Keyport 5K is a running race on September 26, 2026 in Keyport, NJ, featuring the 5K distance, with entry fees from $20 to $25.
From the Organizer
Presented by the Keyport Recreation Committee
Saturday, September 20, 2025
• Registration begins at 7:00 AM • 5k Start Time is 8:30 AM
$25 Entry fee through 9/12/25 - $35 after 9/13 and on raceday
Discounted entry fee of $20 for students under age 21, Seniors 65 and over, and Military through 9/12/25; $30 after 9/13/25 and on raceday
• 5K Tech Race Shirt Guaranteed to the first 200 pre-registrants for the 5k
• Awards for Top 3 Overall & Age Groups 5k (No Duplicate Awards except for Emergency Services, Military/Vet & Keyport Resident)
• 50 minute course cut off time • Post Race Refreshments
• Computerized Results / USATF Certified 5K Course
• Award for First Male and Female Keyport Emergency Services Personnel
• Check-In at Waterfront Park at the Pavilion - Startline at 12 West Front St.
• We will have packet pick up at the Keyport Boro Hall on Friday, September 19th from 2:00 pm until 7 pm. Runners can also pick up their race packet and race shirt on race day, Saturday, September 20th starting at 7 AM until 8:15 AM at Keyport Waterfront Park
For more info., please call the Recreation Hotline at 732-739-5145 or Email: recreation@keyportonline.com
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
74°
Typical Low
52°
Chance of Rain
32%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Freehold-Marlboro, 9 mi from the venue.
Host City
Nearest Airport
EWR
Newark Liberty International Airport · 18 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Race Location
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Keyport 5K
Sep 26, 2026