Monmouth County's Stars & Strides Flag Day 5K & 1-Mile Freedom Walk
- Date
- June 14, 2026
- Distance
- Flag Day 5K · 1-Mile Freedom Walk
From the Organizer
Get ready to lace up for history!
Join in for a celebration of America’s semi-quincentennial—250 years of courage, creativity, and community. This isn’t just a race… it’s a red-white-and-blue milestone that won’t come around again for another 50 years!
Dash through a course bursting with patriotic spirit, high-energy music, and cheers as we honor the past, celebrate the present, and stride boldly into the future. Whether you’re a seasoned runner, a casual jogger, or a family ready for festive fun, this 5K will have you feeling like fireworks are going off under your feet. Participants are encouraged to wear red, white, and blue on race day to show your patriotic pride.
Be part of a historic moment.
Run the race that happens once every half-century.
Celebrate 250 years of the United States in unforgettable style!
Pricing:
$35 - Now through June 14, 2026
$250 for a Team of 10
Early Bib Pick-Up:
Saturday, June 13, 2026 - 4:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M.
Bell Works, 101 Crawfords Corner Road, Holmdel, NJ 07733 (in front of the Holmdel Library)
Accepting Day of Race Registration: Sunday, June 14, 2026 - Check-in begins at 7:00 A.M.
Bell Works, 101 Crawfords Corner Road, Holmdel, NJ 07733 (RED Parking Lot on East Entrance Side of Building)
5K Awards
Top 3 Male and Female Overall
Top 3 Male and Female in each age group
18 + under, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49
50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+
No duplicate awards
*The 1 Mile Freedom Walk is not a timed event
Accepting donations and teams.
This race benefits the Friends of the Monmouth County Park System, a charitable organization that provides financial support exclusively for Monmouth County Park System enhancements, including preserving historical and natural resources, providing recreational opportunities for urban youth, and providing activities for individuals with disabilities within the community.
This event is brought to you by the Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners and the MonmouthNJ 250 Committee, as part of Monmouth County’s official observances of the 250th anniversary of the United States of America.
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
81°
Typical Low
60°
Chance of Rain
39%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Freehold-Marlboro, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Holmdel, NJ
Elevation
199 ft
Nearest Airport
EWR
Newark Liberty International Airport · 21 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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- Race
- Monmouth County's Stars & Strides Flag Day 5K & 1-Mile Freedom Walk
- Date
- June 14, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Monmouth County's Stars & Strides Flag Day 5K & 1-Mile Freedom Walk?
- Monmouth County's Stars & Strides Flag Day 5K & 1-Mile Freedom Walk is a running race held in Holmdel, New Jersey on June 14, 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 Monmouth County's Stars & Strides Flag Day 5K & 1-Mile Freedom Walk?
- Sunday, June 14, 2026 in Holmdel, New Jersey at 101 Crawfords Corner Road, Holmdel, NJ. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Monmouth County's Stars & Strides Flag Day 5K & 1-Mile Freedom Walk?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Monmouth County's Stars & Strides Flag Day 5K & 1-Mile Freedom Walk
Jun 14, 2026