61st Annual Asbury Park Polar Bear Races
- Date Sat 28th December 2024
- Time 9:30AM EST
- Location Asbury Park, New Jersey
- Price $18.25 - $43.75
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the 61st Annual Asbury Park Polar Bear Races on Saturday, December 28, 2024, in the vibrant seaside city of Asbury Park, Monmouth. This exciting event features a 1-mile run kicking off at 9:30 AM, followed by a thrilling 5K run and walk at 10:00 AM. The newly designed 5K course will take participants on a scenic route through Bradley Beach before returning to the iconic Convention Hall, making it a perfect opportunity for runners of all levels to enjoy the festive atmosphere while staying active.
Don't miss your chance to be part of this community-focused event, with early registration available for just $35! The first 400 participants will receive a commemorative t-shirt, and awards will be given to the top male and female finishers, as well as age group awards every 5 years. Plus, your participation supports local charity Interfaith Neighbors, which provides healthy meals to families in need throughout the year. So lace up your running shoes and get ready to embrace the winter chill while making a positive impact in the community!
Don't miss your chance to be part of this community-focused event, with early registration available for just $35! The first 400 participants will receive a commemorative t-shirt, and awards will be given to the top male and female finishers, as well as age group awards every 5 years. Plus, your participation supports local charity Interfaith Neighbors, which provides healthy meals to families in need throughout the year. So lace up your running shoes and get ready to embrace the winter chill while making a positive impact in the community!
Organiser's Description
_* 61ST ANNUAL *_
_ASBURY PARK POLAR BEAR RACES
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 28, 2024_
REGISTRATION
$35 EARLY REGISTRATION
$40 REGULAR REGISTRATION
EARLY BIRD BIB PICKUP
FRIDAY, DEC 27, 2024, 4:00PM - 6:00PM
THE OUTPOST RUNNING & WALKING CO.
32 CHURCH ST. LITTLE SILVER, NJ 07739 [https://maps.app.goo.gl/1xXCi4xR3bfPnMDB9]
EVENT DAY INFORMATION
8:30 AM - T-SHIRT + BIB PICK UP
9:30 AM - 1 MILE RUN
10:00 AM - 5K RUN & 5K WALK
NEW RACE COURSE [https://d368g9lw5ileu7.cloudfront.net/races/race40686-customSectionFullAttachment-63a1a75c6bb068.84077638.jpg]
THE 5K COURSE WILL NOW GO OUT ONCE 1.55 MILES AND TURNAROUND IN BRADLEY BEACH TO THEN HEAD BACK TO CONVENTION HALL TO FINISH IN ASBURY PARK. WE WILL USE THE SAME COURSE AS WAS USED IN 2023. THE COURSE IS NARROW AS YOU LEAVE ASBURY PARK AND FOR A SECTION ON THE BRADLEY BEACH BOARDWALK, SO WE ASK EVERYONE TO STAY TO STAY ALERT AND STAY TO YOUR RIGHT GOING OUT AND COMING BACK ON THE COURSE.
CHARITY PARTNER
INTERFAITH NEIGHBORS [https://interfaithneighbors.org/communityfoodconnectcion/]
THIS COMMUNITY FOOD CONFECTION HELPS HUNDREDS OF FAMILIES A YEAR PUT HEALTHY MEALS ON THEIR TABLE. OTHERWISE THEY WOULD NOT BE ABLE TO AFFORD IT. THIS INITIATIVE ALSO SUPPORTS OUR LOCAL NEW JERSEY FARMERS! PLEASE CONSIDER SUPPORTING THEIR MISSION.
AWARDS
COMMEMORATIVE T-SHIRTS FOR THE FIRST 400 PEOPLE TO PICK UP THEIR BIB.
TOP 3 MALE AND FEMALE FINISHERS
VELOUS FOOTWEAR WILL BE PROVIDED TO THE TOP OPEN AND MASTERS FINISHERS.
AGE GROUP AWARDS GROUPED BY 5 YEARS
_Awards available for pick up from 10:45-11:45 AM on race day. _
_ASBURY PARK POLAR BEAR RACES
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 28, 2024_
REGISTRATION
$35 EARLY REGISTRATION
$40 REGULAR REGISTRATION
EARLY BIRD BIB PICKUP
FRIDAY, DEC 27, 2024, 4:00PM - 6:00PM
THE OUTPOST RUNNING & WALKING CO.
32 CHURCH ST. LITTLE SILVER, NJ 07739 [https://maps.app.goo.gl/1xXCi4xR3bfPnMDB9]
EVENT DAY INFORMATION
8:30 AM - T-SHIRT + BIB PICK UP
9:30 AM - 1 MILE RUN
10:00 AM - 5K RUN & 5K WALK
NEW RACE COURSE [https://d368g9lw5ileu7.cloudfront.net/races/race40686-customSectionFullAttachment-63a1a75c6bb068.84077638.jpg]
THE 5K COURSE WILL NOW GO OUT ONCE 1.55 MILES AND TURNAROUND IN BRADLEY BEACH TO THEN HEAD BACK TO CONVENTION HALL TO FINISH IN ASBURY PARK. WE WILL USE THE SAME COURSE AS WAS USED IN 2023. THE COURSE IS NARROW AS YOU LEAVE ASBURY PARK AND FOR A SECTION ON THE BRADLEY BEACH BOARDWALK, SO WE ASK EVERYONE TO STAY TO STAY ALERT AND STAY TO YOUR RIGHT GOING OUT AND COMING BACK ON THE COURSE.
CHARITY PARTNER
INTERFAITH NEIGHBORS [https://interfaithneighbors.org/communityfoodconnectcion/]
THIS COMMUNITY FOOD CONFECTION HELPS HUNDREDS OF FAMILIES A YEAR PUT HEALTHY MEALS ON THEIR TABLE. OTHERWISE THEY WOULD NOT BE ABLE TO AFFORD IT. THIS INITIATIVE ALSO SUPPORTS OUR LOCAL NEW JERSEY FARMERS! PLEASE CONSIDER SUPPORTING THEIR MISSION.
AWARDS
COMMEMORATIVE T-SHIRTS FOR THE FIRST 400 PEOPLE TO PICK UP THEIR BIB.
TOP 3 MALE AND FEMALE FINISHERS
VELOUS FOOTWEAR WILL BE PROVIDED TO THE TOP OPEN AND MASTERS FINISHERS.
AGE GROUP AWARDS GROUPED BY 5 YEARS
_Awards available for pick up from 10:45-11:45 AM on race day. _
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