's Place by the Sea 2026 Walk-A-Thon & Run

Mary's Place by the Sea Walk-A-Thon & Run gathers walkers and runners in Ocean Grove, New Jersey, each October for a charity event offering two choices: a 4K walk-a-thon or a 5K run. The course begins at Ocean Avenue and Ocean Pathway, near the beach and the town center. The event supports Mary's Place by the Sea, the designated beneficiary. Over 1,500 participants attended a recent iteration, establishing a new attendance record and exceeding its $200,000 fundraising target. The walk-a-thon has occurred at least 14 times, and the 5K run at least 7 times, attracting both long-time supporters and individuals seeking a brief community race along the coast.