Cumberland County Historical Running Festival at Greenwich

  • Date Sat 26th April 2025
  • Time 8:30AM EDT
  • Location Greenwich, New Jersey
  • Price $22.20 - $69.90
  • Races 4 races
  • Distances 10km, 5km, 1 Mile, 10 Mile

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Event summary

Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Cumberland County Historical Running Festival on Saturday, April 26, 2025, in the charming town of Greenwich, Cumberland County! This exciting event invites participants to celebrate the rich history of one of South Jersey's oldest towns while running through scenic farmland and past quaint historical buildings. The race kicks off at the historic Gibbon House, offering a flat and fast course with only 92 feet of elevation on the 10-mile route, making it perfect for runners of all levels.

Join us for a day filled with fun, community spirit, and history as proceeds from the race support the Cumberland County Historical Society. After crossing the finish line, stick around for an awards ceremony and a lively post-race party featuring delicious food trucks. Don't miss out on the chance to explore local museums, enjoy giveaways, and take part in free tours that showcase the town's rich heritage, including the Tea Burner's Monument and various historical landmarks. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun day out, the Cumberland County Historical Running Festival promises an unforgettable experience!

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.



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 GOURMET HOT DOG ON SITE. WE ALSO ENCOURAGE TO ENJOY THE NUMEROUS LOCAL MUSEUMS.

RACE IS PRESENTED BY EVEN KIEL RACING

Races

  • 10k

    Incl. $4.30 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 26th April 2025 (8:30AM EDT)

    $59.30

  • 5k

    Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 26th April 2025 (8:30AM EDT)

    $38.10

  • 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk

    Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 26th April 2025 (8:30AM EDT)

    $22.20

  • 10 Miler

    Incl. $4.90 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 26th April 2025 (8:30AM EDT)

    $69.90

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Location

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

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