OC CON Super Hero 1 Mile Run and Kids Running Events
Saturday, April 5, 2025

Ocean City's annual OC CON Comic Book and Memorabilia Show includes a one-mile Super Hero Run, which encourages costumed characters of all ages to show off their speed. A separate Super Hero running events for kids age 12 and under puts a series of fun challenges in the path of our speedy young crusaders.

RACE AND COURSE INFORMATION

The 1-Mile Super Hero Run starts at 9 a.m. on the Boardwalk at the Music Pier, and the out-and-back course goes down the Boardwalk. An awards ceremony is at 10:00 a.m. inside the Pier. Entry in the one-mile event entitles all 12-and-unders to participate in the Super Hero running events at 9:30 a.m. at the Music Pier (racers do not have to check in twice -- they can wear their 1-mile race bibs). After the race, check out OC Con at the Ocean City Music Pier (Boardwalk at Moorlyn Terrace).

REGISTRATION

• Online registration: ocnj.recdesk.com - Registration opens February 1st
• Race-day registration: 8 a.m. to 8:45 a.m. at the Ocean City Music Pier (Moorlyn Terrace and Boardwalk). Kids event 9am - 9:30am. Same hours for pre-registered packet pickup (race day only). 
• Super Hero Run registration fees: $15 for 13-and-overs and $10 for 12-and-unders through April 3, 2024. Race-day registration is $20 for 13-and-overs and $15 for 12-and-unders. Registration for 12-and-unders includes both the 1 Mile Run and kids distances.
• Obstacle Dash registration fees: $10 for 12-and-unders through April 3, 2024. Race-day registration is $15.
• Registration includes: OC CON Super Hero shirt. 
• Beneficiaries: All proceeds benefit Ocean City Recreation Scholarships and Programs. Entry Fee is non-refundable and non-transferable.

AWARD CATEGORIES

• Super Hero Run: The Top 3 male and Top 3 female racers will be awarded prizes in two age categories – 13-and-over and 12-and-under.
• Costumes: Top three