Trail Night NJ
- Date
- July 8, 2026
- Location
- 374 Walker Rd, West Orange, NJ
- Distance
- Kids Trail Run · 5K Open Trail Run
From the Organizer
Trail Night NJ is a Wednesday night 5K on the trails at South Mountain Reservation. Simple setup, good course, and a fun atmosphere to run hard or just get out there. We’ll have a central start/finish area with a DJ, vendors, and food trucks, so you can hang before and after your race without needing to bounce around.
Kids Race (~1/2 mile) (5:45 PM): Short, fun, low-pressure race
5K Trail Race (6:05 PM Start): A fun, flowing course with a 100-minute cutoff (all runners off course by 7:45 PM)
- All Levels Welcome: Competitive runners, first-timers, joggers, and walkers
- Participant Giveaway: All registered runners receive a Trail Night NJ Premium cotton blend tee and the top 3 finishers in each age group will receive a Trail Night pint glass
- Central Event Hub: DJ, vendors, food trucks, and brand activations at the start/finish
- Post-Race Hangout: Stick around, grab food, and enjoy the summer night atmosphere
Event Schedule:
- 5:00 PM – Check-in opens, DJ + vendors live
- 5:45 PM – Kids Race (15 minutes)
- 6:05 PM – 5K Trail Race Start
- 7:45 PM – All runners off course
- 7:00–7:50 PM – Awards + After Party
- 8:00 PM – Event concludes
Trail Night NJ is designed to be easy to show up to, easy to race, and easy to enjoy. No complicated logistics—just a great course, a strong community, and a summer night on the trails.
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
86°
Typical Low
64°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Essex Fells Service Bldg, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About West Orange, NJ
Elevation
626 ft
Nearest Airport
EWR
Newark Liberty International Airport · 8 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Trail Night NJ?
- Trail Night NJ is a running race held in West Orange, New Jersey on July 8, 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 Trail Night NJ?
- Wednesday, July 8, 2026 in West Orange, New Jersey at 374 Walker Rd, West Orange, NJ. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Trail Night NJ?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Trail Night NJ
Jul 8, 2026