New Jersey Summer Half, 10k, 5k @ Battlefield

RUNAPALOOZA HALF MARATHON, 5K and RELAY ARE OFFICALLY CLOSED! You can only add to members to your existing relay teams.

The Jersey Shore Running Club and RunAPalooza race committee are pleased to announce that registration for ALL of our 2026 races will open on Wednesday, October 1 at 6am! Whether you like the camaraderie of a team (Jersey Shore Relay Marathon), testing your endurance (Asbury Park Half Marathon), or a brisk 5K (Jersey Shore 5K), there's something for everyone at RunAPalooza!

Jersey Shore Running Club members whose memberships are active in RunSignup will automatically receive the 10% discount at checkout.

If you deferred your race from 2025 to 2026 you already received a separate email to help you register for your race.

Before registering for the event please make sure the date works for you as well as make sure you ALL of your information in RunSignUp is correct and up to date, especially email address and mailing address. Please include your apartment number when you register. If your mailing address is not correct this will hinder you getting your bib on time for the race once you register. You can change your address for the race once you register, you need to do so by February 1 for bibs that are going to be mailed out. Please have your bib sent to another location if you have trouble getting your mail. Having your email address up to date will help in you receiving important messages about the race.

The deadline for registration if you want your bib to me mailed to you is February 1, 2026.

If you register after February 1 your bib may or may not be mailed to you. You will hear from us if your bib is being mailed or not. We will have dates, times and location for bib pickup if you register after February 1.

Register by March 1 to ensure your shirt size.

There will be a $10 charge for all bib transfers until March 1. There will be no bib transfers after March 1. All transfers can be done online through your RunSignUp account. Remember if you transfer after bibs have been mailed it is your responsibility to get the bib from the previous registrant.

You will have until March 1 and be charged $10 to defer your race until 2027 if you have an emergency. You will not be able to defer after March 1. All deferrals can be done online through your RunSignUp account. Remember if you defer you have to register in 2027 or lose it. There is a 1 time deferral.

Please remember No Refunds!

Registration closes for good on March 25, 2026 or when we reach our max capacity, whichever comes first. Please make sure you register in time so you don't miss out. No exceptions.

STROLLERS/BIKES/ROLLER BLADES

Our insurance company has recommended the policy below:

Due to the volume of participants and to ensure the safety and enjoyment of all Belmar 5 runners and the children, the course is restricted to registered runners, wheelchair division athletes & official race personnel. No children under 8 years old are allowed on the race course in any type of baby strollers/joggers or baby carriers. Do not have children or other family members jump in to finish with you. Unregistered participants, unauthorized vehicles, baby strollers/joggers, roller blades, in-line skates, skateboards, pets and bicycles are prohibited in the race and will be removed from the race course. Bib numbers must be visible on all participants. Only the registered runner will be permitted to cross the finish line. No backpacks will be allowed. We ask your cooperation.

We will once again be offering rewards for team and individual fundraisers. So don't forget to set up a fundraiser and create or join a fundraising team!!

Visit https://runapalooza.org to keep up to date on the latest information regarding RunAPalooza.

Thank you for being part of RunAPalooza! We look forward to seeing you again in 2026!

JSRC RunAPalooza

Asbury Park, NJ

Sat April 11, 2026

Contact Race

DORBROOK PARK in Colts Neck

course map and description

We invite you to join us at the 2026 Captain Zinn Memorial 5K Run and Racewalk on Sunday, April 12, at Dorbrook Park in Colts Neck, N.J. Dorbrook Park is located at 353 County Road 537, Colts Neck, N.J. Bib and T-shirt pick-up will be right by the playground.

Advance registration is 50% off for all veterans and military personnel.

All eligible individuals should contact us to request a discount code.

This event honors all Vietnam Veterans and is named in memory of Captain Ronald Lloyd "Ron" Zinn, a racewalker from the United States who was killed in Vietnam in 1965. He graduated from the US Military Academy in 1962 and represented the USA at the 1960 Summer Olympics (Rome) and the 1964 Summer Olympics (Tokyo). He placed 6th in the 20K race walk in 1964. Shore AC has held this race in memory of Captain Zinn since 1966. The day features a 5K Racewalk & walk at 10:00 am, a 5K Run at 10:05 am, and a kids' fun run at 9:30 AM. Sponsorship opportunities are also available. More event details are listed below.

The first 200 people in the 5K to pick up their bibs receive an event t-shirt. All youth participants will receive a custom spike bag at bib pick-up.

Note: Current and lifetime Shore A.C. members receive a discount at registration.

Veterans use the coupon code "Military" to receive 50% off.

RACE DAY INFO

9:25 AM - Youth 1 Mile Fun Run Starts

9:55 AM - National Anthem and Veterans' Recognition

10:00 AM - 5K Run Starts

10:02 AM - 5K Race Walk & Walk Starts

11:15 AM Awards Ceremony

First 200 people in the 5K to pick up their bibs receive an event t-shirt

AWARDS

New this year! The male and female winner of the 5K will receive $100 cash. The 2nd and 3rd place finisher in the 5K will each receive $50 gift cards.

The top 3 male and female finishers for the 5K racewalk also receive a special award.

The top 3 male and female military personnel/veterans will receive a special award.

Top 3 boys and girls in the 1 Mile Run (designed for age 14 and under) win an award.

Age-group awards will be presented to the top 3 male & female finishers in each age group in the 5K.

Age groups are as follows: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79m and 80+.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

The 5K course includes one smaller and one larger loop on the paved path at scenic Dorbrook Park. The races are entirely within the confines of this beautiful Monmouth County Park, which is completely closed to vehicular traffic.

The 1 mile race will start near the 5K finish and do the first (smaller) loop of the 5K and finish at the same spot as the 5K.

VIRTUAL RACE

Those who are not able to join us in person can sign up for our virtual option. Those who register by March 20 will receive a race shirt. Submit your results (5K is 3.11 miles) to us before midnight on April 12, and we will include you in the results. We will recognize our top virtual race finishers in the results and send awards to the top 3 male and top 3 female performers after the race.

CHARITY PARTNER

We will have a new charity partner for this year's race, the Colt Neck Sports Foundation.

Hate Cancer? Love Tacos?

Come run (or walk) for a great cause, and reward yourself with some delicious tacos! 🌮

Join us for the Bubbakoo's Burritos Taco Trot 5K hosted by Live Run Give LLC on Sunday, April 12, 2026 at the Wall Municipal Complex. Whether you're running, walking, or just here for the tacos, there's fun to be had for everyone!

Event Highlights:

Taco Themed Medal 🏅

Tacos Catered by Bubbakoo's Burritos (because who doesn’t love tacos after a 5K?)

Costume Contest (Get creative – taco costumes encouraged!)

Awards for top finishers -

Overall, Group, & Age Groups

Walkers and runners of all abilities are welcome to participate, so bring your friends and family for a fun, festive day that benefits an amazing cause!

Register now and get ready to SALSA your way to the finish line! 🥑

Packet Pick Up - Bubbakoo's Burritos - Wall NJ on Saturday 4/11 TBD

Day of 8:30-9:30 am at Wall Municipal Complex

Day of

Steps For Hope is a community-driven 5K Run and 2-Mile Walk in Brick, New Jersey, created to bring together runners, walkers, families, local businesses, and nonprofits in support of JAR of Hope and awareness for Duchenne muscular dystrophy.

This event is designed for all ages and fitness levels, offering multiple ways to participate — as a runner, walker, sponsor, or volunteer — with every step helping make a meaningful impact.