
The JC Green Half, 10K, and 5K
The JC Green Half offers a scenic, fast course through historic Lincoln Park to support a sustainable Jersey City.
Race Date
Oct 4, 2026
Location
Jersey City, NJ
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, October 4, 2026
- Location
- Jersey City, New Jersey
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 6.2 Miles, 3.1 Miles, VIRTUAL ONLY - 5K, VIRTUAL ONLY - 10K, VIRTUAL ONLY - HALF
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The JC Green Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K, now in its 6th year, unfolds within the historic and beautiful Lincoln Park in Jersey City, NJ. This event proudly supports Sustainable Jersey City, an organization dedicated to environmental advocacy and education.
The certified, measured course utilizes paved, unrestricted roads, bridges, and paths, winding past a lake and historic monuments. Runners will complete four loops of a 3.27-mile course for the half marathon, with clear markers and ample support provided by volunteers. Aid stations are positioned every 1.5 to 2 miles, offering water, Gatorade, and gels.
Participants receive a technical t-shirt with male and female cuts, and a personalized bib if registered four weeks in advance. All finishers earn a die-cast medal with a full-color ribbon, and awards are presented to the top three overall finishers. The event promises a lively atmosphere with strong community involvement and a memorable finish line celebration.
Race-provided description
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.
Logistics
Race Day
Sunday, October 4, 2026
Start Time
8:30 AM
Giveaway
T-Shirt
Start Location
Lincoln Park Drive and West Side Drive, Jersey City, NJ, 07304
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Park, Lake River
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Quality Score
first year
no finisher counts yet
small race — neutral
needs a few years of results
3 timing sources
no finisher data yet
no winner time yet
typical high 72°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
55°
Afternoon (High)
72°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.4"
Precipitation
11 mph
Wind
77%
Humidity
Frequently asked
When is the The JC Green Half, 10K, and 5K?
The The JC Green Half, 10K, and 5K is held on Sunday, October 4, 2026, starting at 8:30 AM.
Where does the The JC Green Half, 10K, and 5K take place?
It takes place in Jersey City, New Jersey.
What distances does the The JC Green Half, 10K, and 5K offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 6.2 Miles, 3.1 Miles, VIRTUAL ONLY - 5K, VIRTUAL ONLY - 10K, VIRTUAL ONLY - HALF.
Is the The JC Green Half, 10K, and 5K course flat and good for a PR?
The The JC Green Half, 10K, and 5K is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
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