
The Jersey City Marathon & Half Marathon Marquee Experience at Newport is a running race on April 18, 2027 in Jersey City, NJ, with entry fees from $130 to $170.
From the Organizer
The Jersey City Road Runners (JCRR) in partnership with the City of Jersey City invites you to its 5th Annual Jersey City Marathon and Half Marathon at Newport, taking place April 18, 2027, with a 7:00 AM start time. The marathon and half-marathon will be a USA Track & Field-sanctioned event on a USATF-certified course, one of the fastest and flattest in the United States. Furthermore, runners will have the opportunity to race through Jersey City’s uniquely diverse and culturally rich neighborhoods.
This race will be a 2028 Boston Marathon Qualifying event.
Weather
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
63°
Typical Low
47°
Chance of Rain
38%
Based on US Climate Normals data from New York Cntrl Pk Twr, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
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.
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The Jersey City Marathon & Half Marathon Marquee Experience at Newport
Apr 18, 2027