Kelly’s Kidz 5K
Kelly’s Kidz 5K is a running race on July 25, 2026 in North Wildwood, NJ, with entry fees from $25 to $35.
- Date
- July 25, 2026 (2 days to go)
- Location
- Seaport Pier, North Wildwood, NJ
- Price
- $25–$35
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
🧾 Packet Pickup Options
✅ Friday, July 24 – Early Pickup:
Pick up your race packet early to skip the lines!
📍 Seaport Pier
⏰ 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
✅ Saturday, July 25 – Race Morning:
Race day packet pickup will begin at 6:30 AM at Seaport Pier.
Join us for the 4th annual Kelly’s Kidz 5K and Family Fun Walk on the Wildwood Boardwalk! This year’s race takes place during Christmas in July weekend and Santa will be there! So wear your Christmas gear, dress the family, and kick off your Christmas in July festivities while supporting a great cause!
The race benefits Kelly's Kidz, a non-profit organization founded by Bob Kelly and his son Austin. Kelly's Kidz supports patients at local children's hospitals with toys, pajamas, and distraction items all through the year. For more information visit Kelly’s Kidz Facebook page: Kelly's Kidz
Flat and fast chip-timed event starting and ending at the Seaport Pier!
Register by July 15th to receive a Kelly's Kidz T-Shirt.
Family Fun Walk begins and ends at the Seaport Pier as well, it begins promptly after the start of the 5K. Only $25 for a family of up to 6 walkers!
First, second, and third place male and female overall and age group award medals will be given out to the winning 5K participants after the race.
Age groups for awards:
9 & Under
10-14
15-19
20-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60-69
70+
Events
Weather
Race-Day Forecast
Live forecast from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Race Day
Saturday, 7/25
High
84°
Low
68°
Conditions
Mostly sunny
Chance of Rain
7%
Wind
5 to 10 mph
Host City
About North Wildwood, NJ
Nearest Airport
ACY
Atlantic City International Airport · 35 mi
Major Hub
PHL
Philadelphia International Airport · 64 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Kelly’s Kidz 5K
Jul 25, 2026