Sea Girt 5K & Kids' Races - 2026
- Date
- August 1, 2026
- Location
- 810 The Plaza, Sea Girt, NJ
- Distance
- 5K Run/Walk/Roll · Kids' Races and Activities
From the Organizer
A summer tradition at the Jersey Shore! Fun 5k run/walk through beautiful Sea Girt, NJ. Great community event with Kids' Races and Activities, live music on the course, custom t-shirt, chip timing, medals and more!
The 35th Annual Sea Girt 5K will benefit Sea Girt Recreation and The Jersey Shore Dream Center, which provides hunger relief, essential baby supplies and community programs to individuals and families in need. More info at http://www.jerseyshoredreamcenter.org
Please consider donating to the Jersey Shore Dream Center during registration.
Race Date: Saturday, August 1, 2026
Early Bird Registration - $33 through May 1st, $38 after
Kids' Race and Activities - $12 through May 1st, $15 after
5K Run/Walk/Roll – 8:30 AM Includes custom t-shirt, bib with chip timing, medal, live music on course, after-party
Kids' Races – 10:00 AM
Short sprints from 25 – 400 yards based on age group
Not timed, no prizes awarded. Includes t-shirt, goody bag and Kids' Activities
Kids' Activities – 8:30 – 11:00 AM Inflatables, Pony Rides, Face Painting & More
Race bib will be mailed to you if registered by July 10th - will go to your address listed on registration – first mailout on or about June 15th. Does not include Kids' Races - pick up bib with t-shirt at times below.
T-Shirt and Late Registration Bib Pickup:
Must bring your Race Bib to pick up T-Shirt!
4 - 7 PM – Friday, July 31st
6:30 - 8:30 AM – Saturday, August 1st
Tents by Sea Girt Library – 801 The Plaza, Sea Girt, NJ 08750
Race is rain or shine. Will only be postponed if weather is a danger to participants (lightning, hurricane).
Must be present to collect t-shirt or any giveaway. No refunds, transfers, credits or exchanges.
Kids’ Activities may be cancelled due to rain, but races will happen unless main race is postponed.
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
30%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Long Branch-Oakhurst, 11 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Sea Girt, NJ
Population
1,978
as of 2023
Elevation
23 ft
Nearest Airport
JFK
John F. Kennedy International Airport · 38 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
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- Race
- Sea Girt 5K & Kids' Races - 2026
- Date
- August 1, 2026
- Location
- 810 The Plaza, Sea Girt, NJ
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Sea Girt 5K & Kids' Races - 2026?
- Sea Girt 5K & Kids' Races - 2026 is a running race held in Sea Girt, New Jersey on August 1, 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 Sea Girt 5K & Kids' Races - 2026?
- Saturday, August 1, 2026 in Sea Girt, New Jersey at 810 The Plaza, Sea Girt, NJ. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Sea Girt 5K & Kids' Races - 2026?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Sea Girt 5K & Kids' Races - 2026
Aug 1, 2026