Ugly Sweater 5K & 1M Fun Run
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Ditch the Leftovers and Grab Your Ugliest Christmas Sweater!
Ready to trade the Thanksgiving turkey for some holiday cheer? Kick off the Christmas Season with the St. Mary Academy Knights Saturday, December 12th, 2026, at the annual St. Mary Academy Ugly Christmas Sweater 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run! Racing will begin at 8:30am with the 1 Mile Fun Run, followed by the 5K at 9:00am.
The Knights of St. Mary Academy are bringing festive fun to the very flat, fast certified 5K course beginning and ending at the Stafford Municipal Complex, 260 East Bay Avenue, Manahawkin, New Jersey, 08050. Whether you’re a seasoned runner looking for a timed personal best, or a family looking for a joyful morning stroll, this event offers fun for all ages.
Run or walk with purpose. Every stride supports St. Mary Academy, where children learn, grow, love, and serve. All proceeds directly benefit St. Mary Academy in their mission to teach children to become critical thinkers, problem solvers, and confident leaders in both their school and their community.
Consider fundraising! Encourage family and friends to support you to reach a goal whether it be time or distance.
What’s waiting for you at the finish line?
🏆The Ultimate Bragging Rights: Racer with the absolute ugliest Christmas sweater will take home an official Ugly Sweater Award.
🥇Podium Medals: Top 3 Male and Female overall, along with Top 3 Male and Female Age Group Finishers (19 and Under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
🎁Holiday Giveaways: We will be giving away Raffle prizes throughout the event
🎼Christmas Music
🖼️Professional FUN Family/Group photos
Don’t wait until December to get into the holiday spirit! Dust off your most outrageous holiday sweater, bring the whole family, and let’s race to support youth in our community. Mark your calendars and REGISTER NOW! https://my.raceresult.com/419478/
This event is rain or shine. No refunds.
Ready to trade the Thanksgiving turkey for some holiday cheer? Kick off the Christmas Season with the St. Mary Academy Knights Saturday, December 12th, 2026, at the annual St. Mary Academy Ugly Christmas Sweater 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run! Racing will begin at 8:30am with the 1 Mile Fun Run, followed by the 5K at 9:00am.
The Knights of St. Mary Academy are bringing festive fun to the very flat, fast certified 5K course beginning and ending at the Stafford Municipal Complex, 260 East Bay Avenue, Manahawkin, New Jersey, 08050. Whether you’re a seasoned runner looking for a timed personal best, or a family looking for a joyful morning stroll, this event offers fun for all ages.
Run or walk with purpose. Every stride supports St. Mary Academy, where children learn, grow, love, and serve. All proceeds directly benefit St. Mary Academy in their mission to teach children to become critical thinkers, problem solvers, and confident leaders in both their school and their community.
Consider fundraising! Encourage family and friends to support you to reach a goal whether it be time or distance.
What’s waiting for you at the finish line?
🏆The Ultimate Bragging Rights: Racer with the absolute ugliest Christmas sweater will take home an official Ugly Sweater Award.
🥇Podium Medals: Top 3 Male and Female overall, along with Top 3 Male and Female Age Group Finishers (19 and Under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
🎁Holiday Giveaways: We will be giving away Raffle prizes throughout the event
🎼Christmas Music
🖼️Professional FUN Family/Group photos
Don’t wait until December to get into the holiday spirit! Dust off your most outrageous holiday sweater, bring the whole family, and let’s race to support youth in our community. Mark your calendars and REGISTER NOW! https://my.raceresult.com/419478/
This event is rain or shine. No refunds.
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Where is it happening?
Stafford Municipal Complex, 260 E Bay Ave, Manahawkin, NJ 08050-3328, United States
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Host or PublisherSt. Mary Academy - Manahawkin, NJ