Ready, Set, Pizza! It's the 1st Annual 5K for Pizza: Jersey City! Join us on Saturday, May 2, 2026 for a deliciously fun run (or walk!) along the scenic Jersey City waterfront . Whether you're a seasoned runner or just in it for the 'za, this flat and fast course is perfect for all paces. Then, cross the finish line and head straight to our post-race festival, where every participant is rewarded with some of the best local pizza around! Registration Each registration includes: Participation in the cheesiest 5K around Two (2) full-size slices of pizza Craving more? You can add a third slice during the checkout process for a small extra charge. (Heads up: extra slices won't be available for purchase after you complete registration or on race day!) Additional Event Details The event is USA Track & Field sanctioned & professionally chip timed Top 3 overall men & top 3 overall women will receive prizes Best Dressed category! Come in your favorite pizza attire & be entered to win a gift card to one of the local participating pizzerias Race themed t-shirts will be available as a registration add on at an additional cost The Pizza We're excited to announce the local pizzerias that'll be serving up slices at the 2026 Jersey City Finish Line Pizza Party: Imposto's Pizza Park Avenue Pizza Pizzeria on Pine Tino's Artisan Pizza Co. Pizzeria Las Americas More coming soon! *Limited gluten-free options will be available! Schedule 8:30 AM - Packet Pickup OPENS / Sponsor Zone OPENS 10:00 AM - Packet Pickup CLOSES 10:00 AM - Welcome Festivities 10:20 AM - Runners called to line up / Walkers called to line up 10:29 AM - National Anthem 10:30 AM - 5K Start 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM - Finish Line Festival & Pizza Party
| Distance | Price | Opens | Closes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5K | $35.00 | Feb 18 | Feb 28 |
| $40.00 | Mar 1 | Mar 31 | |
| $45.00 | Apr 1 | Apr 25 | |
| $50.00 | Apr 26 | May 2 |
8:30 AM - Packet Pickup OPENS / Sponsor Zone OPENS 10:00 AM - Packet Pickup CLOSES 10:00 AM - Welcome Festivities 10:20 AM - Runners called to line up / Walkers called to line up 10:29 AM - National Anthem 10:30 AM - 5K Start *More details to come & times are subject to change!
Your "packet" will include your race bib, safety pins, and, if additionally ordered at check out, your 5K for Pizza race t-shirt. To limit our impact on the environment, Packet Pickup will be bagless. Pre-Race Pickup: Avoid the race-day rush and pick up early! First Pickup Day: Wednesday, April 29th, 2026 Time: 6pm - 8pm Location: TBD Second Pickup Day: Friday, May 1st, 2026 Time: 6pm - 8pm Location: tbd *We strongly encourage participants to utilize the pre-race packet pickup to help en
Interested in this race?
The 5K start and finish line, along with check-in and the festival area (packet pickup, pizza, and post-race fun), will be located near the Colgate Clock and 30 Hudson Street, Jersey City, NJ. 🍕 Rideshare & Drop-Off (Uber, Lyft, etc.) Please use 30 Hudson St, Jersey City, NJ 07302 as your destination. Note that the street directly in front of the venue is scheduled to close around 9:00 AM. We recommend arranging drop-off one block away and walking to the event area. 🍕 Public