Barn-B-Q Trail Festival
Barn-B-Q Trail Festival is a running and other race on September 5, 2026 in Berkeley Heights, NJ, with entry fees from $19 to $44.
- Date
- September 5, 2026 (44 days to go)
- Price
- $19–$44
- Sports
- RunningOther
From the Organizer
Howdy Friends! Just a little note to let you know we're looking forward to seeing you again in 2027 for the best ever Barn-B-Q!
Party like it's 1899! Why migrate south with the masses when you can stay & play at North Jersey's original summer resort this Labor Day Saturday? Barn-B-Q is the best and most unique way to bid summer an early farewell without the traffic, crowds, and fuss. Join us at the beautifully restored Masker's Barn within the Deserted Village at Watchung Reservation. Our very own Urban Oasis!
Celebrate the great outdoors with a trail run or hike and then party it up at the all-inclusive 5-hour Barn party featuring BBQ, Beer, Wine, and Seltzers! Expect Trail-tivities, Barn-tivities, fun tunes, good times, and new friends! Souvenir, memories, and good vibes included!
Barn-B-Q is a celebration of the outdoors, running, hiking, eating, drinking, music, games, friends old and new, & fun!
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
83°
Typical Low
61°
Chance of Rain
29%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Plainfield, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Berkeley Heights, NJ
City Elevation
266 ft
Nearest Airport
EWR
Newark Liberty International Airport · 14 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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44
Days to train
- Race
- Barn-B-Q Trail Festival
- Date
- September 5, 2026
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Barn-B-Q Trail Festival
Sep 5, 2026