3 running, walking, aquabike, and other events in Barnegat Township, New Jersey
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Barnegat Township
3 events in Barnegat Township-
Sun, Mar 29, 2026 at 9:30 AMSee full details
RevolutionNJ proudly presents the Revolutionary Race Series.
Join us at historic sites across New Jersey for your chance to race through history!
Cedar Bridge Tavern 5K
Sunday, March 29, 2026
9:30am Race Starts
(Race Day Registration begins at 8:30am)
Runners, history buffs, and families will come together on March 29, 2026, for the Cedar Bridge Tavern 5K. Part of the RevolutionNJ Race Series, the event begins at 9:30 a.m. and offers a unique way to engage with New Jersey’s Revolutionary War history. The race route includes the Cedar Bridge Tavern, a site that played a crucial role in the Revolutionary War.
The RevolutionNJ Race Series draws inspiration from Jonas Cattell’s legendary run to warn American troops of a British attack at Red Bank Battlefield. This race is one of six in the series, with additional events planned at Red Bank Battlefield, Fort Lee Historic Park, Monmouth Battlefield, Princeton Battlefield, and Batsto Village.
Whether running, walking, or cheering from the sidelines, participants will experience a race that blends fitness, history, and community celebration. The event offers an interactive way to honor the region’s past.
Timing and Event Management Provided by TNT Event Management
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Sat, Jul 04, 2026 at 8:15 AMSee full details
2026 Firecracker 5k
Presented by Barnegat HS XC/Track & Field
Parking Instructions
All parking is located at Barnegat High School.
T-Shirts, Bib Pick Up, and Race Day Registration
T-shirt included with 5k registration only, if registered by 11:59 PM on Sunday, June 14th, 2026. T-shirts are adult sizes and will be available for pick-up on race day.
All parking at Barnegat HS. After parking, walk up the hill to the track / turf field.
T-shirts, Race Bibs, and Race Day Registration will be located under the pavilion next to the track / turf field starting at 7:00AM on race day.
Bathrooms are located on each side of the snack stand.
5k is a timed event. Runners, walkers, and/or strollers welcome. No pets allowed!
Awards to the top 3 overall male and female finishers.
Race Information
8:15AM - 400m Fun Run (kids 10 years and younger, one lap around the track, finisher ribbons to all runners).
8:25AM - National Anthem
8:30AM - Firecracker 5k
9:30AM - Awards Ceremony (under the pavilion).
All money raised supports the Barnegat HS Cross Country and Track & Field teams!
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Sat, Aug 15, 2026 at 7:30 AMSee full details
ABOUT THE RACE
Trident Multisport was established in 2012 with the idea of bringing quality multisport events to our local area and has worked hand and hand with DQ Events and their staff for over the last 9 years. We have established some high quality, fun, safe events that include the Phoenix Sprint, the Survival of the Mills, and the Stafford Sprint Race for HOPE.
PACKET PICKUP / REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS
Registration is digital. There are no paper applications nor is cash accepted. Everyone must sign up online. Online registration closes at the start of the race. Please have the following items easily accesible to maintain the efficiency and speed of Packet Pickup:
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Required: Athletes may only pick up their own packets. Under no circumstances may an athlete pick up a packet for another person.
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Required: Proof of ID
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Required for Annual Members Only: USAT Membership ID
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Optional: Email Confirmation Bar Code per registrant (Printed or Digital) to scan
WHERE AND WHEN
The race will take place on Saturday, August 15, 2026
The Olympic Races will start at 7:30 a.m. sharp.
The Sprint Races will start at approximately 8:00 a.m. depending on Olympic Swimmers.
All events start and finish at Joseph A Citta Scout Camp, 229 Brookville Rd, Barnegat, NJ 08005
SWAG
T-Shirts available when registering
ITINERARY
Saturday
5:30 - 7:15 am - Check-in, Packet Pickup, and Race-Day Registration
7:15 am - Pre-race briefing at Transition Area, after the briefing we will require ALL SWIMMERS to cross over the Swim timing mat before we can start the race
7:30 am - Olympic Races start (waves based on # of entrants)
8:00 am (approx.) - Sprint Races start after the last Olympic Swimmer completes 1st lap (waves based on # of entrants)
11:00 am - Post-Race Refreshments & Awards Ceremony
DISTANCES
There is a small trail run to transition from the swim to the bike. IF YOU HAVE SENSITIVE FEET YOU MAY WANT TO BRING SOMETHING TO PUT ON AFTER THE SWIM FOR THE RUN TO BIKE.
Olympic Triathlon Distances
0.9 mile Swim, 24.6 mile Bike, & 10k Run
Olympic Duathlon Distances
5k Run, 24.6 mile Bike, & 5k Run
Olympic Aquabike Distances
0.9 mile Swim & 24.6 mile Bike
Sprint Triathlon Distances
0.45 mile Swim, 12.2 mile Bike, & 5k Run
Sprint Aquabike Distances
0.45 mile Swim & 12.2 mile Bike
AWARDS
No double-dipping or duplicate awards, awards may vary based on event, category, attendance, etc.
Triathlon Awards & Divisions (Olympic & Sprint distances)
Overall: Top 3 Male & Female Overall Individuals
Age Group*: Top 3 Male & Female Individuals in the Age Group Division
14 & Under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75 & Over
Clydesdale* & Athena*: Top 3 Male(220+ lbs) & Female(165+ lbs) Individuals in the Clydesdale/Athena Division
- You can either compete in the Age Group, Clydesdale, or Athena Open division.
Relay Teams: Top 1 Male, Female, & Co-Ed Team
Duathlon Awards & Divisions
Overall: Top 3 Male & Female Overall Individuals
Age Group*: Top 3 Male & Female Individuals in the Age Group Division
14 & Under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75 & Over
** If there are less than 50 registrants as of July 15, age groups will be in 10-year increments
Clydesdale* & Athena*: Top 3 Male(220+ lbs) & Female(165+ lbs) Individuals in the Clydesdale/Athena Division
- You can either compete in the Age Group, Clydesdale, or Athena Open division.
Relay Teams: Top 1 Male, Female, & Co-Ed Team
Aquabike Awards (Olympic & Sprint distances)
Overall: Top 3 Male & Female Overall Individual
14 & Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80 & Over**
** If there are less than 35 registrants as of July 15, there will only be overall awards
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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Refreshments will be provided at the end of the race
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Split results will be available on website on race day
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Race scored by DQ Events
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Event promoters have the right to alter or cancel events for any reason
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All races will be held rain or shine under guidance of local safety protocol
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Transfers, Deferrals, and Refunds are only allowed through Runsignup as specified, no exceptions
USAT INFORMATION
All multisport participants must have an active USAT Membership that has not expired before the conclusion of each registered event and must follow all USAT rules and guidelines. If you are not already a member, when registering for each individual event you will be prompted to become a member and pay the respective membership fee.
Memberships range from single-event memberships to multi-year memberships; click here for more information.
Common Rules and Information
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ALL athletes are required to show photo ID. NO ID, NO RACE, NO EXCEPTIONS!
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Youth (17 and under) athletes without an ID must be accompanied by a parent/guardian with a photo ID
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Annual members are required to bring their membership card every time they compete in a USAT Sanctioned event.
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You can download and print out a temporary membership card: https://membership.usatriathlon.org/Member/ViewMemberCard
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Athletes may only pick up their own packets. Under no circumstances may an athlete pick up a packet for another person.
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No drafting: a maximum of 15 seconds will be allowed to complete a pass through the draft zone of another athlete
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Headphones are prohibited
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No riding in transition at any time
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Helmets/Chin straps must be worn securely fastened at all times while in possession of your bike. This means before, during, and after the event. This also means from the time you remove your bike from the rack at the start of the bike leg, until after you have placed your bike on the rack at the finish of the bike leg.
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Verbal or physical abuse of others is not acceptable or tolerated. Participants shall refrain from unsportsmanlike conduct at all times while at the event and during competition, including the use of abusive language; violent acts; intentional misconduct; or any intimidating behavior directed toward, including but not limited to participants, officials, event staff, volunteers and spectators.
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