Source: Special Olympics New Jersey
The autumn and winter athletic fundraising events calendar for Special Olympics New Jersey is up and, well — running:
November 13: Thanks4Giving 5K Turkey Dash And Ocean Splash
Kick off the fun by running in the Turkey Dash 5K, which runs on the boardwalk through New Jersey’s Asbury Park, Ocean Grove, and Bradley Beach communities. Afterwards, you can also go really “cold turkey” by braving the Atlantic Ocean for the Turkey Splash plunge in Asbury Park. You can participate in one or both events, and there’s a special event tailored for the high schools!
Thanks4Giving – Dash & Splash
The Grand Arcade of Convention Hall
1300 Ocean Avenue, Asbury Park
10:30 am – 3:00 pm
Cool Schools Challenge
December 5 2021: Jingle All The Way 3K®
Jingle All The Way 3K® brings people with and without disabilities together to kick off the holiday season! Hundreds of sprinters, joggers and strollers brave the cold in support of thousands of Special Olympics athletes across the state.
All participants will receive a t-shirt, race bib and finisher medal. Fundraise to earn additional incentives! OR participate virtually between November 28, 2021 – December 5, 2021. Fundraise to earn additional incentives, and join us after the race for some music, quick food and awards.
Jingle All The Way 3K®
Special Olympics New Jersey Sports Complex
1 Eunice Kennedy Shriver Way Development, Lawrenceville
11:00 am – 2:00 pm
January 15 and February 26, 2022: Jersey Shore Polar Plunges
The 2022 Polar Bear Plunges in Wildwood (January 15) and Seaside Heights (February 26) will provide year-round sports training, competition, leadership opportunities, and health screenings to thousands of athletes. And there’s good news for the sub-zero aquatically faint-hearted: We’ve got a virtual plunge option, so you can still be a “cool” Special Olympics New Jersey supporter without getting wet!
Jersey Shore Polar Plunges
Wildwood: January 15
4501 Boardwalk
10:00 am – 2:00 pmSeaside Heights: February 26
50 Blaine Avenue, Seaside Heights
10:00 am – 2:00 pm