Lake Como Day 5k
- Date Sat 26th September 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Lake Como, New Jersey
- Price $32.80
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of community spirit and fitness at the Lake Como Day 5K on Saturday, September 26, 2026! Set against the stunning backdrop of Lake Como in Monmouth, New Jersey, this vibrant event kicks off at 9:00 AM. Runners and walkers of all ages are invited to enjoy a scenic course that winds through the charming streets of Lake Como, a town rich in history and natural beauty. This year marks a special celebration of the town's 102nd anniversary as its own municipality, making the event even more meaningful.
Participants can register early for just $30 until July 31, with options to pre-register for $35 or sign up on race day for $40. Don’t miss the chance to compete for various awards, including overall top male and female finishers and age group accolades. Plus, all proceeds will benefit Lake Como's Youth Recreation Programs, helping to provide a safe and fun environment for local kids. After the race, join the post-race party at Joe's Surf Shack for some well-deserved celebration! Whether you're racing for fun or aiming for a personal best, the Lake Como Day 5K promises a fantastic day for everyone involved.
Participants can register early for just $30 until July 31, with options to pre-register for $35 or sign up on race day for $40. Don’t miss the chance to compete for various awards, including overall top male and female finishers and age group accolades. Plus, all proceeds will benefit Lake Como's Youth Recreation Programs, helping to provide a safe and fun environment for local kids. After the race, join the post-race party at Joe's Surf Shack for some well-deserved celebration! Whether you're racing for fun or aiming for a personal best, the Lake Como Day 5K promises a fantastic day for everyone involved.
Organiser's Description
LAKE COMO DAY 5K
PRESENTED BY THE BOROUGH OF LAKE COMO & THE JERSEY SHORE RUNNING CLUB
Saturday, September 26, 2026 9:00 AM
Hosted by Joe's Surf Shack, 415 18th Ave., Lake Como, NJ
PLEASE JOIN US FOR THE LAKE COMO DAY 5K ALONG THE LOCAL STREETS AND AROUND THE BEAUTIFUL LAKE COMO WHILE HELPING TO CELEBRATE THE CHARMING COMMUNITY RENOWNED FOR ITS SCENIC BEAUTY AND RICH HISTORY. LAKE COMO IS CELEBRATING ITS 102ST ANNIVERSARY AS ITS OWN MUNICIPALITY TO HONOR ITS PAST AND TO LOOK FORWARD TO ITS FUTURE. LAKE COMO, KNOWN AS SOUTH BELMAR FOR THE MAJORITY OF ITS HISTORY, OFFICIALLY CHANGED ITS NAME IN JANUARY OF 2005 THAT MARKED A NEW CHAPTER IN THE AREA'S RICH HISTORY. PROCEEDS TO BENEFIT LAKE COMO YOUTH RECREATION PROGRAMS & YOUTH FACILITIES.
REGISTRATION
$30 ONLINE EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION THROUGH 7/31 (JSRC MEMBERS 10% DISCOUNT THROUGH JULY 31)
$35 ONLINE PRE-REGISTRATION (8/1 THROUGH 9/18)
$40 RACE DAY - IN-PERSON ONLY
EVENT DAY INFORMATION
JOE'S SURF SHACK, 415 18TH AVE., LAKE COMO, NJ
7:30 AM - 8:45 AM - LATE REGISTRATION, T-SHIRT & BIB PICK UP
9:00 AM - 5K RUN
10:00 AM - AWARD CEREMONY
AWARDS
JOE'S SURF SHACK AT APPROX. 10:00 AM ON RACE DAY NO MAILINGS
NO DUPLICATE AWARDS
OVERALL TOP 3 MALE/FEMALE
LAKE COMO FULL TIME RESIDENT TOP MALE/FEMALE
AGE GROUP AWARDS - TOP 3 MALE/FEMALE
19 AND UNDER, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
DONATIONS
Please consider making a donation during registration to support the Lake Como Youth Recreation Programs & Youth Facilities.
The Lake Como Youth Recreation Program provides youngsters with the opportunity to spend time with their friends while participating in free play and organized games in a structured, safe, and chaperoned environment.
POST RACE PARTY
AFTER THE RACE, WE INVITE EVERYONE TO JOIN THE POST-RACE CELEBRATION AT JOE'S SURF SHACK.
INFORMATION
DRNAP49@AOL.COM
PRESENTED BY THE BOROUGH OF LAKE COMO & THE JERSEY SHORE RUNNING CLUB
Saturday, September 26, 2026 9:00 AM
Hosted by Joe's Surf Shack, 415 18th Ave., Lake Como, NJ
PLEASE JOIN US FOR THE LAKE COMO DAY 5K ALONG THE LOCAL STREETS AND AROUND THE BEAUTIFUL LAKE COMO WHILE HELPING TO CELEBRATE THE CHARMING COMMUNITY RENOWNED FOR ITS SCENIC BEAUTY AND RICH HISTORY. LAKE COMO IS CELEBRATING ITS 102ST ANNIVERSARY AS ITS OWN MUNICIPALITY TO HONOR ITS PAST AND TO LOOK FORWARD TO ITS FUTURE. LAKE COMO, KNOWN AS SOUTH BELMAR FOR THE MAJORITY OF ITS HISTORY, OFFICIALLY CHANGED ITS NAME IN JANUARY OF 2005 THAT MARKED A NEW CHAPTER IN THE AREA'S RICH HISTORY. PROCEEDS TO BENEFIT LAKE COMO YOUTH RECREATION PROGRAMS & YOUTH FACILITIES.
REGISTRATION
$30 ONLINE EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION THROUGH 7/31 (JSRC MEMBERS 10% DISCOUNT THROUGH JULY 31)
$35 ONLINE PRE-REGISTRATION (8/1 THROUGH 9/18)
$40 RACE DAY - IN-PERSON ONLY
EVENT DAY INFORMATION
JOE'S SURF SHACK, 415 18TH AVE., LAKE COMO, NJ
7:30 AM - 8:45 AM - LATE REGISTRATION, T-SHIRT & BIB PICK UP
9:00 AM - 5K RUN
10:00 AM - AWARD CEREMONY
AWARDS
JOE'S SURF SHACK AT APPROX. 10:00 AM ON RACE DAY NO MAILINGS
NO DUPLICATE AWARDS
OVERALL TOP 3 MALE/FEMALE
LAKE COMO FULL TIME RESIDENT TOP MALE/FEMALE
AGE GROUP AWARDS - TOP 3 MALE/FEMALE
19 AND UNDER, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
DONATIONS
Please consider making a donation during registration to support the Lake Como Youth Recreation Programs & Youth Facilities.
The Lake Como Youth Recreation Program provides youngsters with the opportunity to spend time with their friends while participating in free play and organized games in a structured, safe, and chaperoned environment.
POST RACE PARTY
AFTER THE RACE, WE INVITE EVERYONE TO JOIN THE POST-RACE CELEBRATION AT JOE'S SURF SHACK.
INFORMATION
DRNAP49@AOL.COM
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Lake Como Day 5k
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 26th September 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$32.80
OPENS 01 JUL
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