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Saturday, November 7th, 2026
Sunrise at Rambler Park, Wildwood Crest NJ
Half · 5K · 10K · 15K
49–59°F · low rain risk
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About this race
5-Mile Beach at Wildwood Crest: Half Marathon, 10K and 5K
Date: 2026-11-07
Location: Sunrise at Rambler Park, Wildwood Crest, NJ
Race Highlights
- Run at sunrise: on the Boardwalk and more!
- Non-binary registration: We are proud to announce that we have a non-binary registration option that has their own awards categories: overall and age groups.
- Finisher's medals: for all events.
- First-time half finishers: All first-time half marathon finishers will receive a plaque that commemorates their first half finish. The athletes will also receive their finisher’s medal. Find Mark at the end of the race and let him know you ran your first half.
Race Details
- Walkers and families: Walkers and families are welcome.
- Finish line arch: We will have the inflatable finish line arch ready and waiting for you.
- Post-race food: There will be food and drink post-race.
- Race map: FOLLOW THIS LINK FOR A RACE MAP.
SWAG
Elite Feats is known for high-end, well-designed SWAG at our events. Entry fees will include:
- T-shirt: Participants will receive a race T-shirt.
- Finisher's medal: Every finisher will receive a medal.
- Ankle running socks: Quality socks for all runners.
- Customer service: We will address and resolve your concerns to your satisfaction.
If you have any questions, please email events@elitefeats.com.
Early Start Info
Here is the information going forward for all races regarding early starts:
- No early starts: for 5K/10K.
- Single early start time: 1 hour before the actual start time for Half (& Full if applicable).
- No awards: for any early starts.
- Pacing: Anyone doing the early start should be trying to run a 15min mile or slower for the half or full.
Service Discounts
We love our uniformed service members and their families. All of our events feature a 10% discount on race entry for all service members and their family. CHECK THIS LINK FOR MORE INFORMATION.
Contact Information
Elite Feats is known for fun, well-organized events with incredible SWAG and event food. For additional information, email events@elitefeats.com. We are always happy to answer any questions you have about our races. Our goal is for you to have the very best possible race day experience. For additional information and race updates please check our website: http://www.elitefeats.com.
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