3 Days at the Fair - Augusta NJ

Augusta, United States • 11-17 May 2026

NJ Trail Series - 3 Days at the Fair (May 11–17, 2026)

This multi-day event takes place at the Sussex County Fairgrounds in Augusta, New Jersey from May 11 to May 17, 2026. It offers a range of timed events and standalone distances including Marathon and 50K, plus multi-hour timed races (including 144, 72, 48, 24, 12 and 6 hour options). Online registration closes in early May and day-of registration is available. Entry fees increase in stages before the event, with higher day-of prices. A partial refund (50%) is available up to eight weeks before the race; transfers are allowed with organizer notification.

Course, facilities and rules

The course is a certified 1.000 mile loop on pavement and crushed gravel (about 5% gravel) with a special start/finish area for Marathon and 50K finishes. Timing uses a MyLaps ProChip system and runners wear an ankle chip that must be returned at race end. The course is lit at night and a live display shows laps completed and racer position. Aid station facilities include hot and cold food, vegetarian and vegan options, a walk-in refrigerator and access to a kitchen. The fairgrounds provide heated restrooms with showers, ample parking, grassy camping areas (tent and RV spots available for a fee) and electrical outlets on poles. Pacers and trekking poles are not allowed. Pets on leash are permitted on the fairgrounds. Awards include top-three male and female recognitions for timed races, lifetime-mileage coins, and event-specific belt buckles and coins. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

144 km
144 Hour Race
72 km
72 Hour Race
48 km
48 Hour Race
24 km
24 Hour Race
12 km
12 Hour Race
6 km
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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