Running Races in Jersey City, NJ

Jersey City, New Jersey has 8 upcoming running races, from 5Ks to marathons. Browse by vibe, difficulty, and community fit to find the right race for you.

8 upcoming races listed

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The Jersey City Marathon & Half Marathon Marquee Experience at Newport

Chase your personal best or a Boston Marathon qualifier on this exceptionally fast and flat USATF-certified course through Jersey City.

Competitive

Sun, Apr 19, 2026, 7:00 AM EDT26.2 MilesJersey City, NJ

Steady EffortRUN

Course · Flat · Timed race

5K for Pizza - Jersey City

Run a flat, scenic 5K along the Jersey City waterfront, then celebrate your finish with delicious pizza at a lively post-race festival.

Inaugural
Fun
Scenic
Competitive
Quirky
Festive

Sat, May 2, 2026, 10:00 AM EDT5KJersey City, NJ

EasygoingRUN

Course · Rolling · Timed race

Running Is Back 10K + 5K

Join Jersey City's beloved spring classic on Mother's Day weekend for a scenic 10K or 5K, celebrating community and personal bests.

Fun
Scenic
Competitive
Festive

Sat, May 9, 2026, 9:00 AM EDT10KJersey City, NJ

EasygoingRUN

Course · Flat · Walkers welcome

The Jersey City Spring Half Marathon, 10K, 5K

Run a USATF certified, tree-lined course in Jersey City and support JCFamilies, a non-profit empowering local families.

Scenic
Competitive
For a Cause

Sun, May 17, 2026, 8:30 AM EDT13.1 MilesJersey City, NJ

Steady EffortRUN

Course · Flat · Timed race

Run for Liberty 5K

Run or walk a scenic 3-mile course along the waterfront to support the preservation of Liberty State Park.

Scenic
For a Cause

Sat, Oct 10, 2026, 9:00 AM EDT3 MilesJersey City, NJ

EasygoingRUN

Course · Rolling · Timed race

Everybody's 10K + 5K at Lincoln Park

Run a USATF-certified, flat, and fast 10K with breathtaking views of the Statue of Liberty and NYC skyline, welcoming all runners.

Scenic
Competitive

Sun, Oct 18, 2026, 9:15 AM EDT10KJersey City, NJ

EasygoingRUN

Course · Rolling · Timed race

Haunted Jersey City 5K

Run the Jersey City waterfront in your best Halloween costume, enjoy stunning skyline views, and chase a personal record on this flat, festive course.