JSRC New Years Eve 2 Mile Twilight Fun Run/Walk & Party

  • Date Wed 31st December 2025
  • Time 4:00PM EST
  • Location Manasquan, New Jersey
  • Price $22.20 - $32.80
  • Races 2 races

Event summary

Join the fun at the 22nd Annual New Year's Eve Twilight 2-Mile Fun Run/Walk & Party on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, in beautiful Manasquan, Monmouth! Kicking off at 4:00 PM from Leggett's Sand Bar, this festive event is the perfect way to ring in the New Year while getting some steps in before the celebrations begin. Whether you choose to run or walk, everyone is welcome to participate in this joyful community gathering along the scenic beachfront and local streets.

After the race, enjoy a complimentary buffet and celebrate with fellow participants, making it a memorable way to transition from 2025 to 2026. This event not only promotes health and wellness but also gives back to the community, with proceeds benefiting the Manasquan Cares and Manasquan Food Pantry. So, gather your friends and family, lace up your running shoes, and get ready for a fantastic evening filled with fun, fitness, and friendship! Don't miss out on this beloved tradition that has brought smiles to thousands over the years!

Organiser's Description

22ND ANNUAL JSRC NEW YEARS EVE TWILIGHT 2-MILE FUN RUN/WALK & PARTY
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 31 | 4:00 P.M. | LEGGETTS SAND BAR, 217 FIRST AVE., MANASQUAN, NJ

RUNNING IN THE NEW YEAR - A JSRC TRADITION

OUT WITH 2025, IN WITH 2026! ITS TIME TO THINK ABOUT YOUR NEW YEARS RESOLUTIONS. WITH ALL THE FOOD AND DRINK WE HAVE CONSUMED OVER THE PAST FEW WEEKS, YOU MIGHT WANT TO CONSIDER STARTING 2026 OFF ON THE RIGHT FOOT WITH SOME EXTRA STEPS!

PLEASE JOIN US FOR THE 22ND 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. THIS JSRC TRADITION HAS BROUGHT SMILES TO THE THOUSANDS WHO HAVE RUN IT IN THE PAST. A 4:00 PM START TIME ALLOWS FOR A LITTLE RECOVERY TIME BEFORE YOUR LATE NIGHT PARTYING. THIS IS A SAFE AND HAPPY CELEBRATORY FUN RUN WITH COURSE MARSHALS AT SELECTED LOCATIONS. RUNNERS, WALKERS AND FRIENDS ARE ALL WELCOME! YOU DON'T HAVE TO BE A JSRC MEMBER TO PARTICIPATE. DUE TO SAFETY & INSURANCE CONCERNS WE MUST PROHIBIT STROLLERS,BABY JOGGERS & PETS. THANK YOU FOR YOUR COOPERATION. THERE WILL BE A FREE BUFFET FOR ALL PARTICIPANTS AT LEGGETT'S SAND BAR FOLLOWING THE RUN/WALK.

JSRC IS A 501C3 NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION. PROCEEDS FROM THE EVENT WILL BE DONATED TO THE MANASQUAN CARES AND MANASQUAN FOOD PANTRY. PLEASE CONSIDER A DONATION TO THESE ORGANIZATIONS.

MANASQUAN CARES - MANASQUAN CARES IS A 501(C)3 ORGANIZATION THAT STRIVES TO PROVIDE HUMANITARIAN OR HARDSHIP ASSISTANCE TO RELIEVE HUMAN SUFFERING CAUSED BY NATURAL DISASTERS OR OTHER EMERGENCY HARDSHIPS.

MANASQUAN FOOD PANTRY - MANASQUANFOODPANTRY.ORG - THE MANASQUAN FOOD PANTRY EXISTS TO PROVIDE JERSEY SHORE FAMILIES AND INDIVIDUALS IN NEED OF SUPPORT. WE DEMONSTRATE A COMMITMENT BY PROMOTING GOODWILL AND FRIENDSHIP WITHIN OUR COMMUNITY, AND CREATING A SUPPORT SYSTEM FOR THOSE IN NEED BY OFFERING A SUPPLY OF BASIC FOODS FOR EACH CLIENT AND/OR FAMILY PARTICIPATING IN THE PROGRAM. ASSISTANCE IS ALWAYS PROVIDED AS NEEDED, BE IT TEMPORARY OR ONGOING.

REGISTRATION AND FEES

ONLINE REGISTRATION WILL BE OPEN THROUGH SUNDAY, DECEMBER 28 AT JSRC.ORG OR RUNSIGNUP/JSRC TWILIGHT RUN OR IN PERSON AT LEGGETTS ON DECEMBER 31 PRIOR TO THE RUN/WALK. NO MAIL IN ENTRY.

EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION (10/1 THROUGH 10/31/2024) - $30.00 (JSRC MEMBERS - $25.00)
PRE-REGISTRATION (11/1 THROUGH 12/29/2024) - $35.00
RACE DAY REGISTRATION (12/31/2024) - $40.00
PARTY ONLY (INCLUDES TEE SHIRT & BUFFET) - $20.00

RACE DAY SCHEDULE - 12/31

BIB & T-SHIRT PICK UP AND POST REGISTRATION AT LEGGETT'S SAND BAR - 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM
TEE SHIRTS FOR ALL PRE-REGISTERED PARTICIPANTS THROUGH 12/28. TEE SHIRTS FOR POST REGISTRANTS (12/31) ONLY WHILE SUPPLIES LAST.
2 MILE RUN/WALK WILL START AT 4:00 PM
POST RUN/WALK PARTY AT LEGGETT'S SAND BAR - FREE BUFFET



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

  • Twilight Fun Run

    Incl. $2.80 Fee & Long Sleeve Tee Shirt

    Wed 31st December 2025 (4:00PM EST)

    $32.80

    OPENS OCT 25
  • Twilight Party Only

    Incl. $2.20 Fee & Long Sleeve Tee Shirt

    Wed 31st December 2025 (4:00PM EST)

    $22.20

    OPENS OCT 25

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Location

Leggett's Sand Bar, 217 1st Ave, Manasquan, 08736, NJ, United States

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