Jersey City Marathon
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Jersey City Marathon & Half Marathon : Newport, Jersey City (April 19, 2026)
The Jersey City Marathon and Half Marathon returns to Newport in Jersey City, New Jersey on April 19, 2026. This event is presented as the 4th annual full and half marathon and is reported as sold out. Organizers list participation from over 10,000 runners representing more than 50 countries.
The races are described as a USA Track & Field sanctioned event on a USATF certified course. The event is also designated as a qualifying race for the 2027 Boston Marathon. The route runs through a variety of Jersey City neighborhoods and includes waterfront sections and local streets.
Distances
- Full marathon
- Half marathon
Event services and policies include an expo with bib pickup that is included with registration, and entry to the expo is complimentary for registered participants. Refunds are not permitted; deferrals and transfers are offered before March 15, 2026, and an administration fee applies. Switching between the full and half marathon incurs a $25 administration fee and may require payment of any price difference. Bib pickup for another athlete requires that athlete’s confirmation email.
Provisions for athletes with disabilities specify that only push rim wheelchairs are allowed and that wheelchair participants are restricted to the half marathon. Organizers note pace restrictions and course limits for wheelchair competitors due to narrow sections and rail crossings. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
