Jefferson
Walking Events Calendar near Jefferson 2026-2027
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Explore the top walking events near Jefferson for 2026-2027! We've gathered 71 great walks in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local walk.
July 2026
Walkers can take a 2 Miles route around scenic Packanack Lake, starting at 6 Osborne Terrace, Wayne NJ, with refreshments and T shirt giveaways to the first 200 pre registered.
August 2026
Walkers follow a single 5k loop from the Oak Ridge Park parking lot in Clark NJ around Oak Ridge Park and finish behind the grassy staging area. Packet pickup and post event party are on the grass by the main yellow house; parking is nearby.
Walkers can complete a 1 Miles course on city streets starting at 101 Walnut Street in Montclair, passing sidewalks with cheering crowds. Walks run alongside the running races in a block party setting with DJ vibes and local vendors near Montclai..
Untimed memorial 5K walk alongside the timed 5K run, starting at VFW Post 1302 at 300 Belgrove Drive, Kearny NJ. The family friendly course honors veterans with a patriotic atmosphere, refreshments and post event festivities for walkers.
September 2026
Self guided walks from Masker's Barn at Watchung Reservation with MapMyRun maps including 6 Mile, 3 Mile, 2 Mile on varied trails; bring water and sturdy shoes.
The Fun Walk is a 1 Miles route starting at Duke Island Park, 191 Old York Road, Bridgewater NJ, on a flat paved course. Registration includes a t shirt for the first 150 registrants, plus music, donated food and an abundant amount of water and s..
Walkers follow a 3.1 Miles hybrid course from Hershfield Park in Pompton Lakes, NJ, crossing fields, trails, roads and a pipeline path. The course is well marked with marshals and a single water stop at the course center; same day registration ru..
A 1 Mile health walk loops around Verona Park on park paths and nearby streets. The start area is Verona Park at Lakeside Ave and Bloomfield Ave and the walk is offered alongside the 5K race.
Walkers can use the 5K course beginning at One Boardwalk in Sparta along scenic Lake Mohawk, with same day registration available and race bibs and goody bags on race morning.
Walkers can choose a 2 km PupStrut or 1 mile fun walk in Hillsborough, NJ alongside the 5K and 10K, with finish line treats, music and family friendly entertainment.
Walkers follow the 5k on two loops around the reservoir behind Turtle Back Zoo, starting near the zoo, with packet pickup, post race party at the pavilion and parking.
Walkers follow the 5K route starting at Cherry Blossom Welcome Center in Branch Brook Park, Newark, on a flat USATF certified scenic course through historic parklands. The event includes music, professional photography and a festival finish along..
Walkers can choose 5K or 1 mile Color Run at Borough Hall, 141 Gould Ave, North Caldwell, with packet pickup day before or morning of event and color packets.
Walkers can choose a 5K route or a shorter 1 Miles family walk, both starting and ending at City Hall, 900 Clifton Ave, Clifton NJ. T shirts are guaranteed for participants registered by September 13 and refreshments follow the event.
Walkers can take the non competitive, untimed 5K route at Orange Reservoir Pavilion near 11 Cherry Lane, West Orange, NJ, alongside the running races. The event features a family festival with a live DJ, free food and kids activities.
Walkers can choose a 5K or a 1 Mile kids fun walk at Wildwood Elementary School in Mountain Lakes NJ, with a virtual 5K option, stroller friendly start at the back.