RevolutionNJ proudly presents the Revolutionary Race Series. Join us at historic sites across New Jersey for your chance to race through history! Fort Lee Historic Park 5K Sunday, May 31st 9:30am Race Starts (Race Day Registration begins at 8:30am) Runners, history buffs, and families will come together on May 31, 2026, for the Fort Lee Historic Park 5K. Part of the RevolutionNJ Race Series, the event begins at 9:30 a.m. and offers a unique way to engage with New Jersey’s Revolutionary War history. The race route is in the Fort Lee Historic Park. The RevolutionNJ Race Series draws inspiration from Jonas Cattell’s legendary run to warn American troops of a British attack at Red Bank Battlefield. This race is one of six in the series, with additional events planned at Cedar Bridge Tavern, Red Bank Battlefield, Monmouth Battlefield, Princeton Battlefield and Batsto Village. Whether running, walking, or cheering from the sidelines, participants will experience a race that blends fitness, h
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for May 31.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Fort Lee, NJ.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
