Stop Drop and Run 5k 10k
- Date
- September 5, 2026
- Location
- 427 East Bay Ave, Barnegat, NJ
- Distance
- 1 Mile Fun Run · 5K · 10K
From the Organizer
Get ready for the Shore’s favorite hometown race tradition! The 14th Annual Stop, Drop & Run 5K & 10K hosted by the Barnegat Fire Company!
Starting right at the beautiful Barnegat Bay Docks, this one-of-a-kind race combines fast flat running, waterfront views, and hometown community spirit, all in support of the men and women who proudly serve our community.
Whether you’re chasing a PR, running with friends, walking with family, or just soaking in the shore-town atmosphere, Stop, Drop & Run delivers an unforgettable race-day experience. Expect scenic bay views, energetic crowds, awesome race swag, and a fun post-race atmosphere that keeps runners coming back year after year.
🔥 14 Years Strong
🌊 Waterfront Shore-Town Course
🚒 Hosted by the Barnegat Fire Company
🏃 Fun Run, 5K, & 10K Options
🎶 Music • Vendors • Community Fun
Come out, represent your town, and Run for Your Community.
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
79°
Typical Low
66°
Chance of Rain
24%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Brant Beach-Beach Haven, 13 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Barnegat, NJ
Elevation
103 ft
Nearest Airport
ACY
Atlantic City International Airport · 27 mi
Major Hub
PHL
Philadelphia International Airport · 53 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Stop Drop and Run 5k 10k, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
- Race
- Stop Drop and Run 5k 10k
- Date
- September 5, 2026
- Location
- 427 East Bay Ave, Barnegat, NJ
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
The 10K is the distance where running stops feeling like a starting point and starts feeling like a sport. Long enough to require a real training block. Short enough that race day is fully manageable for a first-timer who's put in the work.
Race day energy at a 10K is community at its best — strangers cheering you by name, people moving toward the same goal, an atmosphere that solo training can't replicate. It's fast enough that you'll spend the whole race pushing rather than managing your effort.
This is also the distance that builds the base for everything else. Most athletes who go on to run half marathons, do triathlons, or compete in HYROX started here. What you need: running shoes fitted to your stride, a training plan, and the race on your calendar. The registration is what makes the deadline real.
How long to train: 4–8 weeks for most fitness levels.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Stop Drop and Run 5k 10k?
- Stop Drop and Run 5k 10k is a running race held in Barnegat, New Jersey on September 5, 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 Stop Drop and Run 5k 10k?
- Saturday, September 5, 2026 in Barnegat, New Jersey at 427 East Bay Ave, Barnegat, NJ. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Stop Drop and Run 5k 10k?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Stop Drop and Run 5k 10k
Sep 5, 2026