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Cumberland County Historical Running Festival at Greenwich

Date:
Sat, Apr 18, 2026 at 8:30 AM
Location:
839 Ye Greate St
Greenwich Township, New Jersey
08323
United States
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1 Miles 10 Miles 10k 5k Run Walk

Celebrate the rich history of one of South Jersey's oldest towns as you run the quiet streets of Greenwich New Jersey. The route takes you through scenic farmland and past quaint historical buildings. The race starts and ends at the Gibbon House. Proceeds from the race help support the Cumberland County Historical Society.

*After the race stick around for the awards and post race party. We will have a food truck on site. We also encourage you to visit some of the wonderful museums the town has to offer. This race will kick off the opening weekend of 2025. We will have giveaways and free tours.

This year we added a 13.1 distance

*Courses are flat and fast. Only 92 ft of elevation on the 10 miler and 123ft on the half!

***Courses are in the process of being certified.

Awards: Top 3 male and female overall

Age group awards (under 15, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49,50-59,60-69, 70+)

Finisher Medals and Shirts (sign up by 4/10 to be guaranteed a shirt) included with registration.

Race Day Schedule

  • 7:30 Checkin Starts

  • 8:30 13.1, 10 mile/10k starts

  • 8:35 5k/ 1 mile starts

  • Award ceremonies will begin as each race finishes

  • Post race party with food and drinks

Charity Partner: Cumberland County Historical Society

The society has preserved 18th century buildings and has organized a walking tour that brings to life the unhurried atmosphere of Old Greenwich, site of New Jersey's Tea Party. Come visit the town that time forgot. See the Tea Burner's Monument (Market Ln. & Ye Greate St., Greenwich), 1730 Gibbon House Museum, Red Barn Museum, Swedish Log Granary, Maritime Museum, Prehistorical Museum and Lummis Genealogical and Research Library. Spend the day or an afternoon learning about the region and times gone by.

After the race we will have a food truck on site. We also encourage to enjoy the numerous local museums.

Race Is presented by Even Kiel Racing

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