Asbury Park Sheehan Classic 5K

Sat, Aug 8, 2026, 4:00 AM EDT

Location: Kingsley Street and 5th Avenue, Bradley Park, Asbury Park, NJ 07712
Type: Run

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Race feel

Experience a fast 5K finishing on the iconic Asbury Park Boardwalk, with competitive awards and a meaningful cause.

Scenic
Competitive
For a Cause

Join the Asbury Park Sheehan Classic 5K for a flat, fast USATF certified course that culminates on the iconic Asbury Park Boardwalk. This event offers a competitive edge with cash prizes for top overall finishers, age group awards, and team competitions. Beyond the race, a portion of proceeds supports the Boys and Girls Club of Monmouth County, making your run meaningful. Kids races are also available, ensuring a morning of activity for the whole family.

What to expect

Run a flat, fast USATF certified 5K course.
Finish strong on the famous Asbury Park Boardwalk.

From the organizer

The Shore Athletic Club presents the

Asbury Park George Sheehan Classic 5K

Saturday, August 8, 2026

Flat, fast USATF certified course finishing on the famous Asbury Park Boardwalk 7:50 AM Opening Ceremony at Bradley Park

RACE PHOTOS HERE by Jack McCoy Photography

REGISTRATION $36 if you register by March 9th $40 if you register by May 9th $46 if you register by July 31st (if space permits)* $50 to register on August 1 - 8th (if space permits)* $60 to register on race day, August 9th (if space permits)* *- The field will be capped at 1,600 runners this year. Shirts for the first 1,200 to pick up. Register early to avoid getting closed out .

KIDS RACES $14 if you register by March 9th $16 if you register by July 31st $20 to register on August 1 - 9th

SUGGESTED DISTANCES FOR KIDS' RACES ** Kids can run more or less than suggested

2-4 years old: 50 meters 5-7 years old: 100 meters 8-10 years old: 200 meters 11+ years old: 400 meters

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Friday 4-7 PM - Late Registration (if available) & Bib/T-Shirt Pick-up at The Outpost in Little Silver

Saturday 6:30 to 7:45 a.m. - Late Registration (if available) and race day bib pick-up at Bradley Park 7:50 AM - Opening Ceremony at Bradley Park (runners will be escorted to Bradley Park for the start)

8:00 AM - 5K Run begins 9:00 AM - Kids races begin 9:15 AM - Awards ceremony - Bradley Park

AWARDS Top 5 Overall Open Male and Female Win CASH Prizes ( and the prize money has been increased this year )! Age group awards: 5 year age groups - Top 3 in each age group win custom Sheehan Classic beach towels and other awards

Over $ 1300 in prize money for the top finishers (men and women): 1st Place - $200; 2nd - $150; 3rd - $125; 4th - $100; 5th - $75.

Individual Age Group Awards - custom Sheehan Classic awards to the top 3 in each age group. (we will use 5-year age groups)

Team Competition! We will have a special award for the Winning Team(s) in each category. The team categories are: