What is The Homldel Classic?

The Holmdel Classic is MissionCleanWater’s annual winter trail race at Holmdel Park in Holmdel, New Jersey. Participants take on a challenging 4.5-mile course featuring rolling hills, wooded trails, and the park’s iconic cross-country terrain.

Choose your challenge: one 4.5-mile loop, the three-loop Halfish, or the seven-loop 50Kish.

This is more than a race. It’s a community coming together through movement to help bring reliable clean drinking water to underserved communities. Every registration directly supports MissionCleanWater’s clean water programs.

Whether you’re running your first trail race or tackling an ultramarathon, there’s a place for you at the Holmdel Classic.

Support on Race Day

Aid Station

An aid station at the start/finish line will provide water, electrolytes, snacks, prepared foods, first-aid supplies, and volunteers ready to assist throughout the event. We also hope to offer warm drinks to help runners stay comfortable in the winter conditions.

Support Crew

Runners are welcome to bring their own supplies, and spectators are encouraged to come support participants throughout the day.

Pacers are not permitted on the course unless arrangements have been discussed with the race directors. We’re flexible, so please reach out if you have a specific request.

Race Breakdown

Race Date: December 12, 2026
Location: Holmdel Park, Holmdel, NJ
Events: 4.5 miles, Halfish, and 50Kish
Start Times: 50Kish at 8:00 a.m., Halfish at 9:00 a.m., and 4.5 miles at 10:00 a.m.
Loop Distance: Approximately 4.5 miles
Aid Station: Located at the start/finish line
Bathrooms: Onsite park facilities

How Are Registrations Used?

Your registration directly supports MissionCleanWater’s efforts to bring reliable clean drinking water to underserved communities.

Proceeds help fund projects such as restoring broken wells, expanding solar-powered water systems, and maintaining existing infrastructure so families have dependable access to clean water.

Every mile you run helps make clean water possible for the communities that need it most.

Athlete Program

Turn your Holmdel Classic into something bigger by joining MissionCleanWater’s Athlete Program. Participants who commit to raising $500 for clean water projects receive a complimentary race entry and support throughout their fundraising journey.

Whether you’re tackling your first trail race or chasing a 50K finish, your miles can help bring reliable clean water to communities that need it most. Contact us to learn more and get started.