New Jersey · 5K
Sea Turtle Race: Cold Stun Run
Sea Turtle Race: Cold Stun Run is a 5K event held in West Orange, New Jersey. It was last held on October 10, 2026 and is usually run in October; the next date hasn't been announced yet.
- Usually held
- October
- Location
- West Orange, NJ
Race details
- Last held
- October 10, 2026
- Usually held in
- October
- Location
- West Orange, New Jersey
- Distances
- 5K
- Registration
- runsignup.com
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Registration status as last checked September 22, 2026: open
About the Sea Turtle Race: Cold Stun Run
Information: The Eighth Annual Sea Turtle Race will take place on at the scenic Orange Reservoir in West Orange. This race is nicknamed the “Cold Stun Run” to highlight our busiest time of year that usually starts in November and December. During this time of year our hospital will fill with sick sea turtles that are cold stunned from failing to migrate south before temperatures become too cold. The 5k race will start at 8:30 am. The 1.7 mile Family Fun Walk starts at 8:35 am. Refreshments will…
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Sea Turtle Race: Cold Stun Run: common questions
- When is the Sea Turtle Race: Cold Stun Run?
- The next date hasn't been announced in the listing yet. The race is usually held in October. Check the organiser's website for the official date.
- Where is the Sea Turtle Race: Cold Stun Run held?
- In West Orange, New Jersey.
- What distances does the Sea Turtle Race: Cold Stun Run offer?
- 5K.
- How do I register for the Sea Turtle Race: Cold Stun Run?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the Sea Turtle Race: Cold Stun Run?
- Registration status as last checked September 22, 2026: open. $35 (from runsignup.com, checked September 22, 2026).
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