Keyport 5K is a running race on September 26, 2026 in Keyport, NJ, with entry fees from $20 to $25.
From the Organizer
Presented by the Keyport Recreation Committee
Saturday, September 26, 2026
• Registration begins at 7:00 AM • 5k Start Time is 8:30 AM
$30 Entry fee through 7/31/26; $35 from 8/1 through 9/17; $40 after 9/17 and on raceday
$5 discount for Students (21 and under), Seniors (65 and over), and active/retired Military (Choose Military Event)
• 5K Tech Race Shirt Guaranteed to the first 300 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 Resident & 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 20th from 2:00 pm until 7 pm. Runners can also pick up their race packet and race shirt on race day, Saturday, September 21st starting at 7 AM until 8:15 AM at Keyport Waterfront Park
Team Competition
For more info., please call the Recreation Hotline at 732-739-5145 or Email: recreation@keyportonline.com
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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Sep 26, 2026