Starting and finishing in the Newport neighborhood of Jersey City, the half marathon course will take you on a tour of historic Jersey City and will feature world-class views of the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, and the stunning Manhattan skyline. You'll see a little less on the 5K course, but what you see will have you coming back for more.
These fast, flat courses are ideal for beating your PR. Post-race, we'll celebrate your accomplishments with refreshments, music and more.
This race was formerly known as the Newport Liberty Half Marathon and 5K.
The race starts and finishes in the Newport section of funky and historic Jersey City, and features iconic views of NYC and the Statue Of Liberty. Fast, flat, and, of course, *USATF-certified.
Mile marker clocks will be present at every mile and there will be split points at the 5K, 10K and 10 mile marks for half marathoners.
Pacers provided by the Marlboro Running Club for the following half marathon goal times: 1:25, 1:30, 1:45, 2:00, 2:15, 2:30, 2:45, and 3:00. The Marlboro Running Club is based out of Marlboro township in Central New Jersey. There are currently over 280 members. The Marlboro Running club is for runners on all levels to chat, learn, share, motivate and RUN. They even have supervised group runs for kid.
*All NYCRUNS courses are USATF certified.
NYCRUNS uses a pace-based corral system. You will line up for the Start in the Corral printed on your bib. Your Corral will be based on the pace you entered at the time of registration. Corrals will line up from AA through F. Both the 5K and half marathon will start in the corrals together.
Each Corral will have its own separate start. Please follow event staff instructions and wait for the announcer prompt and start horn for your corral. Don’t worry about your time. Your official chip timing will begin when you cross the start line.
Bag Check (opens at 6:00 AM at Lighthouse Point) - If you plan on checking your gear, you must use one single clear bag. If your bag isn't clear, NYCRUNS will provide you with a clear bag (18" x 24") when you check your gear.
You may not put another full bag/backpack/briefcase filled with gear inside the clear bag that NYCRUNS provides. All items must fit inside one clear bag. NYCRUNS reserves the right to search the contents in your bag at any time.
Restrooms (open at 6:00 AM in multiple locations) - Portable restrooms will be available for use throughout the event.
Hydration - Water and electrolyte fluids will be available along the course and at the Finish.
Post-Race Refreshments - Further hydration, Bagels (with a schmear, of course), and fresh fruit will be available to refresh and replenish you after in the Finish Area.
Swag - The giveaway for this race will be a medal for both 5K and Half Marathon runners (at the Finish) and a tech shirt. You have two options to pick up your shirt: Friday, September 27 between 4:00 PM - 7:30 PM or Race Day / Saturday, September 28 between 6:00 AM - 7:30 AM. Shirt pick up will be at Elephant Park in Newport, Jersey City.
If necessary, you can pick up your shirt immediately after the race, though that’s not recommended. To cut down on waste we try not to over-order shirts, so sizes are not guaranteed. If you have your heart set on a size, we recommend picking up your shirt Friday, September 27, or race morning, at the latest.
Photos - You will receive an email from MarathonFoto several days after the race with information about your complimentary finish line photo and details on how to purchase photos of your entire run along the course. You can also sign up for the photo package at checkout and get them at the best price.
See chart below. NYCRUNS members receive a 25% discount on this race, race withdrawal rights, and other perks. You can become a member when you check out.
Race Credit may be used to pay for up to 50% of this race.
Race day registration (if available) is online only.
| Half Marathon | Members | Non-Members |
| Through 5/8 | $67.50 | $90 |
| Through 6/9 | $75 | $100 |
| Through 7/24 | $82.50 | $110 |
| Through 9/5 | $90 | $120 |
| Through 9/18 | $101.25 | $135 |
| Until Online Registration Ends | $117.25 | $150 |
| 5K | Members | Non-Members |
| Through 5/8 | $37.50 | $50 |
| Through 6/9 | $41.25 | $55 |
| Through 7/24 | $45 | $60 |
| Through 9/5 | $48.75 | $65 |
| Through 9/18 | $52.50 | $70 |
| Until Online Registration Ends | $56.25 | $75 |
You have two options to pick up your bib (if you didn't receive it in the mail):
Friday, September 27 between 4:00 PM - 7:30 PM at Elephant Park in Newport, Jersey City. NOTE - this is the best option to avoid delays on race morning.
Race Day / Saturday, September 28 between 6:00 AM - 7:30 AM at Elephant Park in Newport, Jersey City.
If you want to switch distances, you can do so on your NYCRUNS dashboard if you are moving from the Half to the 5K. If you want to switch from the 5K to the Half, you will need to contact customer service. You may only switch distances if the distance you are looking to switch to is not sold out. If you change distances, you will need to pick up your appropriate distance bib on race day at the Bib Pick-Up tent.Runners who participate with a bib designated for a different distance (e.g., you run the 5K with a Half Marathon bib or vice versa) will not be scored, eligible for awards or appear in race results.
Gear up with a limited-edition New Jersey Half Marathon cap and/or our exclusive "In Training" shirt. Both cost $40 and are available at checkout.
Results will be emailed and the full results will be posted on our Results Page after the race. If you do not see your result online or receive an email with your finish time, please fill out this form.
Awards will be given to the top three male, female and non-binary runners overall in each race.
Age group awards in the 5K will be awarded to the top three in each the following age groups: 9 and under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69 and 70 and over.
Age group awards in the half marathon will be awarded to the top three in each of the following age groups: 19 and under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-29 and 80 and over.
Read more about our awards' policies here.
Within the Half Marathon division, athletes meeting the following criteria will be eligible for prize money:
Prize money will be distributed as follows:
First Place: $1,000
Second Place: $500
Third Place: $250
Fourth Place: $200
Fifth Place: $150
Sixth - Tenth Place: $100
The NYCRUNS Local Elite Race Entry Program provides any athlete competing in select NYCRUNS half marathons* who meet the criteria outlined below with complimentary entry to all NYCRUNS races (excluding the NYCRUNS Brooklyn Half Marathon) for a one-year period from the date of the race that the criteria are met.
*Qualifying events include the New Jersey Half Marathon at Newport, NYCRUNS Falling Leaves Half Marathon, NYCRUNS Big Apple Half Marathon, and NYCRUNS Central Park Half Marathon.
Please fill out this form if you are eligible.
We recommend taking the PATH TRAIN to Newport Station, which is the closet stop to Bib & Shirt Pick-Up, Bag Check, the Start Corrals, and the Finish Area.
If you're DRIVING to the race, use the Newport North Garage (561 Washington Boulevard, Jersey City) as the address for directions via Google Maps or any other wayfinding app. You can also use the address of one of the other parking lots listed below.
Due to multiple road closures and limited street parking, it's best to use PARKING LOTS west of Washington Boulevard which are closest to the Start and Finish, including:
Sonesta Simply Suites Jersey City
21 2nd Street, Jersey City , NJ 07302
(201) 659- 2500
The standard no-refunds, no-transfers policy applies.
NYCRUNS members can withdraw for race credit. See details here.
Strollers and dogs are not allowed in NYCRUNS races.
You may be disqualified if earbuds or headphones hinder your awareness.
All NYCRUNS races have time limits. You must remain on pace to finish within the time limit to receive course support and an official finish time. If you fall behind pace and are directed off the course by a race marshal, please follow the instruction given for safety purposes.
Please familiarize yourself with our complete rules of competition.