Newark Riverfront 6k

The Newark Riverfront 6k is a scenic and community-focused running event held at Essex County Riverfront Park in Newark, NJ. Scheduled for August 24, 2025, this USATF-certified course features a relatively flat trail with two laps inside the park and includes two water stations. The event offers a 6k run/walk, a kids' fun run on grass, and an untimed 2-mile walk.

Amenities include medals for all finishers, T-shirts for the first 200 pre-registered runners, prize money for top male and female finishers, and trophies for age group winners. Proceeds benefit children with mobility disorders through the Purpose Runners Foundation. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.