Kingsley Street and 5th Avenue, Asbury Park NJ
Saturday, August 8th, 2026
Event Overview
The Shore Athletic Club presents the Asbury Park George Sheehan Classic 5K.
Date: Saturday, August 8, 2026
Location: Kingsley Street and 5th Avenue, Asbury Park, NJ
Flat, fast USATF certified course finishing on the famous Asbury Park Boardwalk.
7:50 AM Opening Ceremony at Bradley Park
Registration Information
- Registration Fees:
- $36 if you register by March 9th
- $40 if you register by May 9th
- $46 if you register by July 31st (if space permits)
- $50 to register on August 1 - 8th (if space permits)
- Race Day Fee: $60 to register on race day, August 9th (if space permits)
- Cap: The field will be capped at 1,600 runners this year. Shirts for the first 1,200 to pick up.
- More info: Race Link
Kids Races
- Registration Fees:
- $14 if you register by March 9th
- $16 if you register by July 31st
- $20 to register on August 1 - 9th
- Suggested Distances:
- 2-4 years old: 50 meters
- 5-7 years old: 100 meters
- 8-10 years old: 200 meters
- 11+ years old: 400 meters
Schedule of Events
Friday: 4-7 PM - Late Registration (if available) & Bib/T-Shirt Pick-up at The Outpost in Little Silver
Saturday:
- 6:30 to 7:45 a.m. - Late Registration (if available) and race day bib pick-up at Bradley Park
- 7:50 AM - Opening Ceremony at Bradley Park
- 8:00 AM - 5K Run begins
- 9:00 AM - Kids races begin
- 9:15 AM - Awards ceremony - Bradley Park
Awards
- Overall Awards: Top 5 Overall Open Male and Female Win CASH Prizes!
- Prize Money: Over $1300 in prize money for the top finishers.
- Age Group Awards: Top 3 in each age group win custom Sheehan Classic beach towels and other awards.
- Team Competition: Special award for Winning Team(s) in categories such as Men's Teams, Women's Teams, etc.
Additional Information
Friday Bib Pick Up: The Outpost Running and Walking Co., 4:00 - 7:00 PM
We encourage you to join us on Friday to avoid the line on race morning.
Race Tees: Soft cotton tie-dye Asbury Park Sheehan Classic shirts to participants, first 1,200 to pick up their bib/shirt!
A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Boys and Girls Club of Monmouth County.
Learn More
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