Running Is Back 10K
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Running Is Back 10K + 5K
Running Is Back 10K + 5K takes place on May 9, 2026, at Lincoln Park in Jersey City, New Jersey. The event began in 2020 as a community and resiliency project and has expanded to include two USATF certified race distances.
The event includes these distances:
- 10K
- 5K
Registration opens January 1, 2026, and closes February 15, 2026. Registration fees listed are $35.00 for the 10K and $30.00 for the 5K. Organizers provide finisher medals for all participants and free race photography. Awards are given to the top three overall male and female finishers and age group awards (top three male and female) for both distances in the following categories: 12 and under; 13-19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; 70 and over.
The course is described as USATF certified and takes place in a scenic park setting. Strollers are not allowed on the course for safety reasons due to its narrow sections. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
