JSRC New Year’s Eve 2 Mile Twilight Fun Run/Walk & Party
- Date Thu 31st December 2026
- Time 4:00PM EST
- Location Manasquan, New Jersey
- Price $22.20 - $32.80
- Races 2 races
Event summary
Ring in the New Year with the 23rd Annual JSRC New Year’s Eve 2 Mile Twilight Fun Run/Walk & Party on Thursday, December 31, 2026! Located at Leggett's Sand Bar in the charming town of Manasquan, Monmouth, this festive event promises a delightful evening filled with community spirit and celebration. Kicking off at 4:00 PM, participants will enjoy a scenic 2-mile run or walk along the beautiful beachfront and local streets, making it perfect for families, friends, and runners of all levels.
As you dash into 2027, join fellow enthusiasts in a fun and friendly atmosphere while supporting local organizations that help those in need. After the run, participants can indulge in a complimentary buffet at Leggett's Sand Bar, making this a fantastic way to cap off the year. With early-bird registration opening on October 1, 2026, don't miss your chance to be part of this beloved tradition. Lace up your sneakers, gather your loved ones, and get ready to celebrate the New Year in style at this vibrant community event!
As you dash into 2027, join fellow enthusiasts in a fun and friendly atmosphere while supporting local organizations that help those in need. After the run, participants can indulge in a complimentary buffet at Leggett's Sand Bar, making this a fantastic way to cap off the year. With early-bird registration opening on October 1, 2026, don't miss your chance to be part of this beloved tradition. Lace up your sneakers, gather your loved ones, and get ready to celebrate the New Year in style at this vibrant community event!
Organiser's Description
REGISTRATION IS CLOSED. ONLINE REGISTRATION WILL OPEN ON OR ABOUT OCTOBER 1, 2026.
23RD ANNUAL JSRC NEW YEARS EVE TWILIGHT 2-MILE FUN RUN/WALK & PARTY
DATE: THURSDAY, DECEMBER 31 | 4:00 P.M.
LOCATION: LEGGETTS SAND BAR, 217 FIRST AVE., MANASQUAN, NJ
RUNNING IN THE NEW YEAR - A JSRC FESTIVE TRADITION TO SPREAD CHEER AND SUPPORT LOCAL ORGANIZATIONS THAT HELP OTHERS IN NEED.
OUT WITH 2026, IN WITH 2027! SOON IT WILL BE TIME TO START MAKING THOSE NEW YEARS RESOLUTIONS. ONE GREAT HEALTHY WAY TO START THE NEW YEAR OFF ON THE RIGHT FOOT IS TO BRING YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS OUT TO THE 2026 NEW YEAR'S EVE TWILIGHT RUN!
JOIN US FOR THE 23RD ANNUAL NEW YEARS EVE TWILIGHT 2-MILE FUN RUN/WALK & PARTY HOSTED BY THE JERSEY SHORE RUNNING CLUB ON THE BEAUTIFUL MANASQUAN BEACHFRONT AND LOCAL STREETS. A 4:00 PM START TIME ALLOWS FOR A LITTLE RECOVERY TIME BEFORE YOUR LATE NIGHT PARTYING. PERFECT FOR RUNNERS, WALKERS, FAMILIES AND FRIENDS LOOKING TO CELEBRATE THE NEW YEAR IN STYLE. WHETHER YOU'RE AN EXPERIENCED RUNNER OR JUST STARTING OUT, THIS IS A PERFECT OPPORTUNITY TO CHALLENGE YOURSELF, MEET NEW PEOPLE AND HAVE FUN! YOU DON'T HAVE TO BE A JSRC MEMBER TO PARTICIPATE. THERE WILL BE A FREE BUFFET FOR ALL PARTICIPANTS AT LEGGETT'S SAND BAR FOLLOWING THE RUN/WALK.
THIS IS A SAFE AND HAPPY CELEBRATORY FUN RUN WITH COURSE MARSHALS AT SELECTED LOCATIONS. DUE TO SAFETY & INSURANCE CONCERNS WE MUST PROHIBIT STROLLERS,BABY JOGGERS & PETS. THANK YOU FOR YOUR COOPERATION.
REGISTRATION AND FEES
EARLY-BIRD (10/1 THROUGH 10/31/2026) - $30.00 (JSRC MEMBERS - $5 DISCOUNT THROUGH 10/31)
PRE-REGISTRATION (11/1 THROUGH 12/30/2026) - $35.00
RACE DAY REGISTRATION (12/31/2026) - $40.00
PARTY ONLY (INCLUDES TEE SHIRT & BUFFET) - $20.00
RACE DAY SCHEDULE - 12/31
BIB & T-SHIRT PICK UP AND LATE REGISTRATION AT LEGGETT'S SAND BAR - 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM
TEE SHIRTS FOR THE FIRST 500 REGISTERED PARTICIPANTS. LATE REGISTRANTS WHILE SUPPLIES LAST.
2 MILE RUN/WALK WILL START AT 4:00 PM
POST RUN/WALK PARTY AT LEGGETT'S SAND BAR - FREE BUFFET
JSRC IS A 501C3 NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION. PROCEEDS FROM THE EVENT WILL BE DONATED TO TBD. PLEASE CONSIDER A DONATION TO THESE ORGANIZATIONS THAT HELP OTHERS IN NEED.
DIRECTIONS TO LEGGETT'S SAND BAR
HIGHWAY 71 TO MAIN ST, MANASQUAN
FROM NORTH - TURN LEFT ON MAIN ST
FROM SOUTH - TURN RIGHT ONTO MAIN ST
CONTINUE EAST ON MAIN ST TO FIRST AVE
LEGGETT'S IS ON RIGHT STREET
PARKING ON STREET AND LEGGETT'S REAR PARKING LOT
23RD ANNUAL JSRC NEW YEARS EVE TWILIGHT 2-MILE FUN RUN/WALK & PARTY
DATE: THURSDAY, DECEMBER 31 | 4:00 P.M.
LOCATION: LEGGETTS SAND BAR, 217 FIRST AVE., MANASQUAN, NJ
RUNNING IN THE NEW YEAR - A JSRC FESTIVE TRADITION TO SPREAD CHEER AND SUPPORT LOCAL ORGANIZATIONS THAT HELP OTHERS IN NEED.
OUT WITH 2026, IN WITH 2027! SOON IT WILL BE TIME TO START MAKING THOSE NEW YEARS RESOLUTIONS. ONE GREAT HEALTHY WAY TO START THE NEW YEAR OFF ON THE RIGHT FOOT IS TO BRING YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS OUT TO THE 2026 NEW YEAR'S EVE TWILIGHT RUN!
JOIN US FOR THE 23RD ANNUAL NEW YEARS EVE TWILIGHT 2-MILE FUN RUN/WALK & PARTY HOSTED BY THE JERSEY SHORE RUNNING CLUB ON THE BEAUTIFUL MANASQUAN BEACHFRONT AND LOCAL STREETS. A 4:00 PM START TIME ALLOWS FOR A LITTLE RECOVERY TIME BEFORE YOUR LATE NIGHT PARTYING. PERFECT FOR RUNNERS, WALKERS, FAMILIES AND FRIENDS LOOKING TO CELEBRATE THE NEW YEAR IN STYLE. WHETHER YOU'RE AN EXPERIENCED RUNNER OR JUST STARTING OUT, THIS IS A PERFECT OPPORTUNITY TO CHALLENGE YOURSELF, MEET NEW PEOPLE AND HAVE FUN! YOU DON'T HAVE TO BE A JSRC MEMBER TO PARTICIPATE. THERE WILL BE A FREE BUFFET FOR ALL PARTICIPANTS AT LEGGETT'S SAND BAR FOLLOWING THE RUN/WALK.
THIS IS A SAFE AND HAPPY CELEBRATORY FUN RUN WITH COURSE MARSHALS AT SELECTED LOCATIONS. DUE TO SAFETY & INSURANCE CONCERNS WE MUST PROHIBIT STROLLERS,BABY JOGGERS & PETS. THANK YOU FOR YOUR COOPERATION.
REGISTRATION AND FEES
EARLY-BIRD (10/1 THROUGH 10/31/2026) - $30.00 (JSRC MEMBERS - $5 DISCOUNT THROUGH 10/31)
PRE-REGISTRATION (11/1 THROUGH 12/30/2026) - $35.00
RACE DAY REGISTRATION (12/31/2026) - $40.00
PARTY ONLY (INCLUDES TEE SHIRT & BUFFET) - $20.00
RACE DAY SCHEDULE - 12/31
BIB & T-SHIRT PICK UP AND LATE REGISTRATION AT LEGGETT'S SAND BAR - 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM
TEE SHIRTS FOR THE FIRST 500 REGISTERED PARTICIPANTS. LATE REGISTRANTS WHILE SUPPLIES LAST.
2 MILE RUN/WALK WILL START AT 4:00 PM
POST RUN/WALK PARTY AT LEGGETT'S SAND BAR - FREE BUFFET
JSRC IS A 501C3 NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION. PROCEEDS FROM THE EVENT WILL BE DONATED TO TBD. PLEASE CONSIDER A DONATION TO THESE ORGANIZATIONS THAT HELP OTHERS IN NEED.
DIRECTIONS TO LEGGETT'S SAND BAR
HIGHWAY 71 TO MAIN ST, MANASQUAN
FROM NORTH - TURN LEFT ON MAIN ST
FROM SOUTH - TURN RIGHT ONTO MAIN ST
CONTINUE EAST ON MAIN ST TO FIRST AVE
LEGGETT'S IS ON RIGHT STREET
PARKING ON STREET AND LEGGETT'S REAR PARKING LOT
Races
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Twilight Fun Run
Incl. $2.80 Fee & Long Sleeve Tee Shirt
Thu 31st December 2026 (4:00PM EST)
$32.80
OPENS 01 OCT -
Twilight Party Only
Incl. $2.20 Fee & Long Sleeve Tee Shirt
Thu 31st December 2026 (4:00PM EST)
$22.20
OPENS 01 OCT
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