Lake Takanassee Summer Series
- Date
- July 6 – August 3, 2026
- Distance
- 5K on 7/6 · 5K on 7/13 · 5K on 7/20 & more
From the Organizer
The series, established in 1964 by Shore A.C, is a weekly 5k race and 1 mile kids run held on the perimeter of Lake Takanassee. The Kids 1 mile run (1 lap around the lake) starts at 6:30pm. The 5K (4 laps around the lake) starts at 6:45pm. Medals are awarded to the top 3 overall finishers and age group winners in the 5K, and the top 3 girls and top 3 boys in the 1 mile run. Ribbons are awarded to all kids run participants. At the end of the series, consistent top performers earn overall series awards.
5 Monday Nights
July 6, 13 20, 27 and August 3
6:00 PM - Limited event day registration
6:30 PM - 1500m Kids Fun Run, $5.00
6:35 PM - 5k Racewalk, $10 (2 Mile on 8/4) 6:45 PM - 5K Run, $10.00 (2 Mile on 8/4)
PARKING: Please enter via South Lake Road and park behind St. Michael’s Church, located at 800 Ocean Ave, Long Branch, NJ.
RESULTS will be posted 1-2 days after each race on the Shore A.C. website at www.shoreac.org under "Our Events"
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
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
83°
Typical Low
67°
Chance of Rain
31%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Long Branch-Oakhurst, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Long Branch, NJ
Population
32,184
as of 2023
Elevation
29 ft
Nearest Airport
JFK
John F. Kennedy International Airport · 26 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
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28
Days to train
- Race
- Lake Takanassee Summer Series
- Date
- July 6 – August 3, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Lake Takanassee Summer Series?
- Lake Takanassee Summer Series is a running race held in Long Branch, New Jersey on July 6, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Lake Takanassee Summer Series?
- Monday, July 6, 2026 in Long Branch, New Jersey at Saint Michael's Church, Long Branch, NJ. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Lake Takanassee Summer Series?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Lake Takanassee Summer Series
Jul 6, 2026