Navesink Challenge 12k & 5k
- Date Sun 30th November 2025
- Time 10:00AM EST
- Location Middletown, New Jersey
- Price $43.35
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join the excitement at the Navesink Challenge on Sunday, November 30, 2025, in beautiful Middletown Township, Monmouth! This year marks a special celebration as the event commemorates its 25th anniversary, making it a beloved Thanksgiving weekend tradition in the community. Runners can choose between two thrilling distances: the 12k race kicking off at 10:00 AM and the 5k race starting at 10:05 AM.
Don't miss the bib and shirt pickup available on Friday, November 28, and Saturday, November 29, at local venues, ensuring you’re all set for the big day. After the races, join the afterparty at Birdsmouth Brewing, where you can enjoy complimentary beer, delicious food, and fun raffle prizes from 12:30 PM to 3:30 PM. Remember, all unclaimed awards and shirts will be donated to local charities, so your participation also supports a great cause! Get ready for a fantastic day filled with camaraderie, running, and community spirit at the Navesink Challenge!
Don't miss the bib and shirt pickup available on Friday, November 28, and Saturday, November 29, at local venues, ensuring you’re all set for the big day. After the races, join the afterparty at Birdsmouth Brewing, where you can enjoy complimentary beer, delicious food, and fun raffle prizes from 12:30 PM to 3:30 PM. Remember, all unclaimed awards and shirts will be donated to local charities, so your participation also supports a great cause! Get ready for a fantastic day filled with camaraderie, running, and community spirit at the Navesink Challenge!
Organiser's Description
25TH ANNIVERSARY
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
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...
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
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. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 30th November 2025 (10:00AM EST)
$43.35
There will be a strict 90 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. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 30th November 2025 (10:10AM EST)
$43.35
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