3 Days at the Fair - Augusta NJ

Augusta, United States • 11-17 May 2026

Event overview

The NJ Trail Series "3 Days at the Fair" is a multi-day timed running event held at the Sussex County Fairgrounds in Augusta, NJ. The event offers a range of timed races and ultra distances on an exact 1.000 mile loop. The certified loop is paved and crushed gravel (about 5% gravel). The certified marathon course is listed as a Boston qualifier. Results and past years' data are maintained for reference.

Race options and rules

  • 144-hour timed race
  • 72-hour timed race
  • 48-hour timed race
  • 24-hour timed race
  • 12-hour timed race
  • 6-hour timed race
  • Marathon and 50K options (can be run during the event)

Laps are counted with a MyLaps ProChip system; runners wear an ankle chip that must be returned after the event. Only completed laps count. Pacers and trekking poles are not allowed. Multiple registered runners may run together.

Course, facilities and awards

The loop is lit at night. A live display shows laps and position. The aid station operates throughout the event and offers hot and cold food, with special veggie and vegan options; participants and crew can access the kitchen and walk-in refrigerator. Heated restrooms and showers are available on site. Grassy tenting and RV parking are available for a fee. Awards include local artwork for the top three men and women in each timed race, lifetime mileage coins for milestone totals, and event-specific awards such as belt buckles and coins for marathon, 50K and Quadzilla achievements. Pets on leash are allowed on the fairgrounds. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

144 hr
144 Hour Race
72 hr
72 Hour Race
48 hr
48 Hour Race
24 hr
24 Hour Race
12 hr
12 Hour Race
6 hr
6 Hour Race
50 km
Quadzilla - Run 4 Marathons or 50ks
50 km
Marathon or 50k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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