Branch Brook 15K presented by NJIT 2026
- Date
- Sunday, October 4, 2026
- Start time
- 7:00 AM start (New York)
- Location
- Newark, New Jersey
- Entry fee
- From $75
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Branch Brook 15K | 15K | Oct 4, 20267:00 AM | $75$80 after Sep 27, 2026 | 2,500 |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- $80 until Oct 4.
Online registration closes Oct 4, 2026, unless the race fills first.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:54 AM, and the Branch Brook 15K starts at 7:00 AM. The start sits about 120 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
Branch Brook Park Dr, Newark, NJ 07104
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Typical race-day weather
Around October 4 the day usually runs from 54°F at dawn to 70°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 19% of days. Cold snaps dip to 45°F and hot years reach 80°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
Race details
- Where
- Branch Brook Park Dr, Newark, NJ 07104Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 120 feet
- Included with entry
- Tech Long-Sleeve Race Shirt
- Distances
- 15K
- Editions
- 2026 (Oct 4, 2026)
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Quick answers
- When is Branch Brook 15K presented by NJIT?
- Sunday, October 4, 2026, starting at 7:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $75 before processing fees.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Oct 4, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- What distances can I run?
- 15K.
- Where does it start?
- Branch Brook Park Dr, Newark, NJ 07104.
From the organizers
The Branch Brook 15K
9.3 Miles in one of New Jersey's Most Iconic Parks
Join Trials of Miles Racing on Sunday, October 4, 2026 at 7AM for the inaugural Branch Brook 15K, a fast fall road race through Branch Brook Park in Newark, New Jersey. Built for runners of all paces, this 9.3-mile race combines a beautiful autumn setting with a course designed for strong racing, PR attempts, and a big community race-day atmosphere.
The entry fee is $75 and includes:
A premium finisher medal;
Live 5K & 10K splits;
Tech long-sleeve race shirt;
A race tote with sponsor & local vendor goods;
Post-race vendor festival & refreshments;
Personalized bib and chip timing;
Secured bag drop.