NJ Turnpike 5K
NJ Turnpike 5K is a running race on September 26, 2026 in Secaucus, NJ.
- Date
- September 26, 2026 (29 days to go)
- Location
- County Ave, Secaucus, NJ
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
NJ Turnpike Five
YOU MUST REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT HERE!!!
The NJ Turnpike Five is a one-of-a-kind 5K race held on the iconic New Jersey Turnpike at the Exit 15X Helix in Secaucus. Runners will take on a thrilling out-and-back course that winds up the helix, heads toward the tollbooths, and loops back—offering stunning views and a truly unforgettable route. Whether you're racing for a personal best or just for fun, this unique event is your chance to run where cars usually rule the road!
The entry fee for the NJ Turnpike Five is $40 and includes an event t-shirt, race bib, and finisher medal. All items will be available for pickup on race day, Saturday, September 27th.
1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place medals will be awarded to the Top 3 male and female finishers.
Event Information
NJ Turnpike Five is Rain or Shine!
Schedule
6:00 a.m. - Check-in Opens (Pick up race packet)
8:00 a.m. - NJ Turnpike Five Race Starts (5K run/walk)
Registration Deadlines
Turnpike Five Registration - $40 (Closes online Sept. 24 at 11:30 p.m.)
On-Site Registration - $50 (Available Sept. 26 starting 6 a.m.)
Parking & Transportation
Parking is available at the Edison ParkFast Lot.
650 Paul Amico Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094
Cross Paul Amico Way and follow the sidewalk and breezway into the Secaucus Junction parking lot to check in.
NJ Transit Train Schedule
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
75°
Typical Low
56°
Chance of Rain
32%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Teterboro Ap, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Secaucus, NJ
Population
21,437
as of 2023
City Elevation
7 ft
Nearest Airport
EWR
Newark Liberty International Airport · 7 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
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NJ Turnpike 5K
Sep 26, 2026