Brielle Day Hill & Dale 10K Challenge 2026 — Brielle, NJ

Date
September 12, 2026
Location
Brielle, NJ
Venue
Brielle Elementary School
Start Time
9:00 AM
Sunrise
6:33 AM
Entry Fee
$40.00 – $55.00
Events
10K Run
Includes
T-Shirt
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The Brielle Day Hill & Dale 10K Challenge takes place at Brielle Elementary School in Brielle, New Jersey, on September 12, 2026. This 10K running event starts at 9:00 AM and costs between $40 and $55 to enter. The race name suggests rolling terrain, making it a good option for runners looking for a moderately challenging course. Based in a small coastal New Jersey town, the race offers a local community feel. Athletes planning to stay nearby should book accommodations in advance, especially if other events are happening in the area that weekend.

From the Race Organizer
Brielle Day 10K 2026 Early Registration opens March 6th-->$40 through July 10th Price Increase July 11th-->$50 through August 1st Late Registration August 2nd-->$55 to race day September 12th @ 8:45 All REGISTRATIONS WILL BE ONLINE!!!!! Race Shirt guarantee ends on August 15th!!! Pre-race Shirt and Bib Pick Up and In Person Registration Thursday 9/10 6-7pm @ Green Acres Park, Brielle Friday 9/11 4:30-6:30pm @ Green Acres Park, Brielle 45th Annual Brielle Day 10K RACE START: 9:00 a.m. Race day: T-shirt and BIB pick up and Late Registration 7:30-8:45 a.m. BRIELLE DAY is Saturday, September 12, 2026 Bring the whole family to enjoy a full day featuring: The Hill & Dale Race!! Followed directly by Awards, Raffle. Over 100 Quality Crafters and Vendors Carnival Style Food and Drinks Brielle Fire Company 99-1 Beer Garden and Music and Fire Truck Rides (12-5PM) AWARDS – 10K SweatShirts presented to the first 3 male and 3 female runners, the first male and female Brielle residents, first firefighter, first law enforcement and first EMT, as well as the top three male and female finishers in 10 year age groups . NO DUPLICATE AWARDS All entry fees non-refundable. THE COURSE: This premier course runs on the beautiful tree lined rolling hill streets of Brielle, making it New Jersey’s Most Challenging 10K Road Race. Course Record (current course): Brock Butler 33:07 (2003). Event Record (original course) Philip Hinck 30:33 (1988). INFORMATION / DIRECTIONS (732) 528-6600 x100 — email: brielle10k@gmail.com Race Location: Union Lane, Brielle, New Jersey. Starting Line at the Brielle Elementary School Directions: GSP Exit 98. Travel south on Rte 34, continue south onto Rte 35. Exit at the Brielle Business District sign. Proceed to the junction with Rte 71. Take Route 71 (north) to first traffic light. Make left onto Union Lane, Brielle Elementary is on the left. Take note: many streets will be blocked -- runners will need to turn off Rt 71 (Union Ave ) on to Union Ln. going West and park ln Brielle School parking lot on the left side of Union Ln. Or park on any surrounding streets that are not blocked.

Course & Travel Notes

The Brielle Day Hill & Dale 10K Challenge takes place on September 12, 2026, in Brielle, New Jersey, with the race starting at 9:00 AM—well after sunrise at 6:34 AM that morning. The venue sits at 30 feet elevation, and the nearest airport is Lakehurst Maxfield Field Airport (NEL), located 16.4 miles away. Plan for typical early-fall weather with highs around 76°F and lows near 59°F, with a roughly 29% chance of measurable rain on any given day during this time of year.

⛰️ 30 ft elevation☀️ Typically 76°F / 59°F · 29% chance of rain✈️ Lakehurst Maxfield Field Airport (NEL) — 16.4 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Brielle Day Hill & Dale 10K Challenge 2026 — Brielle, NJ?

Brielle Day Hill & Dale 10K Challenge 2026 — Brielle, NJ takes place on September 12, 2026. The race is held in Brielle, New Jersey.

Where is Brielle Day Hill & Dale 10K Challenge 2026 — Brielle, NJ held?

Brielle Day Hill & Dale 10K Challenge 2026 — Brielle, NJ is held at Brielle Elementary School in Brielle, New Jersey.

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