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Mcw Branch Brook Classic

Name: Mcw Branch Brook Classic
Start: 2025-05-03
End: 2025-05-03
Location: Newark

Newark, United States • 3 May 2025

The MCW Branch Brook Classic is a running event taking place at Branch Brook Park in Newark, NJ, featuring 3-hour and 6-hour races. Set against the backdrop of the Cherry Blossom Festival, participants will navigate a flat 2-mile loop designed for speed and comfort. The event aims to raise funds for MissionCleanWater, a non-profit dedicated to improving access to safe drinking water in communities. With a limited capacity of 50 participants, the race encourages runners of all levels to join, whether for competition or leisure. Aid stations will be available, and participants can bring their own supplies and support crews. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States New Jersey Newark

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6 hr

6 hour

3 hr

3 Hour

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

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