JSRC New Year’s Eve 2 Mile Twilight Fun Run/Walk & Party
About this race
REGISTRATION IS CLOSED. ONLINE REGISTRATION WILL OPEN ON OR ABOUT OCTOBER 1, 2026.
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
Running In The New Year - A JSRC festive tradition to spread cheer and support local organizations that help others in need.
Out with 2026, In with 2027! Soon it will be time to start making those New Year’s resolutions. 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!
Join us for the 23rd Annual New Years Eve Twilight 2-Mile Fun Run/Walk & Party hosted by the Jersey Shore Running Club on the beautiful Manasquan beachfront and local streets. A 4:00 pm start time allows for a little “recovery time” before your late night partying. Perfect for runners, walkers, families and friends looking to celebrate the New Year in style. Whether you're an experienced runner or just starting out, this is a perfect opportunity to challenge yourself, meet new people and have fun! You don't have to be a JSRC member to participate. There will be a free buffet for all participants at Leggett's Sand Bar following the run/walk.
This is a SAFE and happy celebratory FUN RUN with course marshals at selected locations. Due to safety & insurance concerns we must prohibit Strollers,Baby Joggers & Pets. Thank you for your cooperation.
REGISTRATION AND FEES
Early-Bird (10/1 through 10/31/2026) - $30.00 (JSRC members - $5 discount through 10/31)
Pre-Registration (11/1 through 12/30/2026) - $35.00
Race Day Registration (12/31/2026) - $40.00
Party Only (Includes Tee Shirt & buffet) - $20.00
RACE DAY SCHEDULE - 12/31
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.
2 mile run/walk will start at 4:00 pm
Post Run/Walk Party at Leggett's Sand Bar - Free Buffet
JSRC is a 501c3 nonprofit organization. Proceeds from the event will be donated to TBD. Please consider a donation to these organizations that help others in need.
DIRECTIONS TO LEGGETT'S SAND BAR
Highway 71 to Main St, Manasquan From North - turn left on Main St From South - turn right onto Main St Continue East on Main St to First Ave Leggett's is on right Street Parking on street and Leggett's rear parking lotPick your distance
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Twilight Fun Run
Typical race-day weather
Based on 10 years of Open-Meteo archive data for this event's race dates in Manasquan, plus the 3 days either side.
The sun rises at 7:18 AM and sets at 4:40 PM local time (EST) in Manasquan on December 31, 2026 — 9h 22m of daylight.
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