Navesink Challenge 12k & 5k
- Date Sun 30th November 2025
- Time 10:00AM EST
- Location Middletown, New Jersey
- Price $51.35
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the 25th anniversary of the Navesink Challenge on Sunday, November 30, 2025, in the charming Middletown Township, Monmouth! This exciting event features two race distances: a thrilling 12K at 10:00 AM and a fun-filled 5K starting at 10:05 AM. As a beloved Thanksgiving weekend tradition, this year we’re thrilled to announce that we have been approved for 50 more slots, so be sure to register when spots open on Saturday, November 22nd at 8 AM!
Participants can look forward to bib and shirt pickup available at Birdsmouth Brewing on November 28 and at the M.Y.A.A. Little League Field Clubhouse on November 29, with final pickup on race day from 8 AM to 9:50 AM. After crossing the finish line, join us for a lively afterparty at Birdsmouth Brewing, where runners and volunteers can enjoy a complimentary beer, delicious food, and exciting raffle prizes. Don’t miss out on this memorable celebration of community, fitness, and fun in beautiful Middletown!
Participants can look forward to bib and shirt pickup available at Birdsmouth Brewing on November 28 and at the M.Y.A.A. Little League Field Clubhouse on November 29, with final pickup on race day from 8 AM to 9:50 AM. After crossing the finish line, join us for a lively afterparty at Birdsmouth Brewing, where runners and volunteers can enjoy a complimentary beer, delicious food, and exciting raffle prizes. Don’t miss out on this memorable celebration of community, fitness, and fun in beautiful Middletown!
Organiser's Description
25TH ANNIVERSARY
WE HAVE BEEN APPROVED FOR 50 MORE SLOTS.
REGISTRATION FOR THESE WILL OPEN ON SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 22ND @ 8AM.
PRESENTED BY...
THE
JERSEY SHORE RUNNING CLUB
A THANKSGIVING WEEKEND TRADITION FOR 25 YEARS!!
NOVEMBER 30, 2025
10AM - 12K
10:05AM - 5K
BIB/SHIRT PICKUP
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 28 - BIRDSMOUTH BREWING - 4:30PM THRU 7:30PM
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 29 - 1PM THRU 4PM - M.Y.A.A. LITTLE LEAGUE FIELD CLUBHOUSE
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 30TH - 8AM THRU 9:50AM - M.Y.A.A. LITTLE LEAGUE FIELD CLUBHOUSE
M.Y.A.A. CLUBHOUSE IS LOCATED @ BODMAN PARK, MARKET STREET, RED BANK - RIGHT NEXT TO THE LITTLE LEAGUE FIELD.
ALL AWARDS AND/OR SHIRTS NOT CLAIMED DAY OF RACE ARE GIVEN TO LOCAL CHARITIES.
THERE ARE NO MAILINGS OF ANY KIND.
THERE ARE NO REFUNDS / DEFERRALS / CREDITS GIVEN.
AFTERPARTY @ BIRDSMOUTH BREWING
1 COMPLIMENTARY BEER TO RUNNERS/VOLUNTEERS ONLY
FOOD / RAFFLE PRIZES
TEAM AWARD RECOGNITION
675 OCEANPORT WAY
OCEANPORT
12:30 - 3:30PM
JOIN US!
THE TOWNSHIP OF MIDDLETOWN PROHIBITS DRONES, STROLLERS, BIKES, AND DOGS.
SERVICE ANIMAL? PLEASE CONTACT US SO WE KNOW YOU'RE COMING!
HEY, WE DON'T MAKE THE RULES, WE JUST FOLLOW THEM...
WE HAVE BEEN APPROVED FOR 50 MORE SLOTS.
REGISTRATION FOR THESE WILL OPEN ON SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 22ND @ 8AM.
PRESENTED BY...
THE
JERSEY SHORE RUNNING CLUB
A THANKSGIVING WEEKEND TRADITION FOR 25 YEARS!!
NOVEMBER 30, 2025
10AM - 12K
10:05AM - 5K
BIB/SHIRT PICKUP
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 28 - BIRDSMOUTH BREWING - 4:30PM THRU 7:30PM
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 29 - 1PM THRU 4PM - M.Y.A.A. LITTLE LEAGUE FIELD CLUBHOUSE
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 30TH - 8AM THRU 9:50AM - M.Y.A.A. LITTLE LEAGUE FIELD CLUBHOUSE
M.Y.A.A. CLUBHOUSE IS LOCATED @ BODMAN PARK, MARKET STREET, RED BANK - RIGHT NEXT TO THE LITTLE LEAGUE FIELD.
ALL AWARDS AND/OR SHIRTS NOT CLAIMED DAY OF RACE ARE GIVEN TO LOCAL CHARITIES.
THERE ARE NO MAILINGS OF ANY KIND.
THERE ARE NO REFUNDS / DEFERRALS / CREDITS GIVEN.
AFTERPARTY @ BIRDSMOUTH BREWING
1 COMPLIMENTARY BEER TO RUNNERS/VOLUNTEERS ONLY
FOOD / RAFFLE PRIZES
TEAM AWARD RECOGNITION
675 OCEANPORT WAY
OCEANPORT
12:30 - 3:30PM
JOIN US!
THE TOWNSHIP OF MIDDLETOWN PROHIBITS DRONES, STROLLERS, BIKES, AND DOGS.
SERVICE ANIMAL? PLEASE CONTACT US SO WE KNOW YOU'RE COMING!
HEY, WE DON'T MAKE THE RULES, WE JUST FOLLOW THEM...
Races
-
12K Race
Incl. $3.85 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 30th November 2025 (10:00AM EST)
$51.35
OPENS 22 NOVThere will be a strict 1 HOUR, 50 MINUTE time limit on this race for the 12k. Roads will be reopened at 12pm. You will be removed from the course if you are still on the course at 11:50am! -
5K Race
Incl. $3.85 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 30th November 2025 (10:10AM EST)
$51.35
OPENS 22 NOV
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Bodman Park, 120 Market St, Middletown, 07701, NJ, United States
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