The JC Green Half, 10K, and 5K
- Date Sun 4th October 2026
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location Jersey City, New Jersey
- Price $54.00 - $80.50
- Races 6 races
- Distances Half Marathon, 10km, 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of fitness and fun at the JC Green Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K on Sunday, October 4, 2026, in beautiful Lincoln Park, Jersey City, Hudson. This exciting event, now in its 6th year, promises to offer participants an unforgettable running experience on a scenic course that features paved roads, picturesque bridges, serene paths, and historic monuments. Runners of all abilities can choose from three distances: the challenging 13.1-mile half marathon, a competitive 10K, or a fun 5K.
Join us in supporting Sustainable Jersey City, a fantastic non-profit dedicated to promoting sustainability in the community. With live timing, well-placed water stations, and a vibrant finish line atmosphere, this event is designed to be both enjoyable and rewarding. Each participant will receive a technical T-shirt, a personalized bib (if registered early), and a stunning die-cast finisher's medal. Post-race festivities will include delicious bagels and refreshments, ensuring a perfect ending to a remarkable day. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to run, celebrate, and contribute to a greener future for Jersey City!
Join us in supporting Sustainable Jersey City, a fantastic non-profit dedicated to promoting sustainability in the community. With live timing, well-placed water stations, and a vibrant finish line atmosphere, this event is designed to be both enjoyable and rewarding. Each participant will receive a technical T-shirt, a personalized bib (if registered early), and a stunning die-cast finisher's medal. Post-race festivities will include delicious bagels and refreshments, ensuring a perfect ending to a remarkable day. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to run, celebrate, and contribute to a greener future for Jersey City!
Organiser's Description
The JC Green Half Marathon, 10K, 5K (formerly the JC Fall Half, 10K, 5K) takes place in Lincoln Park, a place that is not only historic, its beautiful!!! We are proud and excited to hold the 6th Annual running event to support an incredible non-profit organization, Sustainable Jersey City. Weve created an unforgettable and improved course that includes paved, unrestricted roads, bridges, paths, a lake, and historic monuments. This is going to be a great event that were sure will be around for years to come. Join us to support this amazing organization that works to educate, empower, and advocate for a more sustainable Jersey City. Run 13.1 Miles, 10K, or 5K on a course with clear markers, tons of support, and a finish line like no other. We cant wait to make this happen!
Location
1 Lincoln Park, Jersey City, NJ 07304 (Water Fountain)
Course (certified measured course)
(Half) 4 loops of a 3.27 mile course.
(10K) 2 loops of a 3.1 mile course
(5K) 1 loop of a 3.1 mile course
Water Stations
There will be water stations about every 1.5 - 2 miles along the course. Besides water, there will be Gatorade and gels.
Timing
Live timing including a split per loop!
**Pictures and video will be uploaded the day of the event
Technical T-shirt & Bib
Male & Female cuts; A4 Technical Running Shirts for each participant.
Personalized bib (must register 4 weeks prior) commemorative bib thereafter.
Finishers Medal & Awards
Die Cast Medal with full-color ribbon
Awards/Plaques for Top 3 overall Male and Female (All distances)
Half Distance - Awards/Plaques for Top 3 Age Groups Male and Female 19 and under, 20's 30's, 40's, 50's, 60's, & 70+
10K & 5K - Awards/Plaques for Top 3 Age Groups Male and Female 19 & Under, 20's, 30's, 40's, 50's, 60's, 70+
Photographs and finisher's video provided on day of the event.
Food & Beverages
Post Race bagels, cream cheese spreads, organic jelly, and peanut butter.
Please always check our website: http://www.citytri.com for updates.
Race Day Packet Pick-up: 8:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m.
Bring picture I.D.
You will receive a bib with a timing chip attached to it.
Baggage Check-in: 8:00 a.m. to 8:45 a.m
Your bib will have a tear-off tag that you will pin to your personal bag.
You need to show the matching bib to retrieve your bag from the secure area.
Race Start: 9:30 a.m.
Preliminary Results: posted at around 10:30 a.m.
Awards Ceremony: 10:30 11:30 a.m.
Post Race Celebration! Bagels, fruits, and drinks!
Remember, there are no transfers, no credits, no refunds. Race Directors reserve the right to change the date, modify or cancel the race. Only in this case may you transfer your entry to another event.
Location
1 Lincoln Park, Jersey City, NJ 07304 (Water Fountain)
Course (certified measured course)
(Half) 4 loops of a 3.27 mile course.
(10K) 2 loops of a 3.1 mile course
(5K) 1 loop of a 3.1 mile course
Water Stations
There will be water stations about every 1.5 - 2 miles along the course. Besides water, there will be Gatorade and gels.
Timing
Live timing including a split per loop!
**Pictures and video will be uploaded the day of the event
Technical T-shirt & Bib
Male & Female cuts; A4 Technical Running Shirts for each participant.
Personalized bib (must register 4 weeks prior) commemorative bib thereafter.
Finishers Medal & Awards
Die Cast Medal with full-color ribbon
Awards/Plaques for Top 3 overall Male and Female (All distances)
Half Distance - Awards/Plaques for Top 3 Age Groups Male and Female 19 and under, 20's 30's, 40's, 50's, 60's, & 70+
10K & 5K - Awards/Plaques for Top 3 Age Groups Male and Female 19 & Under, 20's, 30's, 40's, 50's, 60's, 70+
Photographs and finisher's video provided on day of the event.
Food & Beverages
Post Race bagels, cream cheese spreads, organic jelly, and peanut butter.
Please always check our website: http://www.citytri.com for updates.
Race Day Packet Pick-up: 8:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m.
Bring picture I.D.
You will receive a bib with a timing chip attached to it.
Baggage Check-in: 8:00 a.m. to 8:45 a.m
Your bib will have a tear-off tag that you will pin to your personal bag.
You need to show the matching bib to retrieve your bag from the secure area.
Race Start: 9:30 a.m.
Preliminary Results: posted at around 10:30 a.m.
Awards Ceremony: 10:30 11:30 a.m.
Post Race Celebration! Bagels, fruits, and drinks!
Remember, there are no transfers, no credits, no refunds. Race Directors reserve the right to change the date, modify or cancel the race. Only in this case may you transfer your entry to another event.
Races
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Half Marathon
Incl. $5.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 4th October 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$80.50
Run 4 loops of a 3.27 mile course that is mostly on a paved surface. About 1/2 a mile is on a hard packed path in a wooded area that will give your legs a little break. Three water stations are on the course with water and Gatorade. You fans can watch you as you complete each loop and also at the 2.25 mile mark, which is on a path just steps from the start/finish. So, theyll see you 8 times during the race. Afterward, join us for some bagels, spreads, and get your finisher medal and t-shirt. Awards ceremony is for top three overall finishers, male and female, and then top three in each age group, 19 and under, 20s, 30s, 40s, 50s, 60s, and 70s (Golden Runners). -
10K Race
Incl. $4.60 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 4th October 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$64.60
The course is two 3.1 mile loops. Its on the same course as the half marathon with the exception of a slight cut that is marked clearly. Signs and staff help direct you throughout the race. There are three water stations on the course with water and Gatorade. You fans will be able to cheer you on four times (twice each loop) as you complete your loop and about a mile before. Awards ceremony is for the top three overall finishers, male and female, and then top three in each age group, 19 and under, 20s, 30s, 40s, 50s, 60s, and 70+ (Golden Runners). After the race, pick up your finisher medal and technical t-shirt and hang out for some drinks, bagels, and spreads as we celebrate your accomplishment. -
5k Race
Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 4th October 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$54.00
The course is a 3.1 mile loop. Its on the same course as the half marathon with the exception of a slight cut that is marked clearly. Signs and staff help direct you throughout the race. There are three water stations on the course with water and Gatorade. Your fans will be able to cheer you on twice, at the 2.25 mile mark and at the finish. Awards ceremony is for the top three overall finishers, male and female, and then top three in each age group, 19 and under, 20s, 30s, 40s, 50s, 60s, and 70+ (Golden Runners). After the race, pick up your finisher medal and technical t-shirt and hang out for some drinks, bagels, and spreads as we celebrate your accomplishment. -
Virtual Only - 5k
Incl. $4.00 Fee
$54.00
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Virtual Only - 10k
Incl. $4.00 Fee
$54.00
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Virtual Only - Half
Incl. $4.00 Fee
$54.00
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