Hoboken Kids Run & Family Fun Day, presented by City Challenge Athletics

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

A FREE Day of Running, Fun & Family Memories!

Get ready, Hoboken! We're bringing an exciting morning of fitness, fun, and community to the beautiful Hoboken waterfront!

Join us on Sunday, November 8, 2026, at Maxwell Place Park for the Hoboken Kids Run & Family Fun Day, a completely FREE event designed to get kids moving, build confidence, and create unforgettable family memories!

Whether your child is running their very first race or already loves to run, this event is for EVERYONE!

What's Included? 

Fun, age-appropriate races for children ages 3–10 

Finisher medals for all participating children

Professional race-day photos

Music and a fun finish-line atmosphere

Water and light refreshments

An inclusive Adaptive Kids Run for children with special needs

A wonderful morning for the entire family!

Race Distances by Age

Age Group

Distance

Ages 3–4

200 meters

Ages 5–6

400 meters

Ages 7–8

600 meters

Ages 9–10

600 meters

Adaptive Kids Run

Flexible distance

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! 

Event Details

Date: Sunday, November 8, 2026

Location: Maxwell Place Park, Hoboken, NJ

Time: Morning event

Cost: FREE!

To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone, registration is limited to just 200 children.

CAN PARENTS RUN WITH CHILDREN?

One parent or guardian may accompany children ages 3–4 during their race ONLY.

For children ages 5–10, we encourage them to run independently. However, exceptions are welcome for children who need additional assistance or accommodations, including participants in our Adaptive Kids Run.

Parents do NOT need to register separately, and there is no additional cost. Only children need to be registered for the event.

Our goal is to make this a fun, safe, and inclusive experience for every child! ❤️

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