Running Races in New Jersey
New Jersey has 534 upcoming running races scheduled for 2026. The calendar runs year-round — busiest in June, September, and October, quietest in February, March, and May. No single city dominates the calendar. Camden leads with 56 races, followed by Jersey City (12), Atlantic City (10), and Bridgewater (10). The remaining 84% of the calendar is spread across smaller cities.
Running races by month in New Jersey
Oct (102) · Sep (99) · Jun (90) · Jul (71) · Nov (67) · Aug (47) · Dec (25) · Jan (9) · Apr (9) · May (7) · Feb (4) · Mar (4)
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Nicky's Run 5K & Family Fun Walk
EASTAMPTON/WHEREVER YOU WANT, NJ
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Nicky's Run 5K & Family Fun Walk
June 13, 2026
EASTAMPTON/WHEREVER YOU WANT, NJ
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The 8th Annual Moorestown Paddle Board/Kayak Race & Family Festival
June 13, 2026
Moorestown, NJ
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The Dean Randazzo Cancer Foundation's 2026 Paddle for a Cause
June 13, 2026
Ventnor City, NJ
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South jersey run club
Atlantic City, NJ
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South jersey run club
June 13, 2026
Atlantic City, NJ
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43rd Annual Montclair Run
Montclair, NJ
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43rd Annual Montclair Run
June 13, 2026
Montclair, NJ
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Annual 5K Run/Walk for Dementia Awareness by the Act Now Foundation
June 13, 2026
Jersey City, NJ
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2026 Flag Day- 1 Mile Walk / 5K Fun Run for Veterans/ Mayor Stephen Dalina's
June 14, 2026
Monroe Township, NJ
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Monmouth County's Stars & Strides Flag Day 5K & 1-Mile Freedom Walk
June 14, 2026
Holmdel, NJ
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The Education Foundation of South Brunswick - Tour de South Brunswick
June 14, 2026
Monmouth Junction, NJ
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Running Races in Nearby States
Frequently asked questions
How do I find running races near me?▾
Enter your zip code on RACE or use the location-based pages at /marathons-near-me, /half-marathons-near-me, /10k-near-me, or /5k-near-me. We show every upcoming running event within your selected radius, sorted by distance from you.
What's the most popular running distance in the US?▾
By a wide margin, the 5K. The half marathon is the most popular distance over 10 miles. Each distance has its own hub on RACE — /5k-races, /10k-races, /half-marathons, /marathons — with live event counts and state-by-state breakdowns.
When is running race season in the US?▾
June is the single busiest month for running events. The June–October stretch carries roughly 70% of the year’s running calendar. December through March is the quietest period — most regions don’t publish next year’s spring races until late winter, so the calendar grows back as race directors finalize dates.
Which states have the most running races?▾
Ohio, Florida, Texas, Michigan, and California lead the country in upcoming running event volume. Every state hosts dozens of upcoming races — including smaller states like Wyoming, Vermont, and North Dakota. The "Browse by state" grid on this page links to a dedicated running hub for every state.
How do I register for a running race?▾
For RACE-native events, you can register and pay on this site. For events hosted on external platforms (RunSignUp, RaceRoster, and similar), we link you directly to the official registration page. Either way, you find the race here.