Join us for these annual Monmouth County Park System Special Events & Races. Applications for races can be downloaded using Adobe Reader. If you have trouble opening an application, please call (732) 842-4000.
Activity Directory Release
Meet new friends, learn a new craft or outdoor skill, explore nature or a museum through the many programs, activities, and events listed in the Monmouth County Park System Activity Directory. Pick up a free copy at your local county park or library. Or, have the most recent edition mailed directly to your home. Call (732) 842-4000, ext 4313 to receive a copy or email us. (free)
Todd Half-Marathon
Sunday, March 7 at 9am
13.1 mile course loops through the residential sections of Lincroft, Holmdel and Colts Neck.
$25 Pre-registration. Post registration accepted on day of race and costs $30.
Race starts and finishes at Brookdale Community College, Lincroft.
For information, call (732) 542-1642, ext. 23
2010 Results
Earth Day Open Houses
Saturday, April 17 from 12noon-5pm
Huber Woods Environmental Center, Locust
Saturday, April 24 from 12noon-5pm
Manasquan Reservoir Environmental Center, Howell
This annual event is so nice it's being held twice - once at each Environmental Center! Visitors to both locations will enjoy fun and enviro-savvy nature activities.
Spring Plant Swap
Saturday, April 24 from 10am - 2pm
Deep Cut Gardens, Middletown
Calling all Gardeners! It's time for the Spring Plant Swap. It's fun, free, easy. Bring plants in one-quart, one-gallon or two-gallon containers and take home the same size and number of plants. Houseplants are also welcomed. For information, call 732-671-6050.
Sheep Shearing/Wool Days
Saturday & Sunday, April 24 & 25 from 12noon-3pm
Historic Longstreet Farm, Holmdel
Step back into the 1890s and experience Victorian era farm life. This annual demonstration allows visitors to appreciate the work of an old-fashioned sheep shearer. (free)
Manasquan River Canoe & Kayak Race
Saturday, May 8 at 8am
Howell Park Golf Course, Preventorium Road, Howell
Experienced competitive & non-competitive paddlers are urged to participate in the 38th annual event. Course covers a 5.8 mile Class-I section of the Manasquan River. Varied widths, depths, twists, turns & portages make this a challenging route. 2010 Race Results
Outdoor Adventure Expo
Sunday, May 16 from 11am-5pm
Turkey Swamp Park, Freehold
Discover the many wonderful outdoor recreational opportunities that abound in Monmouth County. Activities during this expo for the “outdoors” person (or those interested in becoming one) include rock climbing, snake shows, and hands-on demonstrations.
National Trails Day
Saturday, June 5 at 9am
Location to be announced
Celebrate National Trails Day by lending the Park System a hand during trail construction projects. Prior trails maintenanace training required. Call (732) 842-4000 ext 4283 for more info or email volunteer@monmouthcountyparks.com.
Monmouth County Fair
Wednesday-Sunday, July 21-25
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday from 5 to 11pm
Saturday from 11am to 11pm
Sunday from 11am to 6pm
East Freehold Park Showgrounds, Freehold
Enjoy the old-fashioned fun of this country fair, including 4-H exhibits, amusement rides, entertainment, fireworks, home and garden competitions, an antique & classic auto show, and other special attractions.
Woods Hollow Classic Mountain Bike Race
Saturday, August 7 at 8 & 9:30am
Tatum Park, Middletown
Try this exciting race for beginners (7.5 miles) or more experienced riders (11.25 miles), challenge the open fields and woodlands of Tatum Park. (fee)
2010 Results Mens Beginners | Mens Sport | Womens Beginers | Womens Sport
Fall Plant Swap
Saturday, September 25 from 10am - 2pm
Deep Cut Gardens, Middletown
Calling all Gardeners! It's time for the Fall Plant Swap. It's fun, free, easy. Bring plants in one-quart, one-gallon or two-gallon containers and take home the same size and number of plants. Houseplants are also welcomed. For information, call 732-671-6050.
Harvest Home Festival
Sunday, September 26 from 11am-5pm
Historic Longstreet Farm, Holmdel
An old-fashioned fair reminiscent of the 1890s. Visitors can enjoy wagon rides, games and live entertainment. There is also ongoing crafts demonstrations and a Home & Garden competition.
Manasquan Reservoir 5 Mile Run
Sunday, September 26 9am
Manasquan Reservoir, Howell
Join us for the 19th Annual Manasquan Reservoir 5 Mile Run at the Manasquan Reservoir, Windeler Road, Howell. Ideal for newcomers or seasoned runners. 5 miles of scenic running on the perimeter trail. 2010 Application | Register Now
Walnford Day
Sunday, October 3 from 11am-5pm
Historic Walnford, Upper Freehold
Enjoy the sights and sounds of the past while learning about the evolution of this small village, plantation, and country estate through hands-on activities. Historic Walnford features a late 19th century gristmill, the 18th century Waln family home, a carriage house, and an assortment of farm buildings. (Free admission) For more information, please call (609) 259-6275
Timberbrook Triathlon
Saturday, October 9 at 8:30am
Manasquan Reservoir, Howell
Something different for athletes who like a challenge. First, complete a 3 mile run.. Next, canoe or kayak 2 miles. Then, you finish as you take your mountain bike for a 5 mile ride. The natural scenery of this 1,200 acre facility provides an exceptional setting for the event. (fee)
2010 Application | 2010 Race Info Sheet | Register Now
African American History Celebration
Tatum Park, Red Hill Road, Middletown
Tuesday-Friday, October 12 - 15
This annual celebration of African-American heritage & culture offers special performances for school groups.
Thompson Park Day
Sunday, October 17 from 11am to 5pm
Thompson Park, Lincroft
Celebrate fall by attending this festival which features pumpkin painting, a scarecrow contest, wagon rides, food vendors, crafts, entertainment & Strut Your Mutt dog costume contest.