Fourth Annual HunterFest 5k and Festival to Benefit HuntersWorld
Sunday, April 27, 2025
Past event
10:00 AM EDT
Jersey City, New Jersey
$38.10 · 1 race
5km
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the Fourth Annual HunterFest 5K and Festival on Sunday, April 27, 2025, in beautiful Jersey City, Hudson. This exciting event returns to Liberty State Park, featuring a newly designed 5K race course that promises stunning views of the New York City skyline and the iconic Statue of Liberty. Runners of all levels are encouraged to participate, and the top three overall male and female finishers will be rewarded with cash prizes.
As you race through this flat, scenic, certified USATF New Jersey 500 Point 5K, your family and friends can enjoy the lively HunterFest festival. They'll have the chance to indulge in delicious local cuisine, play fun carnival games, and soak in the festive atmosphere. With registration opening at 9 AM and the race starting at 10 AM, there's plenty of time to prepare for a day filled with excitement. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to support HuntersWorld, a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering teens. Mark your calendars and join us for a fun-filled day of running and celebration in Jersey City!
As you race through this flat, scenic, certified USATF New Jersey 500 Point 5K, your family and friends can enjoy the lively HunterFest festival. They'll have the chance to indulge in delicious local cuisine, play fun carnival games, and soak in the festive atmosphere. With registration opening at 9 AM and the race starting at 10 AM, there's plenty of time to prepare for a day filled with excitement. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to support HuntersWorld, a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering teens. Mark your calendars and join us for a fun-filled day of running and celebration in Jersey City!
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Fourth Annual HunterFest 5k and Festival to Benefit HuntersWorld
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed10:00 AM EDT
$38.10
Organiser's description
The HunterFest 5K is back for its fourth year! Join us for this breathtaking 5K in Liberty State Park. This year offers a new race course but the same spectacular views of the New York City skyline and Lady Liberty. All levels are welcome. The top three overall male and female finishers will receive cash prizes! Bring your family and friends who will cheer you on while enjoying HunterFest, where they can sample delicious local cuisine, play carnival games, and more.
THE COURSE
Be ready to get your PR on when you run this flat, scenic, certified USATF New Jersey 500 Point 5K. This year's course will allow you to bask in the beauty of New York Harbor while enjoying an exhilarating spring Sunday run.
TRANSPORTATION
You have a few options! Liberty State Park is accessible via ferry from Manhattan https://www.nps.gov/stli/planyourvisit/directions.htm, as well as Path train https://www1.nyc.gov/html/dot/html/ferrybus/ferintro.shtml and Light Rail https://www.njtransit.com/station/liberty-state-park-light-rail-station. Note: traffic in Jersey City can be unpredictable, as can weekend public transportation, so we recommend you give yourself extra time to arrive, park, and walk to the registration area/race start.
PARKING
Parking details are forthcoming.
REGISTRATION
Register now by clicking the sign-up button above! Details of our in-person race day registration option are forthcoming.
Event is rain or shine! There are no transfers, no credits, no refunds. Race Director reserves the right to change the date, modify, or cancel the race.
EVENT SCHEDULE
RUNNER REGISTRATION AND BAG CHECK: 9 AM to 9:30 AM
RACE START: 10 AM
FESTIVAL START: 10 AM
RACE END: 11 AM
AWARDS: 11 AM (Awards will be given to the top three males and females overall. Age group awards will be given to the top three in each of the following age groups: 0-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, and 80+)
FESTIVAL END: 2 PM
SWAG
Race registrants will receive a HunterFest 5K tech T-Shirt!
RACE RESULTS
Certified race results will be posted live at the event and later in the day on this website. Click Here for 2025 Results LIVE https://my.raceresult.com/331441/results
MORE ABOUT HUNTERSWORLD
HuntersWorld https://www.huntersworld.org is a Jersey City-based nonprofit teen mentoring program created and driven by teenagers. Our current focus is the launch of our new "Mental Health Advocacy Scholarship Program", which will recognize an outstanding peer mentor who has demonstrated exceptional commitment to supporting teen mental health and wellness. This scholarship will be awarded to a teen who plans to pursue higher education in a mental health-related field. The proceeds from this year's event will be used entirely to fund our scholarship program.
SO, WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR?
Join us for the HunterFest 5K and Festival to support this organization that works to educate, empower, and inspire teens. All ages are welcome!
THE COURSE
Be ready to get your PR on when you run this flat, scenic, certified USATF New Jersey 500 Point 5K. This year's course will allow you to bask in the beauty of New York Harbor while enjoying an exhilarating spring Sunday run.
TRANSPORTATION
You have a few options! Liberty State Park is accessible via ferry from Manhattan https://www.nps.gov/stli/planyourvisit/directions.htm, as well as Path train https://www1.nyc.gov/html/dot/html/ferrybus/ferintro.shtml and Light Rail https://www.njtransit.com/station/liberty-state-park-light-rail-station. Note: traffic in Jersey City can be unpredictable, as can weekend public transportation, so we recommend you give yourself extra time to arrive, park, and walk to the registration area/race start.
PARKING
Parking details are forthcoming.
REGISTRATION
Register now by clicking the sign-up button above! Details of our in-person race day registration option are forthcoming.
Event is rain or shine! There are no transfers, no credits, no refunds. Race Director reserves the right to change the date, modify, or cancel the race.
EVENT SCHEDULE
RUNNER REGISTRATION AND BAG CHECK: 9 AM to 9:30 AM
RACE START: 10 AM
FESTIVAL START: 10 AM
RACE END: 11 AM
AWARDS: 11 AM (Awards will be given to the top three males and females overall. Age group awards will be given to the top three in each of the following age groups: 0-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, and 80+)
FESTIVAL END: 2 PM
SWAG
Race registrants will receive a HunterFest 5K tech T-Shirt!
RACE RESULTS
Certified race results will be posted live at the event and later in the day on this website. Click Here for 2025 Results LIVE https://my.raceresult.com/331441/results
MORE ABOUT HUNTERSWORLD
HuntersWorld https://www.huntersworld.org is a Jersey City-based nonprofit teen mentoring program created and driven by teenagers. Our current focus is the launch of our new "Mental Health Advocacy Scholarship Program", which will recognize an outstanding peer mentor who has demonstrated exceptional commitment to supporting teen mental health and wellness. This scholarship will be awarded to a teen who plans to pursue higher education in a mental health-related field. The proceeds from this year's event will be used entirely to fund our scholarship program.
SO, WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR?
Join us for the HunterFest 5K and Festival to support this organization that works to educate, empower, and inspire teens. All ages are welcome!
Location
Liberty State Park, 200 Morris Pesin Drive, Jersey City, 07305, NJ, United States
Fourth Annual HunterFest 5k and Festival to Benefit HuntersWorld
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