Skeleton Run

OCT

2026

Join the Skeleton Run, a Halloween themed 5K on the grounds of Fort Monmouth in Oceanport, NJ, where every runner receives a skeleton suit and costumes are encouraged. Celebrate at postrace parties with beer and a vendor village while supporting Lunch Break's Family Promise Center.

Sat 24 Oct 2026

Oceanport, New Jersey

Registration

5 kilometers

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The Skeleton Run

The Skeleton Run is a Halloween-themed road race scheduled for Saturday, October 24, 2026, in Oceanport, New Jersey. The event is a 5K held on the grounds of Fort Monmouth. The start and finish are at the back entrance of Fort Athletic Club.

Race details

The event is a closed course and will use chip timing for official results. Organizers provide a skeleton suit to each participant and encourage additional costumes. After the race there are official after parties at Baseline Social and Birdsmouth Brewing where participants are offered a celebratory beer or a soft drink. Birdsmouth will also host a vendor village. A portion of event proceeds will go to Lunch Break's Family Promise Center on Fort Monmouth. The event is organized by Beacon Events. The listed entry fee for the 5K is $40. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km