Cumberland County Historical Running Festival at Greenwich

Race Overview

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.

Post-Race Activities

• Awards Ceremony: After the race stick around for the awards.
• Post Race Party: We will have a food truck on site.
• Museums: We encourage you to visit some of the wonderful museums the town has to offer.
• Giveaways: This race will kick off the opening weekend of 2026 with giveaways and free tours.

Race Details

• Distance: This year we added a 13.1 distance.
• Terrain: Courses are flat and fast, with only 92 ft of elevation on the 10 miler and 123 ft on the half!
• Awards: Top 3 male and female overall.
• Age Group Awards: Awards will be given for categories under 15, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70+.

Finisher Medals and Shirts

(Sign up by 4/1 to be guaranteed a shirt) included with registration.

Race Day Schedule

• Parking: Parking will be at the library at 981 Ye Greate St. It is about 500ft from the start area.
• Check-In: 7:30 Check-in starts.
• Race Starts: 8:30 for 13.1, 10 mile/10k: 8:35 for 5k/1 mile starts.
• Awards Ceremony: Award ceremonies will begin as each race finishes.
• Post Race Party: Post race party with food and drinks.

Charity Partner

Cumberland County Historical Society has preserved 18th century buildings and 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.

Additional Information

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

The race is presented by Even Kiel Racing.

Registration Link

Register here