From the Organizer
Ho Ho Ho! The Asbury Park Santa Run returns for its 11th year to lead thousands of Santa's through the streets of Asbury Park on December 6th. Run (or walk) a 5K course in support of local non-profit Lunch Break and cross the finish line into your choice of 4 after parties at Asbury Park's most legendary music venues. The event is expected to sell out in advance so sign up today!
Registration includes a donation to Lunch Break, Santa suit, race entry, closed course in Asbury Park, access to after parties (21+), and chip timed results.
After Party lineup TBA!
Suit & bib pick up will be on Friday, December 4th at Road Runner Sports in Shrewsbury, NJ from 2-6 PM.
This event is not affiliated in any way with SantaCon.
Events
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
50°
Typical Low
32°
Chance of Rain
34%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Long Branch-Oakhurst, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
Elevation
51 ft
Nearest Airport
JFK
John F. Kennedy International Airport · 30 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
Your Next Start Line
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Days to train
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Asbury Park Santa Run
Dec 5, 2026