In 75 days · Sat, Dec 5, 2026
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When
Saturday, December 5th, 2026
Where
913 Ocean Ave N, Asbury Park NJ
Distance
5K
Typical weather
35–47°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 4 of the last 10 years
2025
24–35°F
dry
2024
30–41°F
rain
2023
35–45°F
dry
2022
28–46°F
dry
2021
34–49°F
dry
2020
40–48°F
rain
2019
33–43°F
dry
2018
29–37°F
dry
2017
50–62°F
rain
2016
40–49°F
rain
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About this race
Event Overview
- Event Name: Asbury Park Santa Run
- Date: December 5, 2026
- Location: 913 Ocean Ave N, Asbury Park, NJ
- URL: Asbury Park Santa Run
Race Details
- Course: 5K course
- Attire: Santa suit
- Finish Line: Access to your choice of 4 after parties
- Note: Event expected to sell out in advance
Charity Partnership
- Beneficiary: Lunch Break
- Donation: Portion of proceeds donated after the race
Registration Information
- Priority Registration: Opens July 8th at 10:00 AM for 2024 and 2025 participants
- General Registration: Begins July 15th at 10:00 AM
Event Package
- Includes: Donation to Lunch Break, Santa suit, race entry
- Course: Closed course in Asbury Park
- After Parties: Must be 21+
- Results: Chip timed results provided
After Party Lineup
- Featured Acts: Brian Kirk & the Jirks
- Venues: Stone Pony, Wonder Bar, Asbury Lanes, & Lowdive
- More: Additional performers TBA
Additional Information
- Suit & Bib Pick Up: December 4th at a TBD location
- Affiliation: This event is not affiliated with SantaCon
Course map
Hotels for race weekend
Live prices near the start line, Dec 4 – 6, 2026.
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