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4th Annual  ·  Sunday, April 19, 2026  ·  7:00 AM Start
Jersey City Residents,
Employees & Visitors
The 4th Annual Jersey City Marathon and Half Marathon takes place on Sunday, April 19, 2026. We thank you for your support and understanding as we undertake this community event. Below you will find key information to minimize the impact on the day of the race.
Race Date
Sunday, April 19, 2026
Start Time
7:00 AM
Roads Reopen
4:00 PM
No Parking Begins
Sat, Apr 18 · 4:00 PM
Recommendations for Residents, Employees & Visitors
⚠ Please avoid traveling in the vicinity of the Jersey City Medical Center (Jersey Avenue and Grand Street), unless absolutely necessary.
⛵ Ferry service will run between Port Liberté, Paulus Hook, and Hoboken from 6 AM to 2 PM on Sunday, April 19th. Please see schedule below.
(NY Waterways does not have this listed, as it is a private charter.)
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Plan Ahead
Review the marathon route and street closure information in advance to plan your travel accordingly.
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Move Your Vehicle
Ensure vehicles are not parked on restricted streets to avoid towing. Cars must be moved no later than Saturday, April 18 by 4:00 PM (Newport Pkwy. by 1:00 PM).
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Stay Informed
Check local news outlets and the official marathon website for any updates or changes leading up to the event.
By staying informed and planning ahead, residents can minimize disruptions and enjoy the community spirit that the marathon brings to Jersey City. 🏃
⚠ Subject to Change — Check Back for Updates
🚫 Street Closures & No Parking
On Sunday, April 19, 2026, streets along the marathon route will be closed to vehicular traffic from 6:00 AM to 3:00 PM. No-parking restrictions begin Saturday evening. All vehicles must be moved prior to the deadlines below to avoid ticketing and towing.
No Parking Begins Sat, April 18 at 4:00 PMNewport Pkwy. starts at 1:00 PM
Road Closures Begin Sun, April 19 · 6:00 AM
(Washington Blvd: 3:00 AM)
✅ Streets Reopen / Parking Resumes Sun, April 19 · 3:00 PM
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Vehicles not moved by the posted deadlines will be towed. Review the list below carefully and move your vehicle to an alternate parking location before restrictions go into effect.
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Washington Blvd. closes at 3:00 AM on race day — earlier than all other streets. Move your vehicle well before midnight on Saturday, April 18.
No Parking: Sat, April 18 — Sun, April 19 at 3:00 PM · Both Sides Unless Noted
#1
Washington Blvd./Street
From Park Lane North to Grand Street
Both Sides
⚠ No Parking: Sat Apr 18, 4:00 PM – Sun Apr 19, 3:00 PM
Road closes at 3:00 AM race day
#2
18th Street
From Park Lane North to Grove Street
Both Sides
No Parking: Sat Apr 18, 4:00 PM – Sun Apr 19, 3:00 PM
#3
Grove Street
From 18th Street to Grand Street
Both Sides
No Parking: Sat Apr 18, 4:00 PM – Sun Apr 19, 3:00 PM
#4
16th Street
From Grove Street to Marin Blvd.
Both Sides
No Parking: Sat Apr 18, 4:00 PM – Sun Apr 19, 3:00 PM
#5
Newport Pkwy.
From Washington Blvd. to North Blvd.
Both Sides
⏰ No Parking starts earlier: Sat Apr 18, 1:00 PM – Sun Apr 19, 3:00 PM
#6
Christopher Columbus Drive
From Washington Street to Jersey Ave.
Both Sides
No Parking: Sat Apr 18, 4:00 PM – Sun Apr 19, 3:00 PM
#7
Marin Blvd.
From 18th Street to Grand Street
Both Sides
No Parking: Sat Apr 18, 4:00 PM – Sun Apr 19, 3:00 PM
#8
9th Street
From Grove/Manila St. to Erie St.
Both Sides
No Parking: Sat Apr 18, 4:00 PM – Sun Apr 19, 3:00 PM
#9
Grove Street / Manila Street
From 9th Street to Grand Street
Both Sides
No Parking: Sat Apr 18, 4:00 PM – Sun Apr 19, 3:00 PM
#10
Erie Street
From 9th Street to Newark Ave.
Both Sides
No Parking: Sat Apr 18, 4:00 PM – Sun Apr 19, 3:00 PM
#11
8th Street
From Grove/Manila St. to Jersey Ave.
Both Sides
No Parking: Sat Apr 18, 4:00 PM – Sun Apr 19, 3:00 PM
#12
7th Street
From Grove/Manila St. to Jersey Ave.
Both Sides
No Parking: Sat Apr 18, 4:00 PM – Sun Apr 19, 3:00 PM
#13
Grand Street
From Garfield Avenue to Warren Street
Both Sides
No Parking: Sat Apr 18, 4:00 PM – Sun Apr 19, 3:00 PM
#14
Garfield Avenue
From Grand Street to Caven Point Ave.
Both Sides
No Parking: Sat Apr 18, 4:00 PM – Sun Apr 19, 3:00 PM
#15
Johnston Avenue
From Pacific Avenue to Communipaw Avenue
Both Sides
No Parking: Sat Apr 18, 4:00 PM – Sun Apr 19, 3:00 PM
#16
Caven Point Road
From Morris Pesin Drive to Linden Avenue East
Both Sides
No Parking: Sat Apr 18, 4:00 PM – Sun Apr 19, 3:00 PM
#17
Linden Avenue
From Caven Point Road to Princeton Avenue
Both Sides
No Parking: Sat Apr 18, 4:00 PM – Sun Apr 19, 3:00 PM
#18
Princeton Avenue
From Linden Avenue East to Gates Avenue
Both Sides
No Parking: Sat Apr 18, 4:00 PM – Sun Apr 19, 3:00 PM
#19
Neptune Avenue
From Princeton Avenue to Garfield Avenue
Both Sides
No Parking: Sat Apr 18, 4:00 PM – Sun Apr 19, 3:00 PM
#20
Garfield Avenue
From Gates Avenue to Grand Street
Both Sides
📍 Note: Garfield Ave. traffic diverted onto Ocean Ave.
No Parking: Sat Apr 18, 4:00 PM – Sun Apr 19, 3:00 PM
#21
Burma Road
From Morris Pesin Drive to Thomas McGovern Drive
Both Sides
No Parking: Sat Apr 18, 4:00 PM – Sun Apr 19, 3:00 PM
#22
Phillip Street
From Thomas McGovern Drive to Aubrey Zapp Drive
Both Sides
No Parking: Sat Apr 18, 4:00 PM – Sun Apr 19, 3:00 PM
#23
Jersey Ave.
From Aubrey Zapp Drive to Grand Street
Both Sides
No Parking: Sat Apr 18, 4:00 PM – Sun Apr 19, 3:00 PM
#24
Greene Street
From Grand Street to 2nd Street
Both Sides
No Parking: Sat Apr 18, 4:00 PM – Sun Apr 19, 3:00 PM
LEGEND:   ■ Red border = Earlier road closure (Washington Blvd. — 3:00 AM)    ■ Orange border = Earlier no-parking start (Newport Pkwy. — 1:00 PM Sat)
⚠ PLEASE AVOID TRAVELING IN THE VICINITY OF THE JERSEY CITY MEDICAL CENTER (JERSEY AVENUE AND GRAND STREET), UNLESS ABSOLUTELY NECESSARY.
📅 Cars must be moved to alternate parking sites prior to 4:00 AM Sunday, April 19. All cars must be removed from school lots by 11:59 PM on Sunday, April 19.
🚗 Alternate Parking Locations
The following Jersey City schools and other parking sites will make their parking lots available to residents whose normal street parking location is prohibited due to the running of the marathon.
Access to the following Jersey City Public School parking lots for the Jersey City Marathon is from Friday, April 17, 2026 starting at 6:00 PM to Sunday, April 19, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Jersey City Schools & Other Locations
PS #15
Whitney M. Young Jr. Community School
135 Stegman Street
Jersey City, NJ 07305
PS #30
Alexander D. Sullivan School
171 Seaview Avenue
Jersey City, NJ 07305
PS #39
Dr. Charles P. DeFuccio School
214 Plainfield Avenue
Jersey City, NJ 07306
PS #40
Ezra L. Nolan School
88 Gates Avenue
Jersey City, NJ 07305
PS #41
Joseph H. Brensinger School
339 Stegman Street
Jersey City, NJ 07305
High School
Dickinson High School
2 Palisade Avenue
Jersey City, NJ 07306
High School
Lincoln High School
60 Crescent Avenue
Jersey City, NJ 07304
High School
Ferris High School
35 Colgate Street
Jersey City, NJ 07302
High School
Snyder High School
239 Bergen Avenue
Jersey City, NJ 07305
Medical
Jersey City Medical Center
355 Grand Street
Jersey City, NJ 07302
Government
Jersey City City Hall
280 Grove Street
Jersey City, NJ 07302
Athletic Field
Caven Point Field
1 Chapel Avenue
Jersey City, NJ 07305

PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION

Residents are encouraged to use public transportation during the marathon to avoid road closures and parking restrictions. Public Transit Options are as follows. 

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PATH TRAIN STATIONS

(PRICE PER RIDE $3.00)

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Newport PATH station to start

Newport Station 90 Pavonia Avenue, Jersey City, NJ 07310

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Exchange Place Station

68 Christopher Columbus Dr., Jersey City, NJ 07302 (about 1.2 miles south from start)
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Hoboken PATH Station

1 Hudson Place, Hoboken, NJ 07030 (about 1.5 miles north from start)
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Grove PATH Station

325 Grove Street, Jersey City, NJ 07302 (about 1.2 miles south from start)
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NEW JERSEY TRANSIT

1 Hudson Place, Hoboken, NJ 07030 (about 1.5 miles north from start)

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Buses

Located along Kennedy Boulevard in Jersey City, NJ,  Journal Square Transportation Center.

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Light Rail

Light rail stations can be found throughout the city.

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Ferries

Additional ferry service will run between Port Liberte, Paulus Hook, and Hoboken from 6 AM to 2 PM on Sunday, April 19th. 

Light Rail Info

Due to the Marathon on Sunday, April 19th, 2026. HBLR will run a modified weekend schedule from the start of service until 2:30pm. HBLR will run a split service from 6:00am to 2:30pm.  At 2:30pm modified weekend service will resume due to the schedule Catenary Replacement Track Outage until 8:00pm.

Sunday, April 19th, 2026

Load and Go Service

Jersey Ave Station to Harborside Station: “load and go” service
JERSEY CITY MARATHON SCHEDULE DEPARTURE TIMES

Northbound Departure Times: Start Of Revenue Service 6:00am to 2:30pm

8th Street to Liberty State Park: 09, :29, :49

Westside Avenue to Garfield Avenue: 08, :28, :48

Harsimus Cove to Tonnelle Avenue: 07, :37

Harsimus Cove to Hoboken Terminal: 19, :49

Southbound Departure Times: Start Of Revenue Service 6:00am to 2:30pm

Tonnelle Avenue to Harsimus Cove: 00, :30

Hoboken Terminal to Harsimus Cove: 05, :35

Liberty State Park to 8th Street: 07, :27, :47

Garfield Avenue to Westside Avenue: 16, :36, :56

After 2:30pm To 8:00pm

Northbound Departures

West Side Avenue to Tonnelle Avenue - :19, :39, :59

8th Street to Hoboken Terminal- :09, :29, :49

Southbound Departures

Tonnelle Avenue to West Side Avenue - :16, :36, :56

Hoboken Terminal to 8th Street - :05, :25, :45

After 8:00 pm Normal Weekend Departure Times

Northbound Departures

West Side Avenue to Tonnelle Avenue - :06, :26, :46

8th Street to Hoboken Terminal- :09, :29, :49

Southbound Departures

Tonnelle Avenue to West Side Avenue - :14, :34, :54

Hoboken Terminal to 8th Street - :05, :25, :45
Ferry Schedule Sunday, April 19th

Ferry Schedule

Sunday, April 19, 2026, from 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM

Schedule:

Port Liberte — 6:00 AM
Paulus Hook — 6:20 AM
Hoboken/NJT — 6:35 AM

Port Liberte — 7:05 AM
Paulus Hook — 7:25 AM
Hoboken/NJT — 7:40 AM

Port Liberte — 8:10 AM
Paulus Hook — 8:30 AM
Hoboken/NJT — 8:45 AM

Port Liberte — 9:15 AM
Paulus Hook — 9:35 AM
Hoboken/NJT — 9:50 AM

Port Liberte — 10:20 AM
Paulus Hook — 10:40 AM
Hoboken/NJT — 10:55 AM

Port Liberte — 11:25 AM
Paulus Hook — 11:45 AM
Hoboken/NJT — 12:00 PM

Port Liberte — 12:30 PM
Paulus Hook — 12:50 PM
Hoboken/NJT — 1:05 PM

Port Liberte — 1:35 PM
Paulus Hook — 1:55 PM

PATH Train ALERT

PATH Train Alert: 

    Please check the PATH website for all updates: https://www.panynj.gov/path/en/schedules-maps/weekend-schedules.html

    rESIDENT INFO BY neighborhood

    All times are approximate
    Access to Jersey City Medical Center for employees and for emergency vehicles will be allowed during gaps in the race via the intersections of Grand St and Jersey Ave and Grand St and Monmouth St.  Do not cross the race route unless explicitly permitted by a JCPD police officer!

    Port Liberte residents:

    FERRY AVAILABLE

    JCPD will direct cars to cross east to west on Chapel Road, crossing Caven Point Road and Garfield Ave., sporadically during gaps in the race. Expect delays crossing Caven Point Road and Garfield Ave. Traffic will not be allowed to turn onto Caven Point Road or onto Garfield Ave. The longest delays will be between the hours of 7:30AM and 10:30AM. Any Port Liberte resident traffic should be planned for before 7:30AM or after 10:30AM.

    Paulus Hook residents:

    FERRY AVAILABLE

    JCPD will direct cars to cross Grand Street South to North onMarin Blvd. or Van Vorst St. sporadically during gaps in the race. Expect delays crossing Grand Street. Traffic will not be allowed to turn onto Grand Street. The longest delays will occur between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM. Any Paulus Hook resident traffic should be planned for before 8:00 AM or after 11:00 AM. Alternate parking locations will be available for Paulus Hook residents who wish to use them. See the list (on this page) of available alternate parking opportunities at Jersey City Schools, Jersey City Medical Center, or City Hall. 

    Hamilton Park residents:

    No traffic crossings of Marin Blvd., or Manila/Grove Street will be possible between 7:00 AM and 8:00 AM. If you must drive across these streets, plan to do so before 7:00 AM or after 8:00 AM. No traffic crossings of Coles Street or Monmouth Street will be possible between 8:15 AM and 11:15 AM. If you must drive across these streets, plan to do so before 8:15 AM or after 11:15 AM. Alternate parking locations will be available for Hamilton Park residents who wish to use them. See the list (on this page) of available alternate parking opportunities at Jersey City Schools.

    Light Rail Info

    Due to the Marathon on Sunday, April 19th, 2026. HBLR will run a modified weekend schedule from the start of service until 2:30pm. HBLR will run a split service from 6:00am to 2:30pm.  At 2:30pm modified weekend service will resume due to the schedule Catenary Replacement Track Outage until 8:00pm.

    Sunday, April 19th, 2026

    Load and Go Service

    Jersey Ave Station to Harborside Station: “load and go” service
    JERSEY CITY MARATHON SCHEDULE DEPARTURE TIMES

    Northbound Departure Times: Start Of Revenue Service 6:00am to 2:30pm

    8th Street to Liberty State Park: 09, :29, :49

    Westside Avenue to Garfield Avenue: 08, :28, :48

    Harsimus Cove to Tonnelle Avenue: 07, :37

    Harsimus Cove to Hoboken Terminal: 19, :49

    Southbound Departure Times: Start Of Revenue Service 6:00am to 2:30pm

    Tonnelle Avenue to Harsimus Cove: 00, :30

    Hoboken Terminal to Harsimus Cove: 05, :35

    Liberty State Park to 8th Street: 07, :27, :47

    Garfield Avenue to Westside Avenue: 16, :36, :56

    After 2:30pm To 8:00pm

    Northbound Departures

    West Side Avenue to Tonnelle Avenue - :19, :39, :59

    8th Street to Hoboken Terminal- :09, :29, :49

    Southbound Departures

    Tonnelle Avenue to West Side Avenue - :16, :36, :56

    Hoboken Terminal to 8th Street - :05, :25, :45

    After 8:00 pm Normal Weekend Departure Times

    Northbound Departures

    West Side Avenue to Tonnelle Avenue - :06, :26, :46

    8th Street to Hoboken Terminal- :09, :29, :49

    Southbound Departures

    Tonnelle Avenue to West Side Avenue - :14, :34, :54

    Hoboken Terminal to 8th Street - :05, :25, :45
    Ferry Schedule Sunday, April 19th

    Ferry Schedule

    Sunday, April 19, 2026, from 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM

    Schedule:

    Port Liberte — 6:00 AM
    Paulus Hook — 6:20 AM
    Hoboken/NJT — 6:35 AM

    Port Liberte — 7:05 AM
    Paulus Hook — 7:25 AM
    Hoboken/NJT — 7:40 AM

    Port Liberte — 8:10 AM
    Paulus Hook — 8:30 AM
    Hoboken/NJT — 8:45 AM

    Port Liberte — 9:15 AM
    Paulus Hook — 9:35 AM
    Hoboken/NJT — 9:50 AM

    Port Liberte — 10:20 AM
    Paulus Hook — 10:40 AM
    Hoboken/NJT — 10:55 AM

    Port Liberte — 11:25 AM
    Paulus Hook — 11:45 AM
    Hoboken/NJT — 12:00 PM

    Port Liberte — 12:30 PM
    Paulus Hook — 12:50 PM
    Hoboken/NJT — 1:05 PM

    Port Liberte — 1:35 PM
    Paulus Hook — 1:55 PM

    SEE SOME OF OUR LOCAL BUSINESSES SERVING THE JERSEY CITY MARATHON AND WHO ARE PART OF THE HUDSON COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE.  CLICK THE IMAGE. 

    FAQ'S

    What time does my car need to be removed from a closed street?

    By Friday, April 17 th at 11:59pm

    What will happen if my car is not moved?
    It will be towed.
    I am an employee of a business that is inside the closure area, how do I get to work?
    Allow for extra time for your commute due to road closures, etc. Public transportation is highly recommended, but if you have to drive, park your vehicle in an alternate location and walk to your place of employment. LINK TO THAT SECTION if possible.
    Will I be able to cross a closed street as a pedestrian?
    Pedestrians will be able to cross Washington Blvd at Town Square Place. We will have staff at that intersection to assist with controlled pedestrian crossings during the race. 
    I live in Port Liberte, what will the impacts be to my area?
    JCPD will direct cars to cross east to west on Chapel Road, crossing Caven Point Road and Garfield Ave., sporadically during gaps in the race. Expect delays crossing Caven Point Road and Garfield Ave. Traffic will not be allowed to turn onto Caven Point Road or onto Garfield Ave. The longest delays will be between the hours of 7:30AM and 10:30AM. Any Port Liberte resident traffic should be planned for before 7:30AM or after 10:30AM.
    I live in Paulus Hook, what will the impacts be to my area?

    JCPD will direct cars to cross Grand St South to North on Marin Blvd sporadically during gaps in the race. Expect delays crossing Grand St. Traffic will not be allowed to turn onto Grand St. The longest delays will be between the hours of 8:00AM and 11:00AM. Any Paulus Hook resident traffic should be planned for before 8:00AM or after 11:00AM. Alternate parking locations will be made available for Paulus Hook residents who wish to take advantage of them. See list (on following page) of available alternate parking opportunities at Jersey City Schools, or Jersey City Medical Center, or City Hall.

    I live in Hamilton Part, what will the impacts be to my area?
    No traffic crossings of Marin Blvd., or Manila/Grove St will be possible between 7:00AM and 8:00AM. If you must drive across these streets, plan to do so before 7:00AM or after 8:00AM. No traffic crossings of Coles St or Monmouth St will be possible between 8:15AM and 11:15AM. If you must drive across these streets, plan to do so before 8:15AM or after 11:15AM. Alternate parking locations will be made available for Hamilton Park residents who wish to take advantage of them. See list of available alternate parking opportunities at Jersey City Schools and the Newport South Parking Garage.
    What is the timeline of events:

    If I park in one of the school parking lots, when do I have to move my car out of the lot after the race is over?

    All cars must be moved out of the school lots by 11:59pm on Sunday 4/19.