
From the Organizer
Join us for the 12th Annual Friendly Sons of the Shillelagh 5K, starting from Bar Anticipation in Lake Como on Saturday, October 3rd, 2025, at 9:00 AM.
The course winds through the beautiful Jersey Shore towns of Belmar, Lake Como and Spring Lake. A One-Mile Walk and Kids' Race are also available.
Enjoy a post-race party at Bar Anticipation (703 16th Ave, Lake Como, NJ) with barbecue to follow.
Awards will be given across multiple age groups. Official timing provided by Elite Racing Systems.
5K REGISTRATION
$35 Early Bird Registration (through 8/31/26)
$40 Online Pre-Registration (9/1 - 9/28/26)
$45 Race Week Registration (9/29 - 10/4/26) - Shirts while supplies last
ONE-MILE WALK - (12 and over)
$30 Early Bird Registration (through 8/31/26)
$35 Online Pre-Registration (9/1 - 9/28/26)
$40 Race Week Registration (9/29 - 10/4/26) - Shirts while supplies last
KIDS' ONE-MILE WALK - (11 and under)
$20 Early Bird Registration through 10/2/26
$25 Race Week (10/3 - 10/3/26) In-Person Only
Post Registration / Bib & T-Shirt Pickup - Shillelagh Club (815 16th Ave, Belmar, NJ) Friday, 10/2, 6:00 - 8:00 PM and Race Day 7:30 - 8:45 AM at Bar Anticipation
This year's race will be raising funds for The Foundation of the Friendly Sounds of the Shillelagh, which provides college scholarships to local students and assists individuals in need. Please consider making a donation during registration.
Awards
Top 3 Overall Male and Female
Top 3 Shillelagh Members
Top Male and Female (age groups):
19 and Under, 20 to 29, 30 to 39, 40 to 49, 50 to 59, 60 to 69, 70 to 79, 80 and over
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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
70°
Typical Low
52°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Long Branch-Oakhurst, 10 mi from the venue.
Host City
Nearest Airport
JFK
John F. Kennedy International Airport · 36 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Pat Magovern Shillelagh 5K Race & One-Mile Walk
Oct 3, 2026