The 5-Mile Beach at Wildwood Crest is a running race held in Wildwood Crest, New Jersey, offering four distance options: 1 mile, 5K, 6.2 miles, and half marathon. The event takes place on November 7, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM from Rambler Park. Entry fees range from $40 to $90 depending on distance and registration timing. This multi-distance format makes it accessible whether you're looking for a shorter effort or committing to the half marathon distance. If you're traveling to the Jersey Shore for this late-fall race, you'll want accommodations close to Rambler Park for an early morning start.
From the Race Organizer
5-Mile Beach at Wildwood Crest: Half Marathon, 10K and Run at sunrise on the Boardwalk and more! We are proud to announce that we have a non-binary registration option that has their own awards categories: overall and age groups. Finisher's medals for all events. All first time half marathon finishers will receive a plaque that commemorates their first half finish. The athletes will also receive their finisher’s medal. Find Mark at the end of the race and let him know you ran your first half. Walkers and families are welcome. We'll have the inflatable finish line arch ready and waiting for you. There will be food and drink post-race. FOLLOW THIS LINK FOR A RACE MAP. SWAG Elite Feats is known for high-end, well-designed SWAG at our events. Entry fees will include : T-shirt Finisher's medal Ankle running socks We do everything we can to make sure your shirt size and medal and socks are available . Sometimes items may not be available at your event. Please talk with our registration people after the race or see Mark if you have not received your SWAG! We will address and resolve your concerns to your satisfaction. Our commitment to you is that we will make good on getting any item that you expect and deserve. If you have any questions, please email events@elitefeats.com This race is part of the new Half Marathon race series. Please click the link below for more information: https://events.elitefeats.com/half EARLY START INFO Here is the information going forward for all races regarding early starts: - No early starts for 5K/10K - A single early start time 1 hour before the actual start time for Half (& Full if applicable) - No awards for any early starts Also, anyone doing the early start should be trying to run a 15min mile or slower for the half or full. If they end up doing faster than 2:15 for the half they may not get a time. 2024 Finisher's Medal (artist rendering) I Run for Fun socks Thank you for your Service We love our uniformed service members and their families. All of our events feature a 10% discount on race entry for all service members and their family. CHECK THIS LINK FOR MORE INFORMATION. Elite Feats is known for fun, well organized events with incredible SWAG and event food. For additional information, email events@elitefeats.com . We are always happy to answer any questions you have about our races. Our goal is for you to have the very best possible race day experience. For additional information and race updates please check our website: http://www.elitefeats.com
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for November 7.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Wildwood Crest, NJ.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
When is 5-Mile Beach at Wildwood Crest: Half Marathon, 10K and 5K 2026 — Wildwood Crest, NJ?
5-Mile Beach at Wildwood Crest: Half Marathon, 10K and 5K 2026 — Wildwood Crest, NJ takes place on November 7, 2026. The race is held in Wildwood Crest, New Jersey.
Where is 5-Mile Beach at Wildwood Crest: Half Marathon, 10K and 5K 2026 — Wildwood Crest, NJ held?
5-Mile Beach at Wildwood Crest: Half Marathon, 10K and 5K 2026 — Wildwood Crest, NJ is held at Sunrise at Rambler Park in Wildwood Crest, New Jersey.
Where can I find hotels near 5-Mile Beach at Wildwood Crest: Half Marathon, 10K and 5K 2026 — Wildwood Crest, NJ?
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