The Egg Nog Slog 1 Mile All Star Classic returns to West Orange, New Jersey on Sunday, December 6th, 2026 for its seventh annual run through the South Mountain Reservation. Participants will gather at Walker Road in the heart of West Orange where they'll embark on a unique challenge that combines running with an indulgent twist: chugging egg nog before each segment. On race morning, runners and hikers can expect to find themselves winding their way along a trail within the scenic South Mountain Reservation, surrounded by natural beauty. The terrain is firm yet slightly soft underfoot, making for a varied experience as participants navigate through grassy fields and woodland trails. At 10:00am sharp, competitors will start with an obligatory drink of egg nog followed immediately by their first quarter-mile loop before repeating the process three more times to complete one mile. Since its inception in 2020, this quirky race has attracted both serious athletes and casual participants alike who come together for a day filled with fun and community spirit. The Egg Nog Slog raises funds for local scholarships while providing runners with an unforgettable experience. Over the years, it has become a beloved tradition among residents of West Orange. The course itself is set within South Mountain Reservation on Walker Road in West Orange where participants will encounter a mix of grassy fields and woodland trails during their four quarter-mile loops around the same 1/4 mile stretch each time. The terrain features slight elevation changes, offering both downhill sections followed by uphill returns back to the finish line across open fields. Race day temperatures are expected to hover between cold and chilly with no precipitation anticipated thanks to typical December weather in New Jersey which generally means firm trail conditions and low UV index readings during early morning hours when most runners will be active. Humidity levels tend to remain moderate, making for brisk but manageable racing conditions overall. The Egg Nog Slog 1 Mile All Star Classic offers a unique Dairy Division race experience.
Dairy Division Start: 10:00:00
For those interested in joining the fun, registration is available at https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=135380. The entry fee for this whimsical event is $24.99 and closes on December 5th at midnight Eastern Time. Bib pickup will take place at Walker Road starting from 7:00am until the race begins, where participants can collect their bib numbers and safety information packets necessary to compete in the Egg Nog Slog. Race day starts promptly at 10:00am with all runners required to be present for a brief orientation prior. The start location is located at Walker Road in West Orange, NJ 07052 where participants can park their vehicles and prepare themselves before heading out onto the trail. There are no age restrictions beyond being able-bodied enough to run or hike one mile while consuming egg nog under race rules. Egg Nog Slog 1 Mile All Star Classic returns once again on December 6th, bringing together runners from across New Jersey for a day of unique challenges and community spirit in West Orange. This quirky event offers more than just a chance to push physical limits; it serves as an opportunity to support local scholarships while enjoying the camaraderie found among participants who share a love for both running and egg nog.
Races Offered
Dairy Division
Dec 06, 2026
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Distance —
1.6K
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Type —
Running
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10:00
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$0.00
Weather History
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for December in West Orange.
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-1.7° / 5.5°
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-6.2° / 1.6°
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Avg sunshine hours
5h 35m
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Avg rainfall
4.3 mm
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Avg snowfall
0.3 cm
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Avg wind speed
10.5 km/h (Light breeze)
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Sweat loss rate
Low
terrain
Course conditions
Firm and slightly soft
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Max UV Index
Low (2.0)
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Humidity
71.5%
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Sunrise
08:13
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Sunset
17:31
About West Orange
Learn more about the host city, West Orange.
West Orange is a suburban township in Essex County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey. As of the 2020 United States census, the township's population was 48,843, an increase of 2,636 (+5.7%) from the 2010 census count of 46,207, which in turn reflected an increase of 1,264 (+2.8%) from the 44,943 counted in the 2000 census.
