Running Is Back 10K

MAY

9

2026

The Running Is Back 10K + 5K returns to Jersey City's Lincoln Park on May 9, 2026. This community-focused event offers both a 10K and a 5K race, with finisher medals for all. It's a scenic run timed for Mother’s Day weekend.

Sat 9 May 2026

Jersey City, New Jersey

Website Registration

10 kilometers 5 kilometers

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Event Overview

The Running Is Back 10K + 5K is a running event scheduled for Saturday, May 9, 2026, during Mother’s Day weekend. The event started in 2020 and takes place in Lincoln Park in Jersey City, New Jersey.

Distances

The event offers two distances:

A 10K race.
A 5K race. The 10K starts first, with the 5K starting a few minutes later.

Location and Course

The race is held in Lincoln Park. The course is described as scenic and runner-friendly.

Event Details

All participants receive a finisher medal. The event also features free race photography and aims to foster a community atmosphere with runners, families, and supporters.

Pricing is listed as $40 for the 10K and $35 for the 5K, with prices increasing after March 15, 2026. More information is available on the event's external website. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

10 km

10k Race

5 km

5k Race