Newark Riverfront 6k
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Summer Riverfront 6K : Newark, NJ (August 30, 2026)
The Riverfront 6K Run/Walk is a purpose-driven race held in Newark, New Jersey on August 30, 2026. It is the second race in the Four Seasons Run Series and is organized by the Purpose Runners Foundation in partnership with Insight Run Club, Newark City Parks Foundation, Newark Riverfront Park, and the Town of Harrison.
The event format and distances:
- 6K run/walk
- Kids Fun Run : 1 mile (untimed)
- 2 mile walk (untimed)
The course is described as point-to-point, beginning next to the Sports Illustrated Stadium in Harrison and finishing at Newark Riverfront Park. Event information notes the 6K is USATF certified and described as relatively flat, with laps inside Riverfront Park and two water stations. The event includes chip timing, personalized bibs for registrations made three or more weeks in advance, and finisher medals for all runners. Other listed amenities are marked course, live race results, free professional race photos, a wellness recovery station, live music, sponsor giveaways, and a post-run social experience.
The event supports Kids Cancer Awareness; each registration contributes to that cause. Registration fees are non-refundable and non-transferable. Spots are limited. Bib pickup is managed by event staff and personalized bibs require earlier registration. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
