Haunted Jersey City 5K
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Haunted Jersey City Halloween 5K
Held on 10/31/2026 at the foot of Essex Street and Hudson Street in Jersey City, New Jersey, this event takes place along the waterfront with views of the Manhattan skyline. It includes a timed 5K and a shorter fun run, and participants often wear costumes.
- 5K Run/Walk
- 1 Mile Fun Run
Costumes are highly encouraged and prizes are awarded for Best Overall Costume, Best Group Costume, and Most Creative. Registration for each event opens and closes on specified dates and carries a fee.
Registration details provided by the organizer show the following windows and fees: the 5K registration opens 6/29/2026 and closes 9/7/2026 with a $30.00 fee; the 1 mile registration opens 7/18/2026 and closes 9/7/2026 with a $10.00 fee.
Registration includes professional chip timing, awards for top finishers and age groups, music on course, and free skyline photos. Awards are given to the Top 3 overall male & female finishers and to the Top 3 male & female finishers in each age group: 19 & Under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, and 80+. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
