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City Challenge Race | Jersey City

Name: City Challenge Race | Jersey City
Start: 2026-09-12
End: 2026-09-12
Location: Jersey City

Jersey City, United States • 12 Sep 2026

Event Details

The City Challenge Race in Jersey City will be held on Saturday, September 12, 2026. This will be the 12th year of the event and the only City Challenge event of that year. The course is a 3-mile urban obstacle course featuring over 20 city-style obstacles. The event is described as having no mud.

Event Features

The race offers professional chip timing and awards for top overall finishers. All finishers receive a new medal. Race photos are available for free. The atmosphere is described as high-energy, with the race taking place at the waterfront Colgate Clock Plaza in Jersey City.

Registration

Registration is open to participants aged 12 to 99. Several start waves are listed, including separate Pro Men and Pro Women categories. Pricing is listed at $60 for the pro categories and $50 for other start times. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States New Jersey Jersey City

Race information

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5 km

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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