The JC Green Half, 10K, and 5K
- Date
- October 4, 2026
- Distance
- Half Marathon · 10K Race · 5k Race & more
From the Organizer
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, it’s beautiful!!! We are proud and excited to hold the 6th Annual running event to support an incredible non-profit organization, Sustainable Jersey City. We’ve 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 we’re 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 can’t 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.
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
70°
Typical Low
53°
Chance of Rain
30%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Harrison, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Jersey City, NJ
Population
289,691
as of 2023
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?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at The JC Green Half, 10K, and 5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
- Race
- The JC Green Half, 10K, and 5K
- Date
- October 4, 2026
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
The 10K is the distance where running stops feeling like a starting point and starts feeling like a sport. Long enough to require a real training block. Short enough that race day is fully manageable for a first-timer who's put in the work.
Race day energy at a 10K is community at its best — strangers cheering you by name, people moving toward the same goal, an atmosphere that solo training can't replicate. It's fast enough that you'll spend the whole race pushing rather than managing your effort.
This is also the distance that builds the base for everything else. Most athletes who go on to run half marathons, do triathlons, or compete in HYROX started here. What you need: running shoes fitted to your stride, a training plan, and the race on your calendar. The registration is what makes the deadline real.
How long to train: 4–8 weeks for most fitness levels.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is The JC Green Half, 10K, and 5K?
- The JC Green Half, 10K, and 5K is a running race held in Jersey City, New Jersey on October 4, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is The JC Green Half, 10K, and 5K?
- Sunday, October 4, 2026 in Jersey City, New Jersey at Lincoln Park Drive and West Side Drive, Jersey City, NJ. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for The JC Green Half, 10K, and 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
The JC Green Half, 10K, and 5K
Oct 4, 2026