5K preteky v blízkosti Egg Harbor Township

Ship Bottom Brewery's Ecto Ghouler 5K is a fall 5K road race held at Ship Bottom Brewery on Engleside Avenue in Beach Haven, New Jersey. The race coincides with the brewery's Ecto Ghouler IPA release, blending a running event with a brewery party. Standard entry is $30, with registration opening at the start of the year. The route is a 5K through Beach Haven, returning to the brewery for the awards ceremony and post-race party. Runners 21 and older receive a free beer upon finishing. The best costume earns a four-pack, lending the race a Halloween-adjacent atmosphere. Awards are presented to the top three men and women overall, and to age-group winners from 14-and-under to 60-plus, accommodating younger runners, local regulars, casual beer-run participants, and those aiming for an age-group win.

The OCNJ Half Marathon, 10 Mile & 5K begins at the Ocean City Music Pier on the boardwalk at Moorlyn Terrace. This October race morning in Ocean City, New Jersey, offers three distances: a half marathon, a 10-mile run/walk, and a 5K run/walk. The half marathon and 10-miler start first, followed shortly by the 5K. The course is fast and flat, utilizing Ocean City’s boardwalk, downtown streets, and oceanfront views instead of hills or technical terrain. This setup suits runners aiming for a quick time, walkers in the 10-mile or 5K, and local families preferring the shorter distance. Packet pickup is at the Music Pier before race day, and the longer races do not allow race-day registration. All proceeds support Ocean City Recreation Scholarships and Programs.

The CompleteCare Foundation Halloween Bone Run & Walk is a South Jersey 5K and walk that marks the start of the Halloween season. It is designed for families, younger participants, runners seeking age-group awards, walkers, and those who wish to bring a dog. The event has been a fixture on the local race calendar for decades. Awards are given to the top three men and women overall in the 5K, along with age-group awards for participants from kids to those over 70. Its Halloween theme includes a costume contest and cash prizes, plus a Howl-O-Ween Dog Walk for leashed dogs. Proceeds benefit the South Jersey Regional Animal Shelter, and finishers in the dog walk receive pet items.

Running for Children's Rights to Both Parents - New Jersey je polmaratón, ktorý sa beží v Long Branch, meste na pobreží v Monmouth County. Toto je jeden z 50 polmaratónov v 50 štátoch, súčasť väčšej série, kde sa beží krížom cez celú krajinu. Long Branch je malé pobrežné mesto s asi 31 667 obyvateľmi, s nízkou nadmorskou výškou a krajinou, kde nájdeš aj pevninu, aj vodu pozdĺž pobrežia New Jersey. Oblasť bola pôvodne založená ako Long Branch Commission, predtým než ju začlenili ako mesto. Názov má od "long branch" rieky Shrewsbury River.

The LBI Halloween Hustle is a new community race in Surf City, New Jersey, built around a 5K run/walk and a children’s Little Monsters Dash. Surf City Volunteer Fire & EMS hosts it from 713 Long Beach Blvd, with registration offered separately for the main 5K and the kids’ dash. The event leans into its Halloween timing rather than treating costumes as an afterthought: awards are planned for best costumes as well as race results. The setup is simple and local, with walkers, runners, families, and kids all given a place in the day.

5-Mile Beach at Wildwood Crest starts at sunrise by Rambler Park and Wildwood Crest Beach on the New Jersey shore. The race series gives runners several choices on the same morning: a half marathon, 10K, 5K, and a combo for people who want to run both the 5K and 10K. The setup is friendly to walkers and families, and registration includes a non-binary option with its own overall and age-group awards. The course is fast and flat, using the Wildwood boardwalk and roads through Wildwood, North Wildwood, and Wildwood Crest. Ocean views are part of the run, with water and Gatorade stops about every two miles. Everyone gets a finisher medal, first-time half marathon finishers can pick up a special plaque from race director Mark Hughes, and the finish area includes food, drink, T-shirts, and the organizer’s usual race swag.

The Trail of Two Cities 5K Run/Walk takes participants from Ocean City to Somers Point via the Route 52 causeway, utilizing lanes typically reserved for vehicles. This point-to-point 5K begins at the Ocean City Transportation Center, located near 9th Street and Haven Avenue, and concludes at John F. Kennedy Park in Somers Point. The course is straightforward: depart Ocean City, traverse the entire causeway, and finish at the park in Somers Point. This race has occurred over twenty-four times. Buses are provided to transport participants from the finish to the start before the event and back to Ocean City afterward. It attracts both runners and walkers, presents awards to the top male and female finishers, and provides long-sleeved shirts to the first 500 registrants.

The 5-Mile Beach at Wildwood Crest begins at sunrise near Rambler Park and the Wildwood Crest Beach, with the Boardwalk influencing the early atmosphere. This New Jersey shore race features a half marathon, 10K, 5K, and a combined 5K/10K option. The course is fast and flat, suitable for new runners, walkers, families, and those seeking a consistent pace with minimal elevation gain. The route travels through Wildwood, North Wildwood, and Wildwood Crest, connecting the shore towns rather than repeating a small loop. Aid stations offering water and Gatorade are positioned approximately every two miles. All finishers will receive a medal. First-time half marathon finishers also receive a plaque. Race director Mark Hughes can be found at the finish line. The event offers non-binary registration, with awards for overall and age groups, post-race refreshments, and a T-shirt included with registration.

The Shamong Turkey Trot is a local road race in Shamong, New Jersey, held at Indian Mills Memorial School on Indian Mills Road. It features a chip-timed 5K and a 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk. Check-in is in the morning, followed by a brief warm-up led by 3DPT. Registration begins at an accessible price point, positioning the event as a community gathering rather than a major destination race. The 5K course begins and ends in the school parking lot, following a loop on Old Indian Mills Road, Grassy Lake, Stokes Road, and Oakshade before returning. The 1 Mile event takes place on a circular driveway, where runners complete five laps, receiving a popsicle stick for each. Age-group medals are given to male and female runners, and live results are available online. The first male and female finishers receive Thanksgiving pies.

The Cross Keys Runway 5K is a new run and walk held at Cross Keys Airport in New Jersey. EAA New Jersey Chapter 216 organizes the event, with proceeds supporting its yearly flight training scholarship. Runners can compete for overall awards for the top three men and women, and for age-group awards ranging from under 15 to 60+. Walkers are welcome, with a distinct walk option available during registration. The aviation theme extends to race extras: the first 25 participants to register will receive commemorative aviation pins, and additional pins will be available for purchase at the event. T-shirts are available as an optional upgrade, and early registration is recommended to guarantee availability.

St. Augustine Prep’s On the Move 5K is a school-affiliated run/walk themed around the phrase “Oscar Mike,” military shorthand for “On the Move.” The event includes a 5K run and a 1-mile walk, accommodating those who wish to race and families or supporters seeking a less strenuous option. The race benefits the Oscar Mike Fund and St. Augustine Prep’s Third Semester program. This program immerses students in practical, real-world learning outside traditional classrooms, covering local service projects and international travel opportunities. Participants in the 5K receive a T-shirt. Registration fees are distinct for the run and walk, increasing after late October.