Cumberland County Historical Running Festival at Greenwich
- Date Sat 18th April 2026
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location Greenwich, New Jersey
- Price $22.20 - $96.40
- Races 5 races
- Distances 10km, 5km, 1 Mile, 10 Mile, Half Marathon
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Cumberland County Historical Running Festival, taking place on Saturday, April 18, 2026, in the charming town of Greenwich, Cumberland. This exciting event invites participants to celebrate the rich history of one of South Jersey's oldest towns as they traverse the quiet streets, scenic farmland, and historic buildings that make this area so unique. With race distances including a half marathon (13.1 miles), a 10K, a 5K, and even a 1-mile fun run, there’s an option for everyone—whether you're a seasoned runner or just starting out!
The race kicks off at the historic Gibbon House, where you can soak in the atmosphere before you hit the course. After crossing the finish line, join us for a lively post-race party featuring awards ceremonies, food trucks, and giveaways. Plus, don't miss out on the chance to explore local attractions, including the 1730 Gibbon House Museum and the Maritime Museum. Sign up by April 10 to ensure you receive a commemorative shirt, and remember, if you register for any distance longer than the 5K, you’ll enjoy a special discount for the Rooted Acres Ultra event happening the following weekend!
The race kicks off at the historic Gibbon House, where you can soak in the atmosphere before you hit the course. After crossing the finish line, join us for a lively post-race party featuring awards ceremonies, food trucks, and giveaways. Plus, don't miss out on the chance to explore local attractions, including the 1730 Gibbon House Museum and the Maritime Museum. Sign up by April 10 to ensure you receive a commemorative shirt, and remember, if you register for any distance longer than the 5K, you’ll enjoy a special discount for the Rooted Acres Ultra event happening the following weekend!
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.
THIS YEAR WE ADDED A 13.1 DISTANCE
**NEW....WE HAVE ADDED A SPRING DISTANCE DOUBLE DOWN CHALLENGE....REGISTER FOR ANY DISTANCE LONGER THEN THE 5K AND WE WILL GIVE 15% OFF OUR ROOTED ACRES ULTRA ON 4/25! 24 HOUR, 12 HOUR AND 6 HOUR OPTIONS
*COURSES ARE FLAT AND FAST. ONLY 92 FT OF ELEVATION ON THE 10 MILER!
***COURSES ARE IN THE PROCESS OF BEING CERTIFIED.
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 13.1, 0 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
*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.
THIS YEAR WE ADDED A 13.1 DISTANCE
**NEW....WE HAVE ADDED A SPRING DISTANCE DOUBLE DOWN CHALLENGE....REGISTER FOR ANY DISTANCE LONGER THEN THE 5K AND WE WILL GIVE 15% OFF OUR ROOTED ACRES ULTRA ON 4/25! 24 HOUR, 12 HOUR AND 6 HOUR OPTIONS
*COURSES ARE FLAT AND FAST. ONLY 92 FT OF ELEVATION ON THE 10 MILER!
***COURSES ARE IN THE PROCESS OF BEING CERTIFIED.
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 13.1, 0 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
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10k
Incl. $4.30 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 18th April 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$59.30
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5k
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 18th April 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$38.10
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1 Mile Fun Run/Walk
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 18th April 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$22.20
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10 Miler
Incl. $4.90 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 18th April 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$69.90
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Half Marathon
Incl. $6.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 18th April 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$96.40
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