Events
Half Marathon 🏅
Description
Runners,
On Sunday, October 18, 2026, we’re back at beautiful Liberty State Park for an even bigger race day! This year, the annual Everybody’s 10K + 5K is expanding with the addition of a Half Marathon!
Run one of the most scenic courses in the region, featuring breathtaking views of Ellis Island, the Statue of Liberty, the Brooklyn Bridge, and the New York City skyline. Whether you’re chasing a new PR, taking on your first half marathon, or simply looking for an incredible fall race, there’s a distance for everybody.
Choose your challenge:
🏃 Half Marathon
🏃 10K
🏃 5K
The course is flat, fast, and USATF-certified, making it an ideal setting for runners of all levels. This has become one of New Jersey’s premier fall running events and sells out year after year!
Awards for each distance: Top 3 Overall Male & Female finishers, plus Top 3 Male & Female in each age group: 19 & Under, 20–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59, 60–69, 70–79, and 80+.
🔥 WHAT YOU GET:
✅ Premium finisher medal for all runners
✅ Professional chip timing
✅ FREE professional race photos 📸
✅ High-energy music to keep you moving
✅ Delicious post-race food
✅ Age-group awards 🏅
Three distances. One incredible race day. One iconic location.
Got questions? We’ve got answers! Reach out anytime—we’re here to help you every step of the way.
For sponsorship opportunities please email info@citychallengerace.com
Produced by Winning Events Group
Finisher Medal for all distances!
Race Website
Additional race information can be found at https://winningeventsgroup.com/.
Race Contact Info
Professional Photos, Age Group Awards, and Live Results!
All runners will receive FREE professional photos within 72 hours of the race to the email they registered with.
Early Bib Pick Up
EARLY BIB & MERCHANDISE PICKUP
Skip the race-day lines! Early pickup is highly recommended.
Join us on Saturday (October 17th) from 5:00 PM–7:30 PM to pick up your race bib ahead of race day.
If you purchased a race shirt or other merchandise, you can pick up those items at the same time.
Taking advantage of early pickup for yourself and your teammates will make your race morning faster and easier, allowing you to arrive ready to run!
📅 Saturday
⏰ 5:00 PM–7:30 PM
📍 DICK’S Sporting Goods
50 Mall Dr W, Jersey City, NJ 07310
We strongly encourage all participants who are able to attend to pick up their bibs on Saturday to avoid race-day lines. If you cannot make it Saturday you can pick up on race day morning. Please arrive 45-60 minutes before your start time to allow enough time for parking and bib pick up.
Race Week Essentials – Be Ready to Run!
RACE WEEK IS HERE!
We're excited to welcome you to Everybody's Run Fest at Liberty State Park on Sunday, October 18, 2026!
Whether you're running the Half Marathon, 10K, or 5K, get ready for an incredible morning of running with breathtaking views of the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, and the NYC skyline!
PLEASE READ THE IMPORTANT RACE DAY INFORMATION BELOW.
RACE DAY & START TIMES
Sunday, October 18, 2026
Half Marathon: 8:30 AM
10K: 9:00 AM
5K: 9:15 AM
All races will start promptly. Please arrive 60 minutes before your scheduled start time to allow time for parking and getting to the start line.
📍 START LINE LOCATION + BAG CHECK
200 Morris Pesin Drive, Liberty State Park — Jersey City, NJ
The start and finish area is located directly behind the Liberty State Park offices, at the Flag Plaza. Bag check will be available at $5 per bag payable with cash, venmo, or zelle.
EARLY BIB & MERCHANDISE PICKUP
RECOMMENDED — TO AVOID RACE DAY LINES.
Saturday, October 17 | 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
DICK'S Sporting Goods
50 Mall Dr W, Jersey City, NJ 07310
Pick up your race bib and any pre-purchased merchandise for you and your teammates.
Race-day bib pickup will also be available at the start/finish area. Please arrive early if you need to pick up your bib on Sunday.
PARKING — INFORMATION
Parking at these lots ONLY has been prepaid by us for ALL runners. The closest parking lots to the start/finish area are:
Parking Lot #4
Parking Lot #3
Parking Lot #1
Parking Lot #6 — Nature Center
DO NOT PARK IN LOT #2! This lot is reserved for the boat launch and is not available for race participants.
Liberty State Park Police will enforce parking regulations: Do not park near fire hydrants, on grass, along unauthorized roadways, or in restricted areas. Park only in designated parking spaces.
Plan to arrive 60 minutes early to allow time for parking, walking to the start, restroom visits, and bib pickup.
RESTROOMS & HYDRATION
Restrooms: Available at the start/finish area.
On-Course Restrooms: Additional bathrooms are available near Mile 12 of the Half Marathon course and accesible to all runners of all distances.
Hydration: Water stations will be available along the course.
COURSE INFORMATION
Enjoy a scenic, flat course through Liberty State Park with incredible waterfront views!
Half Marathon (13.1 Miles)
Four-loop course
Mile markers at every mile
3 hour, 30 minute time limit
Water stations along the course
10K (6.2 Miles) & 5K (3.1 Miles)
FINISHER MEDALS, TIMING & AWARDS
Custom Finisher Medals: Every finisher receives our premium 2026 Everybody's Run Fest medal!
Chip Timing: All three distances will be professionally chip-timed.
Awards: Overall and age-group awards will be awarded for each distance. You can view your results LIVE and collect your medals if you placed at the registration tent.
FREE RACE PHOTOS!
Professional race photos will be available FREE to all participants. Photos are expected to be available within approximately 72 hours. We'll email participants when they're ready!
FINAL RACE DAY REMINDERS
Arrive 60 minutes early.
Review your course map before race day.
Wear your race bib visibly on the front of your shirt.
Dress appropriately for October waterfront weather.
Respect Liberty State Park PLEASE park accordingly.
Bring your energy and get ready for an amazing race!
SEE YOU AT THE STARTING LINE ❤️
Our team has been working hard to deliver an unforgettable race experience, and we can't wait to welcome you to Liberty State Park.
Questions? info@citychallengerace.com
The Winning Events Group Team
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