JERSEY CITY MARATHON
SUNDAY APRIL 19, 2026
The 4th Annual Jersey City Marathon takes place this Sunday, April 19, with a 7:00 AM start. If you live in Port Liberté, Paulus Hook, or Hamilton Park, your neighborhood will be directly impacted by road closures. Here's what you need to do:
For the full street closure list, alternate parking map, and ferry schedule: jerseycitymarathon.com/jersey-city-residents
PLAN AHEAD
Know your neighborhood's closure windows and plan travel accordingly:
Port Liberté: Longest delays on Caven Point Road and Garfield Avenue between 7:30–10:30 AM. Plan to travel before 7:30 AM or after 10:30 AM.
Paulus Hook: Longest delays crossing Grand Street between 8:00–11:00 AM. Plan to travel before 8:00 AM or after 11:00 AM.
Hamilton Park: No crossings of Marin Blvd. or Manila/Grove Street from 7:00–8:00 AM. No crossings of Coles or Monmouth Street from 8:15–11:15 AM.
MOVE YOUR CAR
No-parking restrictions on race route streets begin Saturday, April 18 at 4:00 PM. Newport Pkwy. restrictions begin at 1:00 PM Saturday. Washington Blvd. closes at 3:00 AM Sunday — move your vehicle before midnight Saturday. Vehicles not moved by the posted deadlines will be towed.
Free alternate parking is available at Jersey City public school lots, Jersey City Medical Center, City Hall, and Caven Point Field starting Friday, April 17 at 6:00 PM. All vehicles must be out of school lots by 11:59 PM Sunday.
AVOID STREET CLOSURES
Streets along the route are closed from 6:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Do not cross the race route unless directed by a JCPD officer. JCPD will manage controlled crossings during gaps in the race, but expect significant delays. Pedestrians may cross Washington Blvd. at Town Square Place with staff assistance.
FERRY & TRANSIT OPTIONS
Special ferry service runs between Port Liberté, Paulus Hook, and Hoboken from 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM (private charter — not listed on NY Waterway's site). PATH, NJ Transit buses, and Light Rail are also available. Note: Hudson-Bergen Light Rail runs a modified schedule from 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM.
For the full street closure list, alternate parking map, and ferry schedule: jerseycitymarathon.com/jersey-city-residents