The March Madness Half Marathon, 10K, 5K

Name: The March Madness Half Marathon, 10K, 5K
Start: 2026-03-15T13:30:00Z

Date:: Sun, Mar 15, 2026 at 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Location:: 92 Thomas Carmichael Dr
Newark, New Jersey
07114
United States
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Tags:: 10k 13.1 Miles 5k Half Marathon Run

Join us for the MARCH MADNESS HALF MARATHON, 10K, 5K run festival in beautiful Weequahic Park, ESSEX COUNTY, Newark, NJ. The course is mostly on well-maintained paved paths through wooded sections that border a picturesque lake. The paved surface is mostly a rubber track (amazing!!) and is made for uber fan support, just long enough to keep you interested and so that anyone going long gets support from family and friends each time they make a pass at the start and finish line .... and turn around point of the race. The race is fully supported with 3 expertly managed support stations with Gatorade, water, and gels. Live timing and live tracking so that we can see your progress on a digital map throughout the entire event. Live streaming of the finish line with photography and finisher videos for all. Add to this some really big and beautiful finisher medals, soft and comfortable technical t-shirts, and food and beverages to go along with the music and fun at our always memorable awards

ceremony. So, don't wait, this race will sell out. Join us now and make it happen at the MARCH MADNESS HALF MARATHON, 10K, 5k run festival.

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Join us for the 4th Annual Kean University Founders 5K to celebrate Kean University's inception in 1855!

Sunday, April 12th, 2026

Check in: 7:30am

Race Start: 9:00am

Location: Campus Course, North...

Join us for the 4th Annual Kean University Founders 5K to celebrate Kean University's inception in 1855!

Sunday, April 12th, 2026

Check in: 7:30am

Race Start: 9:00am

Location: Campus Course, North Avenue Entrance

1000 Morris Ave, Union, NJ 07083

Course Description: Flat & paved 2 loop course

Packet Pickup:

Skip the check in line on Sunday morning! All runners and walkers can pick up their race shirt and bib on Saturday 4/11 from 10:00am-2:00pm in Kean's North Avenue Academic Building Lobby (Google Maps)!

USATF Certified: 26-07-161984

Age Groups:

14 and Under

15 to 19

20 to 24

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30 to 34

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50 to 54

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80 and Over

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🌸 Celebrate 50 Years of Racing Among the Blossoms! 🌸

We proudly present the 50th Annual Essex County Cherry Blossom 10K -USATF Team Coed Run set in the iconic Branch Brook Park.

This year isn’t just...

🌸 Celebrate 50 Years of Racing Among the Blossoms! 🌸

We proudly present the 50th Annual Essex County Cherry Blossom 10K -USATF Team Coed Run set in the iconic Branch Brook Park.

This year isn’t just another race—it’s a celebration of five decades of running tradition. Dash beneath the breathtaking historic cherry tree groves at peak bloom and experience one of New Jersey’s most spectacular natural settings in a way only runners can. Whether you’re chasing a PR or soaking in the scenery, this anniversary edition promises an unforgettable race-day experience.

🏃‍♀️ Registration Fees

$45 – Pre-Registrants

$40 – USATF-NJ Member Pre-Registrants

$50 – Race Day Registration

All sales are final. No refunds for any reason.

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(Under the large tent — please follow posted signs)

Come be part of history. Run the blossoms. Celebrate 50 years. 🌸🏁

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Saturday, April 25, 2026

8K Road Race | 1.5 Mile Run/Walk | Liz Kid's Run

The ELIZABETH 8K is a family-friendly event with a competitive edge, held each spring in Charlotte, NC. Celebrating its...

Saturday, April 25, 2026

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The ELIZABETH 8K is a family-friendly event with a competitive edge, held each spring in Charlotte, NC. Celebrating its 40th anniversary, the race has become a beloved local tradition, drawing more than 1,300 runners in recent years to experience one of the city’s oldest and most beautiful neighborhoods.

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BENEFICIARIES. Proceeds benefit the beautification of the Elizabeth Community Association, and TreesCharlotte, a public/private nonprofit dedicated to growing, diversifying, and stewarding Charlotte’s iconic urban forest.

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🏁 Choose Your Challenge:

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🥉 3rd Place – $75

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Parking:

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📞 For more info, call 973.266.5480.

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