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Branch Brook Park, Branch Brook Park Drive, Newark, NJ 07104
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Aggregated from official results (CompuScore) for Essex County Cherry Blossom 10K Run. Individual finisher names are not stored here.
In 2026, the fastest tenth finished in 48:42 or better, the top quarter in 56:15, and half the field in 1:05:06; the last tenth came in after 1:30:11.
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| Under 20 | 47:34 | 37:55 |
| 20-29 | 44:29 | 35:09 |
| 30-39 | 40:49 | 34:53 |
| 40-49 | 39:31 | 39:03 |
| 50-59 | 44:38 | 38:53 |
| 60-69 | 47:30 | 41:24 |
| 70+ | 57:01 | 51:24 |
Groups with fewer than five finishers are left out. Awards vary by race; check the race's rules.
Where a finish time would have placed in 2026.
What the organizers of Essex County Cherry Blossom 10K Run cover on their registration page, in brief.
Schedule and packet pickup
Packet pick up will be on Sunday, April 12, 2026 from 8:00am to 9:45am - Cherry Blossom Center Parking Lot - Essex County Branch Brook Park, Newark NJ. Please arrive early as the line can get super long. You will be picking up your bib and…
Parking and travel
Parking will be available directly across from the park at this address: 5 Franklin Avenue, Belleville, NJ 07109. You must arrive early as this parking lot gets full quickly. You will also be able to park in the Clara Mass Hospital Center…
Awards
Awards & Gifts. 👕 10K Run Shirt. Race shirts will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. While we do our best to accommodate everyone, please note that your selected shirt size cannot be guaranteed, as sizes may run out. 🏅…
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Registration will be capped at 3,000 runners. Once this limit is reached, no additional entries will be accepted—so be sure to secure your spot now!
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🌸 Celebrate 50 Years of Racing Among the Blossoms! 🌸
We proudly present the 50th Annual Essex County Cherry Blossom 10K -USATF Team Coed Run set in the iconic Branch Brook Park.
This year isn’t just another race—it’s a celebration of five decades of running tradition. Dash beneath the breathtaking historic cherry tree groves at peak bloom and experience one of New Jersey’s most spectacular natural settings in a way only runners can. Whether you’re chasing a PR or soaking in the scenery, this anniversary edition promises an unforgettable race-day experience.