St. Paddy's 5 Mile Race
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Event overview
The Freehold Area Running Club presents the 35th Annual St. Paddy's 5 Mile Race on Saturday, March 21, 2026. The event takes place in Freehold, NJ at Michael J. Tighe Park on Georgia Road, ZIP 07728. The race features a 5-mile course contained within Tighe Park. There are two registration categories listed: the general St. Paddy's 5 Mile Race and a current FARC members only entry. The general entry fee is $35 with a price increase after January 26, 2026. The FARC members entry fee is $25 and registration for that category ends March 17, 2026.
Course, amenities and beneficiaries
The course runs through the park green space and crosses the Manasquan River on a country bridge. T-shirts are guaranteed to all pre-registrants. Finishers medals are noted as a new addition for this year. On-site refreshments will include beer and hot dogs. The race supports Freehold Township Parks and Recreation Special Olympics and Freehold Township Recreation Challenger Sports for Special Needs. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
