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 in Greenwich, Cumberland, on Saturday, April 18, 2026! This exciting event celebrates the rich history of one of South Jersey's oldest towns as participants run through the scenic farmland and charming streets of Greenwich. The festival features multiple race distances, including a 10-mile and 10K, as well as a 5K and a 1-mile fun run, making it perfect for runners of all levels. The race begins and ends at the historic Gibbon House, and with only 92 feet of elevation on the 10-miler, it's an ideal course for setting personal records!

After crossing the finish line, stick around for the post-race party, complete with awards ceremonies and delicious food from on-site food trucks. Don’t miss your chance to explore local museums, including the Gibbon House Museum and the Maritime Museum, while enjoying giveaways and free tours throughout the day. Proceeds from the race support the Cumberland County Historical Society, ensuring that the town's rich heritage is preserved for future generations. Mark your calendar for this memorable event and experience a day filled with fun, history, and community spirit!

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!

***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 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

  • 5k

    Incl. $3.10 Fee

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

    $38.10

  • 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

  • Half Marathon

    Incl. $5.80 Fee

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

    $85.80

Reviews

Done this event?

First-hand event reviews from people who have been there, done that and got the breathable T-shirt, really help everyone choose their next event.

Add a review

Location

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

Who's In

See who else is doing this event

Be the first

No-one has marked this event as 'Doing' or 'Maybe' yet. Will you be the first?

More from findarace.com

You might like

Apr 18, 2026

$22.20 - $85.80