FAQs

What time does the race start?

The event will go off at 8:00 AM

What is the entry fee and what does it include?

The early bird entry fee is $70 and includes

  • Premium Finisher Medal

  • Live 5K & 10K splits

  • Tech long-sleeve race shirt

  • Race tote with sponsor + local vendor goods

  • Post-race vendor festival + refreshments

  • Personalized bib and chip timing

  • Secured bag drop

Where does the race start and finish?

The race starts and finishes a short distance away from the Cherry Blossom Welcome Center: Branch Brook Park Dr, Newark, NJ 07104

Is the course certified?

Yes, the Branch Brook 15K is a USATF-certified road mile course.

How is the race timed?

We use a professional chip timing system. Results will include both Gun Time and Net Time with splits at 5K and 10K.

Are there any awards?

Awards will be given to the top 3 finishers in each age division: 14 & Under, 15–19, 20–24, 25–29, 30–34, 35–39, 40–44, 45–49, 50–54, 55–59, 60–64, 65–69, 70–74, and 75+.

Cash prizes will be awarded to the top 3 overall finishers in each competitive division.

Where should I park?

This will be updated as we get closer to raceday.

What’s the elevation profile like?

To see more information about the course, including the elevation profile, you can visit here.

Is this a USATF-NJ Grand Prix Event

Yes it is!

Will there be a course cut-off time?

The cut-off time for the Branch Brook 15K will be 2 hours and 30 minutes (which is approximately 16:05 per mile)

Get Marathon Ready!

The Branch Brook 15K is perfectly timed to fit into your autumn racing calendar, sitting roughly one month out from the NYC Marathon and six weeks ahead of the Philly Marathon. If you are looking for a fast fall tune-up race or a prime opportunity to lock in your final race-day preparations, this course is the ideal destination to test your fitness and sharpen your strategy.