Belmar Five Mile Run

  • Date Fri 4th September 2026
  • Time 6:30PM EDT
  • Location Belmar, New Jersey
  • Price $17.50 - $38.00
  • Races 3 races
  • Distances 5 Mile

Event summary

Get ready for an exciting celebration of fitness and community at the 50th Annual Belmar Five Mile Run! Taking place on Friday, September 4, 2026, in the beautiful oceanfront setting of Asbury Park, Monmouth, this iconic event attracts over 3,000 participants each year. Runners of all ages can join in on the fun, with the highlight being the premier 5-mile race that kicks off at 8:00 AM on Saturday, September 5. But the festivities start a day earlier with the engaging kid’s races designed for children aged 1 to 12, ensuring that everyone can participate in this spirited occasion.

As one of New Jersey's largest road races, the Belmar Five Mile Run is not just about competition; it’s a chance to support the Goodwill Hose Company, a dedicated volunteer organization providing vital emergency services to the community. Participants can enjoy a scenic course while helping raise funds for this important cause. Registration is set to open on February 8, 2026, so mark your calendars and get ready to lace up your running shoes for a memorable weekend of camaraderie, competition, and charity!

Organiser's Description

REGISTRATION IS CLOSED. REGISTRATION WILL OPEN ON SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 2026



50TH ANNUAL BELMAR 5 MILE RUN
PRESENTED BY THE GOODWILL HOSE CO., THE BOROUGH OF BELMAR & THE JERSEY SHORE RUNNING CLUB
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 2026 8:00 AM

PLEASE JOIN US FOR THE 50TH ANNUAL BELMAR 5 MILE RUN ALONG THE BEAUTIFUL BELMAR OCEANFRONT AND LOCAL STREETS WHILE HELPING TO RAISE MONEY FOR THE GOODWILL HOSE CO. THE BELMAR 5 MILE IS ONE OF THE LARGEST ROAD RACES IN NEW JERSEY, WITH MORE THAN 3000 PARTICIPANTS EACH YEAR. THIS EVENT HAS SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE - FROM OUR PREMIER EVENT - THE 5 MILE RUN - TO THE KID'S RACES FOR OUR LITTLEST RUNNERS ON FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4TH!

THE GOODWILL HOSE FIRE COMPANY IS A 100% VOLUNTEER ORGANIZATION DEDICATED TO PROVIDE EMERGENCY FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICES TO RESIDENTS AND VISITORS TO THE BOROUGH OF BELMAR 24 HOURS A DAY, 7 DAYS A WEEK. THE SQUAD RELIES ON CHARITABLE CONTRIBUTIONS RAISED BY THIS FUNDRAISER TO HELP DEFRAY SOME OF THE OPERATING COSTS OF THE FIRE COMPANY. PLEASE CONSIDER A DONATION.

RACE BIB WILL BE MAILED OUT IF YOU REGISTER BY JULY 31ST
(DOES NOT INCLUDE KIDS' RACES - PICKUP BIB WITH T-SHIRT DURING RACE WEEK)

REGISTRATION
$35 EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION (2/8/26 THROUGH 5/31/26 (10% OFF FOR JSRC MEMBERS THRU 5/31)
$40 ONLINE PRE-REGISTRATION (6/1/26 THROUGH 8/29/26)
$50 RACE WEEK - 8/30/26 THROUGH 9/5/26

KIDS RACES
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2026 6:30 PM
SILVER LAKE PARK
AGES 1 -12

KIDS RACES REGISTRATION
$15 EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION (2/8/26 THROUGH 6/30/26
$20 PRE-REGISTRATION (7/1/26 THROUGH 8/29/26)
$25 RACE WEEK & EVENT DAY REGISTRATION (8/30/26 - 9/4/26)
KIDS REGISTRATION INCLUDES: FINISHER MEDAL, T-SHIRT, KIDS ACTIVITIES

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
TO ENSURE THE SAFETY AND ENJOYMENT OF ALL BELMAR 5 RUNNERS AND THE CHILDREN, THE COURSE IS RESTRICTED TO REGISTERED RUNNERS, WHEELCHAIR DIVISION ATHLETES & OFFICIAL RACE PERSONNEL. NO CHILDREN UNDER 8 YEARS OLD ARE ALLOWED ON THE RACE COURSE IN ANY TYPE OF BABY STROLLERS/JOGGERS OR BABY CARRIERS. DO NOT HAVE CHILDREN OR OTHER FAMILY MEMBERS JUMP IN TO FINISH WITH YOU. UNREGISTERED PARTICIPANTS, UNAUTHORIZED VEHICLES, BABY STROLLERS/JOGGERS, ROLLER BLADES, IN-LINE SKATES, SKATEBOARDS, PETS AND BICYCLES ARE ALSO PROHIBITED IN THE RACE AND WILL BE REMOVED FROM THE RACE COURSE. BIB NUMBERS MUST BE VISIBLE ON ALL PARTICIPANTS. ONLY THE REGISTERED RUNNER WILL BE PERMITTED TO CROSS THE FINISH LINE. NO BACKPACKS WILL BE ALLOWED. WE ASK YOUR COOPERATION. FOR THE SAFETY OF ALL PARTICIPANTS, VOLUNTEERS, RESIDENTS AND RACE PERSONNEL, THERE IS A 90 MINUTE TIME LIMIT FOR THE FIVE MILE RUN (18 MIN/MILE PACE MAXIMUM).

RACE IS RAIN OR SHINE. WILL ONLY BE POSTPONED IF WEATHER IS A DANGER TO PARTICIPANTS (LIGHTNING, HURRICANE). NO REFUNDS.



INFORMATION

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CONGRATULATIONS TO THE 2025 BELMAR 5 MILE OVERALL WINNERS:
2025 BELMAR 5 MILE BY THE NUMBERS:
1ST PLACE - CHRIS DESOUSA, 22, OCEANPORT, NJ - TIME: 25:03 PACE: 5:01
1ST FEMALE - CHRISTIANA RUTKOWSKI, 29, HOBOKEN, NJ - TIME: 28:09 PACE: 5:37 OVERALL PLACE: 19TH
3244: NUMBER REGISTERED
2678: NUMBER OF FINISHERS
1353: NUMBER OF MALE FINISHERS
1325: NUMBER OF FEMALE FINISHERS
5: AGE OF THE YOUNGEST RUNNER - CONOR MACDONALD, TIME: 55:01 MIN, 1835TH PLACE OVERALL
89: AGE OF THE OLDEST RUNNER - OLIE NELSON, TIME: 1 HOUR 27 MIN, 2624TH PLACE OVERALL
8: NUMBER OF BELMAR RESIDENTS - TOP 3 OVERALL IN AGE GROUPS
225: NUMBER OF BELMAR RESIDENTS WHO CROSSED THE FINISH LINE
19: NUMBER OF STATES PARTICIPANTS HAILED FROM
442: DONATIONS TOTALING $5680.00
397: KID'S RACES REGISTRATIONS

Races

  • Belmar 5 Mile Run

    Incl. $3.00 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 5th September 2026 (8:00AM EDT)

    $38.00

    OPENS 08 FEB 26
    *Five Mile cut off time is 9:30am Please check that your information such as your email address and mailing address is correct before processing your registration. Make sure you include your apartment number if you have one.
  • Belmar 5 Wheelchair

    Incl. $3.00 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 5th September 2026 (8:00AM EDT)

    $38.00

    OPENS 08 FEB 26
  • Belmar 5 Kid's Races

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt

    Fri 4th September 2026 (6:30PM EDT)

    $17.50

    OPENS 08 FEB 26

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Ocean & 2nd Ave, Belmar, 07719, NJ, United States

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