Monmouth County's Stars & Strides Flag Day 5K & 1-Mile Freedom Walk
- Date Sun 14th June 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Holmdel, New Jersey
- Price $32.80
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable experience at Monmouth County's Stars & Strides Flag Day 5K and 1-Mile Freedom Walk! On Sunday, June 14, 2026, join fellow participants in Holmdel, NJ, as we celebrate 250 years of American history, courage, and community. This exciting event is more than just a race; it's a vibrant tribute to our nation's semi-quincentennial, featuring a spirited course filled with high-energy music and enthusiastic cheers.
Whether you’re an experienced runner or a family looking for some festive fun, this 5K race is perfect for everyone. Participants are encouraged to don their best red, white, and blue attire to showcase their patriotic spirit. For those who prefer a more leisurely pace, the 1-Mile Freedom Walk offers a chance to partake in the celebrations without the pressure of timing. With awards for the top finishers in various age categories, this event promises to be a highlight of the year. Join us for a day of excitement, community, and history that you won't want to miss!
Whether you’re an experienced runner or a family looking for some festive fun, this 5K race is perfect for everyone. Participants are encouraged to don their best red, white, and blue attire to showcase their patriotic spirit. For those who prefer a more leisurely pace, the 1-Mile Freedom Walk offers a chance to partake in the celebrations without the pressure of timing. With awards for the top finishers in various age categories, this event promises to be a highlight of the year. Join us for a day of excitement, community, and history that you won't want to miss!
Organiser's Description
GET READY TO LACE UP FOR HISTORY!
Join in for a celebration of Americas semi-quincentennial250 years of courage, creativity, and community. This isnt just a race its a red-white-and-blue milestone that wont come around again for another 50 years!
Dash through a course bursting with patriotic spirit, high-energy music, and cheers as we honor the past, celebrate the present, and stride boldly into the future. Whether youre a seasoned runner, a casual jogger, or a family ready for festive fun, this 5K will have you feeling like fireworks are going off under your feet. Participants are encouraged to wear red, white, and blue on race day to show your patriotic pride.
Be part of a historic moment.
Run the race that happens once every half-century.
Celebrate 250 years of the United States in unforgettable style!
PRICING:
$30 through May 14, 2026
$250 for a Team of 10 through May 14, 2026
On Site Registration and Pre-Registration Packet Pick Up:
Friday, June 12, 2026 - 4:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M.
Bell Works, 101 Crawfords Corner Road, Holmdel, NJ 07733 (in front of the Holmdel Library)
5K Awards
Top 3 Male and Female Overall
Top 3 Male and Female in each age group
18 + under, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49
50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+
No duplicate awards
*The 1 Mile Freedom Walk is not a timed event
Accepting donations and teams.
_This race benefits the Friends of the Monmouth County Park System, a charitable organization that provides financial support exclusively for Monmouth County Park System enhancements, including preserving historical and natural resources, providing recreational opportunities for urban youth, and providing activities for individuals with disabilities within the community._
_This event is brought to you by the Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners and the MonmouthNJ 250 Committee, as part of Monmouth Countys official observances of the 250th anniversary of the United States of America._
Join in for a celebration of Americas semi-quincentennial250 years of courage, creativity, and community. This isnt just a race its a red-white-and-blue milestone that wont come around again for another 50 years!
Dash through a course bursting with patriotic spirit, high-energy music, and cheers as we honor the past, celebrate the present, and stride boldly into the future. Whether youre a seasoned runner, a casual jogger, or a family ready for festive fun, this 5K will have you feeling like fireworks are going off under your feet. Participants are encouraged to wear red, white, and blue on race day to show your patriotic pride.
Be part of a historic moment.
Run the race that happens once every half-century.
Celebrate 250 years of the United States in unforgettable style!
PRICING:
$30 through May 14, 2026
$250 for a Team of 10 through May 14, 2026
On Site Registration and Pre-Registration Packet Pick Up:
Friday, June 12, 2026 - 4:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M.
Bell Works, 101 Crawfords Corner Road, Holmdel, NJ 07733 (in front of the Holmdel Library)
5K Awards
Top 3 Male and Female Overall
Top 3 Male and Female in each age group
18 + under, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49
50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+
No duplicate awards
*The 1 Mile Freedom Walk is not a timed event
Accepting donations and teams.
_This race benefits the Friends of the Monmouth County Park System, a charitable organization that provides financial support exclusively for Monmouth County Park System enhancements, including preserving historical and natural resources, providing recreational opportunities for urban youth, and providing activities for individuals with disabilities within the community._
_This event is brought to you by the Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners and the MonmouthNJ 250 Committee, as part of Monmouth Countys official observances of the 250th anniversary of the United States of America._
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101 Crawfords Corner Road, Holmdel, 07733, NJ, United States
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Monmouth County's Stars & Strides Flag Day 5K & 1-Mile Freedom Walk
