Asbury Park Convention Center, Asbury Park NJ
Saturday, January 3rd, 2026
62nd Annual
Asbury Park Polar Bear Races
Postponed
Confirmed New Date:
Saturday, January 3, 2026
Registration - Now Re-opened
- Early Registration: $35 (5K) & $15 (1 Mile)
- Regular Registration: $40 (5K) & $15 (1 Mile)
- Race Day Registration: $45 (5K) & $20 (1 Mile)
Bib Pickup
- Thank You: to those who came to The Outpost Running & Walking Co. last Friday.
- Location: 32 CHURCH ST. LITTLE SILVER, NJ 07739
- Pickup Time: Saturday morning starting at 7:45 AM.
Event Day Information
- 7:45 AM to 9:25 AM: T-shirt + Bib pickup
- 9:30 AM: 1 Mile Run
- 10:00 AM: 5K Run & 5K Walk
Race Course
The 5K course will now go out once 1.55 miles and turn around in Bradley Beach to then head back to Convention Hall to finish in Asbury Park. We will use the same course as was used in 2024. The course is narrow as you leave Asbury Park and for a section on the Bradley Beach boardwalk, so we ask everyone to stay alert and stay to your RIGHT going out and coming back on the course.
Charity Partner
- Interfaith Neighbors: has been assisting neighbors in need and building healthier, more resilient communities since 1988.
- Community Food Connection: distributes fresh, local produce to over 35 pantries.
- Learn More: About this program and sponsor a family's produce at the following link.
Awards
- T-shirts: Commemorative T-shirts for the first 500 people to pick up their bib.
- Prizes: Gift certificates, free race entries for 2026, and other gear for top finishers.
- Medals: Provided to all finishers in the mile, with special awards for top boys and girls finishers.
- Awards Ceremony: Will take place back in Convention Hall as soon as results are available (approximately 11-11:15 AM).
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