Registration Status: REGISTRATION IS CLOSED. ONLINE REGISTRATION WILL OPEN ON OR ABOUT OCTOBER 1, 2026.
Event: 23rd Annual JSRC New Years Eve Twilight 2-Mile Fun Run/Walk & Party
Date: THURSDAY, DECEMBER 31 | 4:00 p.m.
Location: Leggett’s Sand Bar, 217 First Ave., Manasquan, NJ
🏃 About the Run/Walk
Tradition: Running In The New Year - A JSRC festive tradition to spread cheer and support local organizations that help others in need.
Join Us: One great healthy way to start the new year off on the right foot is to bring your family and friends out to the 2026 New Year's Eve Twilight Run!
Family Friendly: Perfect for runners, walkers, families and friends looking to celebrate the New Year in style.
Buffet: There will be a free buffet for all participants at Leggett's Sand Bar following the run/walk.
⚠️ Safety Information
Course Marshals: This is a SAFE and happy celebratory FUN RUN with course marshals at selected locations.
Prohibitions: Due to safety & insurance concerns, we must prohibit Strollers, Baby Joggers & Pets. Thank you for your cooperation.
💰 Registration and Fees
Early-Bird: $30.00 (JSRC members - $5 discount through 10/31)
Pre-Registration: $35.00 (11/1 through 12/30/2026)
Race Day Registration: $40.00 (12/31/2026)
Party Only: $20.00 (Includes Tee Shirt & buffet)
🗓️ Race Day Schedule
Registration: Bib & T-Shirt Pick Up and Late Registration at Leggett's Sand Bar - 2:30 pm - 3:45 pm
Tee Shirts: For the first 500 registered participants. Late registrants while supplies last.
Start Time: 2-mile run/walk will start at 4:00 pm
Post Event: Post Run/Walk Party at Leggett's Sand Bar - Free Buffet
❤️ Charity Information
Nonprofit: JSRC is a 501c3 nonprofit organization.
Proceeds: Proceeds from the event will be donated to TBD.
Contribution: Please consider a donation to these organizations that help others in need.
📍 Directions to Leggett’s Sand Bar
Route: Highway 71 to Main St, Manasquan
From North: Turn left on Main St
From South: Turn right onto Main St
Final Steps: Continue East on Main St to First Ave. Leggett's is on right Street. Parking on street and Leggett's rear parking lot.
🔗 Event Details
For more information and to register, please visit the official event page: JSRC Twilight Run.