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When
Saturday, October 3rd, 2026
Where
Bar Anticipation, Lake Como NJ
Distances
5K · 1 Mile
Typical weather
59–71°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2025
47–70°F
dry
2024
61–71°F
dry
2023
57–77°F
dry
2022
50–52°F
rain
2021
60–81°F
dry
2020
49–67°F
dry
2019
61–69°F
rain
2018
63–75°F
rain
2017
58–66°F
dry
2016
61–72°F
dry
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About this race
Event Overview
- Event Name: 12th Annual Friendly Sons of the Shillelagh 5K and One-Mile Walk
- Date: Saturday, October 3rd, 2026
- Start Time: 9:00 AM
- Location: Bar Anticipation, Lake Como, NJ
Course Details
- Course Route: Winds through the beautiful Jersey Shore towns of Belmar, Lake Como, and Spring Lake
- One-Mile Walk: Available in addition to the 5K
- Post-Race Party: Located at Bar Anticipation with barbecue to follow
- Awards: Given across multiple age groups
Registration Information
- 5K Registration: $40 Online Pre-Registration (through 9/12/2026)
- 5K Late Registration: $45 (9/13 - 10/3/26) - Shirts while supplies last
- One-Mile Walk (12 and over): $40 Online Pre-Registration (through 9/12/2026)
- One-Mile Walk Late Registration: $45 (9/13 - 10/3/26) - Shirts while supplies last
Kids' Registration
- Kids' One-Mile Walk (11 and under): $20 Online Registration through 10/2/26
- Kids' Race Day Registration: $25 In-Person Only (10/3/26)
- Packet Pickup: Shillelagh Club (815 16th Ave, Belmar, NJ) Friday, 10/2, 6:00 - 8:00 PM
- Race Day Pickup: 7:30 - 8:45 AM at Bar Anticipation
Charity Information
- Beneficiary: The Foundation of the Friendly Sounds of the Shillelagh
- Support: Provides college scholarships to local students and assists individuals in need
- Donations: Please consider making a donation during registration
Awards
- Top Awards: Top 3 Overall Male and Female
- Shillelagh Members: Top 3 Shillelagh Members
- Age Group Awards: Top Male and Female in age groups 19 and Under, 20 to 29, 30 to 39, 40 to 49, 50 to 59, 60 to 69, 70 to 79, 80 and over
Map
For more details, visit the race page: Pat Magovern Shillelagh 5K Race & One-Mile Walk.
Course map
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