Races Near Me: Upcoming Running Races

Join us for the annual **Old Mill 2-Mile Fun Run**—a community tradition that brings together students, families, staff, and neighbors for a morning full of fitness and fun! The race kicks off at Old Mill and follows a flat, scenic 2-mile course that’s perfect for runners of all ages and abilities. Whether you’re racing for your best time, jogging with friends, or walking with family, this event is all about school spirit, community, and healthy fun! **New this year:** all participants Kindergarten and older will receive race bibs with a timing chip, so you can track your official race results! Each runner registered by 10/15 will also receive a race t-shirt along with their bib. Expect music, cheering fans, and plenty of Bulldog pride along the way. Every participant will cross the finish line a winner! All proceeds will benefit Old Mill Home and School Association, Old Mill School’s parent teacher organization, which provides all field trips, assemblies and experiences to enhance the school community.

Join us for the 6th Annual Patriot Polar Plunge! To benefit the LIFT Fund for Veterans at Monmouth County Habitat for Humanity. Take the plunge on Sea Girt beach and then head over to Rod's Tavern for an amazing after-party with breakfast buffet. Registration includes a cool hoodie sweatshirt and entry to the after-party. All proceeds will help local veterans with home repairs and improvements to help them stay in their homes safely and affordably. More information here: LIFT Fund The plunge is held in honor of NJ State Trooper and National Guardsman, Juan Fajardo. The NJ State Police and NJ National Guard have historically provided amazing support of this event! Hoodie Pickup and In-Person Registration starts at 9AM. Ceremony at 10AM. Plunge at 10:30AM, followed immediately by the after-party at Rod's. This event is rain, snow or shine, but in the event of extreme weather or ocean conditions deemed to be unsafe by local authorities, we will not enter the ocean, conduct the ceremony, and proceed to Rod's for the after-party. No refunds or exchanges, must be present to collect hoodie or other giveaways.

ENTRY FOR 2026 NOW OPEN! Participants may opt to walk or run this 5k! Specialist Gregory Mitchell of Bravo Troop in the 102nd Calvary Unit has been selected as the SGT Nutter Run 2026 Beneficiary! On Saturday, June 20, 2026, Class 69 of the New Jersey Army National Guard Officer Candidate School (NJOCS) in Sea Girt, NJ will host the 22nd Annual Sergeant Nutter 5K Run. This event is organized by the SGT Sam Nutter Organization Inc (SSNO) in memory of the late SGT Samuel Nutter, to benefit the family of a NJ National Guard service member. We are asking for your help in aiding our Soldiers and their families in their time of need. This year's Beneficiary will be Specialist Gregory Mitchell, who was involved in a severe car accident in August of 2025 that resulted in multiple brain bleeds and a traumatic brain injury (TBI). All proceeds, sponsorships, and donations will directly support his continued recovery.  The 5K race will take place at the Army National Guard Training Center in S

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 AMShort sprints from 25 – 400 yards based on age groupNot timed, no prizes awarded. Includes t-shirt, goody bag and Kids' Activities Kids'