Newport Half Marathon & 5K Leads to Parking Restrictions and Road Closures in Jersey City
Jersey City, NJ – Residents and visitors are advised to take note of significant parking restrictions and road closures in light of the upcoming Newport Half Marathon & 5K. The event, which will see participants racing from Newport Green Park to Liberty State Park, has necessitated these changes to ensure the safety of all involved.
Parking Advisory: From Friday, September 22 at 6:00 PM to Saturday, September 23 at 3:00 PM, there will be no parking on both sides of the following streets:
- 18th St from Washington Blvd to Grove St.
- Washington Blvd/St from 18th St to Montgomery St.
- Newport Parkway from River Dr. St to Washington Blvd.
- Jersey Ave from 9th St to 12th St.
- 9th St from Jersey Ave to McWilliams.
- 8th St from Erie St to Jersey Ave.
- Pavonia Ave from Town Sq to Washington Blvd.
- McWilliams Pl from 8th to 9th.
- Montgomery St from Hudson St to Jersey Ave.
- 2nd St from Waterfront Walkway to Washington St.
- North Blvd from Newport Parkway to Shore Lane.
Vehicles parked in these zones during the restricted times will be towed and impounded at GXR Auto Body Corp located at 10 Linden Ave. E, Jersey City, NJ 07305. Owners can contact the impound at (201) 333-2334. Additionally, a vehicle impound and storage fee will be applied, along with a parking summons.
Road Closures: On September 23, from 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM, the following streets will be closed:
- 18th St from Washington Blvd to Jersey Ave.
- Marin Blvd and Grove St from Hoboken City Line to 15th St.
- 6th St from Jersey Ave to Washington St.
- Washington Blvd/St from 18th St to Montgomery St.
- Newport Parkway from River Dr. S to Jersey Ave.
- Jersey Ave from 12th St to 5th St; CCD Drive to Liberty State Park.
- 9th St from Coles St to Erie St.
- 8th St from Coles St to Erie St.
- Pavonia Ave from Coles St to West Hamilton Pl; Town Sq to Washington Blvd.
- McWilliams Pl from 8th St to 9th St.
- Montgomery St from Hudson St to Monmouth St.
- Grand St (Eastbound) from Grove St to Center St.
- Pacific Ave from Grand St to Maple St.
- Bright St from Barrow St to Varick St.
- Hudson St from Montgomery St to Essex St.
- Greene St from 2nd St to Montgomery St.
- 2nd St from Walkway to Washington St.
- North Blvd.
Residents, businesses, and visitors with questions or comments regarding these changes are encouraged to reach out via email at theteam@nycruns.com. For more details about the event and registration information, interested parties can visit nycruns.com/race/nycruns-newport-liberty-half-marathon.
The city appreciates the understanding and cooperation of its residents and visitors during this event and wishes all participants a safe and enjoyable race.
