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Harvest to Horizon Running Festival

Harvest to Horizon Running Festival

Harvest to Horizon Running Festival offers a scenic bay view and ice cream finish.

Race Date

Sep 19, 2026

Location

Cedarville, NJ

Quick facts

Date
Saturday, September 19, 2026
Location
Cedarville, New Jersey
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 3.1 Miles, 1 Miles
Course
Loop Course
Terrain
Road
USATF certified
Not listed
Finishers on record
41

Highlights

Atmosphere

Local CommunityLow KeyGreat Post Race

The Experience

The Harvest to Horizon Running Festival in Cedarville, NJ, is a low-key, community-driven event organized by the Tired Runners Club. Runners navigate a flat, loop course that includes a runway stretch and a rewarding view at Bay Point. The half marathon features aid stations every two miles and concludes with a small ice cream from Frosty's, a sweet finish that matches the event's friendly atmosphere.

Proceeds benefit the Robert V. Hoffman III Memorial Fund, adding purpose to the run. With participants from about 7 states, the festival draws a modest but dedicated crowd. Post-race, runners enjoy medals, t-shirts, and a simple party. While still new, having debuted in 2026, the race already offers a genuine, no-frills experience for those seeking a small-town half marathon with coastal charm.

Race-provided description

Harvest to Horizon Running Festival One day, three events! Options for all levels!

1 mile fun run - great for families and all ages!

5k (3.1 miles) - check out the runway!

Half Marathon (13.1 miles) - the view at Bay Point is almost as sweet as the ice cream at the end!

Post-race party (including a small ice cream from Frosty's), medals & t-shirt! Proceeds donated to Robert V. Hoffman III Memorial Fund 5k & half marathon are timed events.  Awards: Half Marathon: Overall male and female, age group and gender first place; 5k: Overall male and female, age group and gender first place. Aid stations offering water, electrolytes and snacks roughly every 2 miles. Port-o-pots along the course for Code Brown prevention. 

This event is For Runners, By Runners!  Event design by Tired Runners Club. 

Half Marathon Strava Route: https://www.strava.com/routes/3357419714475643838 5k Strava Route:  https://www.strava.com/routes/3345520392290377790

Logistics

Race Day

Saturday, September 19, 2026

Start Time

9:00 AM

Giveaway

T-Shirt

Start Location

345 Main Street, Cedarville, NJ, 08311

Directions

Course Info

Course Type

Loop Course

Terrain

road

Scenery

Small Town

Difficulty

Ultra-Flat

Net Drop/km

0 m (Flat)

Separation

0.0%

Also Offers

3.1 Miles1 Miles

Quality Score

Methodology
Heritage2/20

1 year running

Size8/15

~40 finishers a year

Momentum3/5

small race — neutral

Loyalty0/20

0% returning runners

Course & details5/15

4 timing sources

National draw5/10

runners from 7 states

Front-pack speed1/5

winner 1:33:08

Weather0/10

typical high 77°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

59°

Afternoon (High)

77°

Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively

0.0"

Precipitation

9 mph

Wind

71%

Humidity

Historical Finish Times

How 41 finishers actually crossed the line across 1 year.

Most recent

2025

Total finishers

41

Median time

2:10:15

Latest turnout

41

States

8

10%
25%
75%
90%
1:30p50 median ≈ 2:102:55
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Frequently asked

When is the Harvest to Horizon Running Festival?

The Harvest to Horizon Running Festival is held on Saturday, September 19, 2026, starting at 9:00 AM.

Where does the Harvest to Horizon Running Festival take place?

It takes place in Cedarville, New Jersey.

What distances does the Harvest to Horizon Running Festival offer?

The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 3.1 Miles, 1 Miles.

Is the Harvest to Horizon Running Festival course flat and good for a PR?

The Harvest to Horizon Running Festival is a ultra-flat, loop course course.

How many people run the Harvest to Horizon Running Festival?

HalfRuns has finish records for 41 runners who have completed the Harvest to Horizon Running Festival.

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