You can run New Jersey half-marathon events in Atlantic City, Cape May, Clinton, Fort Hancock, Franklin Lakes, Hewitt, Jersey City, Lake Hopatcong, Maplewood, Millville, Morris Township, Ocean City, Paramus, Princeton, Robbinsville, Rochelle Park, Seaside Heights, Sussex, Tuckerton, Union County, Wildwood Crest, and Williamstown.
Upcoming Half Marathons Near Sussex, NJ
Browse all New Jersey Half Marathons in 2026 & 2027 by month and by city below. For each race, you’ll find the history of the half marathon and the course, the most recent year’s course maps, elevation profiles, runner reviews, pricing, and how to sign up.
We dedicate hours every month searching for races to include in the New Jersey Half Marathons calendar. If you happen to see any half marathon not included, contact us at [email protected] to submit your race.
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June 6, 2026
100-500 runners
Sussex, New Jersey
- Half Marathon, Marathon, Road
June 20, 2026
100-500 runners
Randolph, New Jersey
- 10K, 5k, Half Marathon, Trail
September 27, 2026
100-500 runners
Franklin Lakes, New Jersey
- 5k, Half Marathon, Trail
Running in New Jersey
FAQ
What are the most popular New Jersey half marathons?
The two most popular New Jersey half marathons are the Newport Liberty Half Marathon with 2,798 finishers in 2023 and the Jersey City Half Marathon with 2,674 finishers in 2023.
What are the best New Jersey half marathons for beginners in 2026?
The New Jersey half marathons we most frequently recommend for beginners are:
The Newport Liberty Half Marathon: A NYCRUNs production and is run by many New Jersey and New York runners as practice for the New York City Marathon. One of the more scenic courses you’ll find in New Jersey.
The Jersey City Half Marathon: The inaugural year of the Jersey City Half Marathon running was in 2023, with a flat course and high production quality – this race has a lot to contribute.
Which New Jersey cities have half marathons?
