Firefighter Bob Kochka 5K Run/Walk / Hearts For Harper - Firefighter bobkochka5K Run/Walk - Hearts for Harper

Firefighter Bob Kochka 5K Run/Walk / Hearts For Harper - Firefighter bobkochka5K Run/Walk - Hearts for Harper

Oct 3, 2026Bloomingdale, NJ, United States

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Distance

3.1 mi

Pace

All paces

Terrain

Road

Difficulty

All Levels

About this run

13th Annual Bob Kochka 5k to benefit the Lustgarten Foundation for Pancreatic Research. In Conjunction with this year’s 5K we will Honor Hearts For Harper. Please join us by participating in this year’s run/walk.  Race has been postponed to 10/03/26 due to the possibility of Nor Easter with high winds and rain. The safety of all is are top priority thank you for your understanding. We can do this without your continued support.  BIB PU WILL PROCEED AS PLANNED FRIDAY 09/25/25 6PM TO 8PM BLOOMINGDALE FIRE HOUSE 97 HAMBURG TPK BLOOMINGDALE  First 150 signups will receive a race day shirt giveaway.

Typical conditions

For events around October 2026 in Bloomingdale, NJ, United States: Typical autumn conditions in this region — conditions can change quickly; confirm race-day guidance on the official page.

How to prepare

Most runners can prepare for a 5K with a few weeks of easy runs and one short faster session per week. Focus on consistency, not volume, and rest the day before race day.

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