Everybody's Run Fest at Liberty State Park
Everybody's Run Fest at Liberty State Park is a running race on October 18, 2026 in Jersey City, NJ, with entry fees from $35 to $40.
- Date
- October 18, 2026 (51 days to go)
- Price
- $35–$40
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Runners,
On Sunday, October 18, 2026, we’re back at beautiful Liberty State Park for an even bigger race day! This year, the annual Everybody’s 10K + 5K is expanding with the addition of a Half Marathon!
Run one of the most scenic courses in the region, featuring breathtaking views of Ellis Island, the Statue of Liberty, the Brooklyn Bridge, and the New York City skyline. Whether you’re chasing a new PR, taking on your first half marathon, or simply looking for an incredible fall race, there’s a distance for everybody.
Choose your challenge:
🏃 Half Marathon
🏃 10K
🏃 5K
The course is flat, fast, and USATF-certified, making it an ideal setting for runners of all levels. This has become one of New Jersey’s premier fall running events and sells out year after year!
Awards for each distance: Top 3 Overall Male & Female finishers, plus Top 3 Male & Female in each age group: 19 & Under, 20–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59, 60–69, 70–79, and 80+.
🔥 WHAT YOU GET:
✅ Premium finisher medal for all runners
✅ Professional chip timing
✅ FREE professional race photos 📸
✅ High-energy music to keep you moving
✅ Delicious post-race food
✅ Age-group awards 🏅
Three distances. One incredible race day. One iconic location.
Got questions? We’ve got answers! Reach out anytime—we’re here to help you every step of the way.
For sponsorship opportunities please email info@citychallengerace.com
Produced by Winning Events Group
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
65°
Typical Low
48°
Chance of Rain
30%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Newark Intl Ap, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Jersey City, NJ
Population
289,691
as of 2023
City Elevation
78 ft
Nearest Airport
EWR
Newark Liberty International Airport · 6 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
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51
Days to train
- Race
- Everybody's Run Fest at Liberty State Park
- Date
- October 18, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
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Everybody's Run Fest at Liberty State Park
Oct 18, 2026