Please join us in celebrating America’s 250th Birthday with Freehold Township and the Veterans Community Alliance at our patriotic 5K Run and 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk benefiting veterans. Proceeds from this event will directly support veterans through the Veterans Community Alliance. 🇺🇸 Whether you’re running to compete or walking for fun, this event welcomes participants of all ages and abilities. Race Details 5K Run/Walk and 1-Mile Fun Walk Professionally timed 5K by the Freehold Area Running Club Finisher medal for first 150 registered participants Two complimentary beers or soft drinks (21+), courtesy of Historic Moore’s Tavern Race shirts guaranteed for all participants over 10 years old registered by June 1, 2026; available to others while supplies last. Awards for top 3 male and female finishers in each age group Race Day Schedule Check-in begins: 8:30 a.m. Race Start: 10:30 a.m. Celebrate this historic milestone with your community while supporting those who have served our country.
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America 250 – Red, White & Brew (Blue) 5K Run 2026 — Freehold, NJ
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for June 13.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Freehold, 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
