Cumberland County Historical Running Festival at Greenwich

  • Date Sat 18th April 2026
  • Time 8:30AM EDT
  • Location Greenwich, New Jersey
  • Price $22.20 - $85.80
  • Races 5 races
  • Distances 10km, 5km, 1 Mile, 10 Mile, Half Marathon

Event summary

Join us for the Cumberland County Historical Running Festival on Saturday, April 18, 2026, in the picturesque town of Greenwich, Cumberland! This exciting event celebrates the rich history of one of South Jersey's oldest towns as participants run through scenic farmland and past charming historical buildings. Runners can choose from a variety of distances, including a flat and fast 10-mile course with only 92 feet of elevation, a 10K, a 5K, and even a fun 1-mile race for all ages.

The race begins and ends at the historic Gibbon House, and proceeds will support the Cumberland County Historical Society's efforts to preserve the area's unique heritage. After crossing the finish line, stick around for an awards ceremony, post-race party, and delicious food truck offerings! Make sure to explore local museums that showcase the town's fascinating past, including the 1730 Gibbon House Museum and the Tea Burner's Monument. Don’t miss this chance to experience the charm of Greenwich while enjoying a day filled with history, community, and fun!

Organiser's Description

CELEBRATE THE RICH HISTORY OF ONE OF SOUTH JERSEY'S OLDEST TOWNS AS YOU RUN THE QUIET STREETS OF GREENWICH NEW JERSEY. THE ROUTE TAKES YOU THROUGH SCENIC FARMLAND AND PAST QUAINT HISTORICAL BUILDINGS. THE RACE STARTS AND ENDS AT THE GIBBON HOUSE. PROCEEDS FROM THE RACE HELP SUPPORT THE CUMBERLAND COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY.

*AFTER THE RACE STICK AROUND FOR THE AWARDS AND POST RACE PARTY. WE WILL HAVE A FOOD TRUCK ON SITE. WE ALSO ENCOURAGE YOU TO VISIT SOME OF THE WONDERFUL MUSEUMS THE TOWN HAS TO OFFER. THIS RACE WILL KICK OFF THE OPENING WEEKEND OF 2025. WE WILL HAVE GIVEAWAYS AND FREE TOURS.

*COURSES ARE FLAT AND FAST. ONLY 92 FT OF ELEVATION ON THE 10 MILER!



AWARDS: TOP 3 MALE AND FEMALE OVERALL

AGE GROUP AWARDS (UNDER 15, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49,50-59,60-69, 70+)



FINISHER MEDALS AND SHIRTS (SIGN UP BY 4/10 TO BE GUARANTEED A SHIRT) INCLUDED WITH REGISTRATION.



Race Day Schedule

* 7:30 Checkin Starts
* 8:30 10 mile/10k starts
* 8:35 5k/ 1 mile starts
* Award ceremonies will begin as each race finishes



CHARITY PARTNER: CUMBERLAND COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

THE SOCIETY HAS PRESERVED 18TH CENTURY BUILDINGS AND HAS ORGANIZED A WALKING TOUR THAT BRINGS TO LIFE THE UNHURRIED ATMOSPHERE OF OLD GREENWICH, SITE OF NEW JERSEY'S TEA PARTY. COME VISIT THE TOWN THAT TIME FORGOT. SEE THE TEA BURNER'S MONUMENT (MARKET LN. & YE GREATE ST., GREENWICH), 1730 GIBBON HOUSE MUSEUM, RED BARN MUSEUM, SWEDISH LOG GRANARY, MARITIME MUSEUM, PREHISTORICAL MUSEUM AND LUMMIS GENEALOGICAL AND RESEARCH LIBRARY. SPEND THE DAY OR AN AFTERNOON LEARNING ABOUT THE REGION AND TIMES GONE BY.

AFTER THE RACE WE WILL HAVE A FOOD TRUCK ON SITE. WE ALSO ENCOURAGE TO ENJOY THE NUMEROUS LOCAL MUSEUMS.

RACE IS PRESENTED BY EVEN KIEL RACING

Races

  • 10k

    Incl. $4.30 Fee

    Sat 18th April 2026 (8:30AM EDT)

    $59.30

    OPENS 23 NOV
  • 5k

    Incl. $3.10 Fee

    Sat 18th April 2026 (8:30AM EDT)

    $38.10

    OPENS 23 NOV
  • 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk

    Incl. $2.20 Fee

    Sat 18th April 2026 (8:30AM EDT)

    $22.20

    OPENS 23 NOV
  • 10 Miler

    Incl. $4.90 Fee

    Sat 18th April 2026 (8:30AM EDT)

    $69.90

    OPENS 11 DEC
  • Half Marathon

    Incl. $5.80 Fee

    Sat 18th April 2026 (8:30AM EDT)

    $85.80

    OPENS 01 NOV

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Location

960 Ye Greate St, Greenwich, 08323, NJ, United States

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