HOBOKEN KIDS RUN & FAMILY FUN DAY Presented by City Challenge Athletics

We're excited to welcome you and your little runners to the Hoboken Kids Run & Family Fun Day this Sunday, November 8, at Maxwell Place Park!

Presented by City Challenge Athletics, our 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, this FREE event is all about getting kids moving, building confidence, and having fun!

With race day just around the corner, here's everything you need to know!

🏃 Race Schedule & Age Groups
Due to the large number of registrations among our youngest runners, we've added an additional wave for ages 3–4 to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone!

Start Time
Age Group
Distance
Timing
9:00 AM
Ages 3–4 (Wave 1)
100m
Untimed
9:15 AM
Ages 3–4 (Wave 2)
100m
Untimed
9:30 AM
Ages 5–6
200m
Chip Timed
9:50 AM
Ages 7–8
400m
Chip Timed
10:15 AM
Ages 9–10
400m
Chip Timed
10:30 AM
Adaptive Kids Run
Flexible Distance
Untimed

Check-in opens at 8:00 AM. Please arrive at least 20–30 minutes before your child's scheduled start time.

Parents of children ages 3–4 will be informed of their assigned wave at check-in.

👨‍👩‍👧 Can Parents Run With Their Kids?
Absolutely! We want every child to feel comfortable and confident.

Ages 3–4: One parent or guardian is welcome to run alongside their child.
Ages 5–10: Children are encouraged to run independently.
Adaptive Kids Run: Parents, guardians, or support persons are welcome to accompany their children.
Exceptions can be made for children who need additional assistance or accommodations.

Parents do not need to register separately. Only participating children need to be registered.

🏅 Timing, Medals & Age Group Awards
Every child is a WINNER! All participating children will receive a finisher medal, regardless of their finishing time!

For our runners ages 5–10, we'll have professional chip timing and age group awards!

Awards will be presented to the top 3 boys and top 3 girls in each of these divisions:

Ages 5–6
Ages 7–8
Ages 9–10
The youngest divisions (ages 3–4) and Adaptive Kids Run will be untimed and focused entirely on fun and participation.

🎉 Family Fun Day!
In addition to the races, families can enjoy music, professional race photos, refreshments, and a fun, energetic finish-line atmosphere!

📍 Event Details
Date: Sunday, November 8, 2026
Location: Maxwell Place Park, Hoboken, NJ
Check-In Opens: 8:00 AM
First Race: 9:00 AM
Last Wave: 10:30 AM
Event Concludes: Approximately 11:00 AM

Every child is a winner, and every finisher earns a medal!

❤️ About City Challenge Athletics — Giving Back Since 2017

The Hoboken Kids Run & Family Fun Day is proudly organized by City Challenge Athletics, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 2017, dedicated to making health, fitness, and physical activity accessible to children and families throughout our communities.

Led by Founder and President Elvi Guzman, a longtime Hudson County resident, entrepreneur, and community advocate, City Challenge Athletics was established with a simple belief: Every child deserves the opportunity to be active, build confidence, and experience the joy of sports, regardless of their financial circumstances.

Elvi has been organizing running events and obstacle races throughout New Jersey since 2013, bringing thousands of participants together while supporting local charities and community initiatives. His passion for youth fitness and giving back inspired the creation of City Challenge Athletics, which has organized youth obstacle races, fun runs, and fitness programs throughout Hudson County and beyond.

Our mission is simple: to inspire healthier lifestyles, encourage physical activity, build confidence, and create opportunities for children of all backgrounds and abilities.

That's why we're proud to offer the Hoboken Kids Run & Family Fun Day completely FREE of charge, ensuring that every child has the opportunity to experience the excitement of crossing a finish line and earning a medal!

Every Kid Deserves a Starting Line! 

Proudly presented by City Challenge Athletics and Produced by Winning Events Group