Honoring New Jersey’s Fallen Heroes: 18th Annual NJ Run for the Fallen
At Gold Star Services Network, remembrance means ensuring that the names, stories and sacrifices of our fallen service members are never forgotten. This September, Gold Star Services Network will join NJ Run for the Fallen for their 18th Annual NJ Run for the Fallen event that will once again bring communities together across New Jersey in a moving tribute to those who gave their lives in service to our country.
Taking place September 23–27, 2026, NJ Run for the Fallen is a multi-day journey of more than 225 miles dedicated to honoring New Jersey’s fallen heroes.
Event Details
When: September 23–27, 2026
What: A 225+ mile tribute across New Jersey
Why: Each mile of the journey is dedicated to an individual New Jersey fallen service member, honoring their life, service and sacrifice while recognizing the families who carry their memory forward.
Throughout the journey, the names and stories of New Jersey’s fallen heroes remain at the heart of the event. For Gold Star Families, that remembrance carries tremendous meaning. Events like NJ Run for the Fallen help ensure their loved ones are not only remembered, but that their names and stories continue to be shared.
At Gold Star Services Network, we are proud to recognize events that bring people together in remembrance and ensure the sacrifices of our fallen heroes and their families are never forgotten.
Additional details for the 2026 run, including route information and timelines, can be found on the official NJ Run for the Fallen website.
Learn more about the 18th Annual NJ Run for the Fallen at NJRFTF.org.
