Spring Lake 5 Mile Run
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Spring Lake Five Mile Run
The Spring Lake Five Mile Run is an annual road race held on May 29, 2027, that includes a main five mile event and separate kids' races. The event traces its history to 1977, when about 500 runners participated in the inaugural edition. Over the past 20 plus years, the organizing group Friends of the Spring Lake 5, Inc. has donated a total of $4,140,302 to local charities, volunteer organizations, town initiatives and Spring Lake Recreation.
The 2026 edition recorded 9,898 finishers and sold out rapidly, which is noted in the event timeline. The race program includes published results and race photography, and the event receives local media coverage. The organizers list several institutional sponsors and partners that support the event.
Distances:
- 5 miles
- Kids' races
Information on registration timing and entry procedures is announced by the organizers in advance. The event combines a long-standing local tradition with fundraising for community causes and documentable participant turnout in recent years. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
