Bull City Beer Mile
- Date Sat 25th April 2026
- Time 2:30PM EDT
- Location Durham, North Carolina
- Price $54.00 - $160.00
- Races 3 races
- Distances 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the 5th Annual Bull City Beer Mile, taking place on Saturday, April 25, 2026, in the vibrant Downtown Durham's Central Park! This unique event combines the thrill of running with the fun of beer drinking, as participants tackle a 1-mile course while enjoying four 12-ounce beers along the way. With options for both 2-person and 4-person relay teams, there’s something for everyone to get involved in!
The festivities kick off with bib and baton pick-up starting at 1:30 PM, followed by heats of exhilarating races from 2:30 PM until 5 PM. After the final lap, stick around for the lively awards ceremony and post-race party, complete with music from DJ Gummy and food available on-site. Runners and spectators alike are encouraged to cheer on participants while enjoying a refreshing drink from The Glass Jug mobile beer trailer. Don’t miss this chance to join the fun in the park, where camaraderie and celebration await until 6:30 PM!
The festivities kick off with bib and baton pick-up starting at 1:30 PM, followed by heats of exhilarating races from 2:30 PM until 5 PM. After the final lap, stick around for the lively awards ceremony and post-race party, complete with music from DJ Gummy and food available on-site. Runners and spectators alike are encouraged to cheer on participants while enjoying a refreshing drink from The Glass Jug mobile beer trailer. Don’t miss this chance to join the fun in the park, where camaraderie and celebration await until 6:30 PM!
Organiser's Description
The Glass Jug Beer Lab [https://www.glass-jug.com/downtown-durham] and Bull City Running [http://www.bullcityrunning.com] Co [http://www.bullcityrunning.com]. are proud to present the 5th annual BULL CITY BEER MILE on SATURDAY, APRIL 25, 2026 in Downtown Durham's Central Park.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS: Saturday, April 25
1:30-3 Bib & Baton Pick-Up in Durham Central Park
*Look for the Bull City Racing tent in front of Glass Jug Beer Lab
2 Heat #1 reports to Starting Corral
2 4-Person Relays Begin (Heats 1-3)
3 2-Person Relays Begin (Heats 4-5)
4 Individual Heats Begin (Heats 6-9)
5 Awards Ceremony & Post-Race Party!
2026 HEAT ASSIGNMENTS & START TIMES:
4-PERSON & 2-PERSON RELAY HEATS [https://bullcityrunning.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2026-Bull-City-Beer-Mile-Team-Heats-1.pdf]
INDIVIDUAL HEATS [https://bullcityrunning.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2026-Bull-City-Beer-Mile-Individual-Heats.pdf]
Please report to the starting corral 10 minutes prior to your Start Time.
Heat assignments are final and confirmed!
WHAT IS A BEER MILE?
A 1-mile drinking race combining running and speed drinking. Typically, the race takes place on a 1/4-mile running track (flat). We will be running around Central Park (not flat!). The race begins with the consumption of a 12-oz beer (RUN DRM lager brewed by The Glass Jug Beer Lab), followed by a 1/4 mile lap around the park. The second lap continues similarly; another 12-oz beer is consumed before commencing the running of the second lap. This process is repeated for the next two laps. Following the completion of the fourth beer and fourth running lap, you will cross the finish line!
Competitors must be 21 years old or older. Additionally, there are 2-person and 4-person relay competition options!
Every participant or team not only receives four 12-ounce beers to consume as part of the race, but the first 300 registrants will also receive a Beer Mile HEADBAND, COOLING TOWEL, and STICKER to take home with them!
Be sure to check out the optional add-ons for some new Beer Mile swag, including Beer Mile t-shirts, quick-dry hats, socks, glassware, and more!
The top 3 individual men and women, as well as the fastest 4-person and 2-person relay teams, will receive (huge) Bull City Beer Mile medals that double as bottle openers, plus a prize pack from Hoka, the official shoe brand of the Bull City Beer Mile!
PARTY IN THE PARK
This is more than just a race...it's a party! With heats running from 2:30 PM until 5 PM, the party will continue until 6:30 PM. We'll have DJ Gummy keeping things popping, with food available on site, and The Glass Jug mobile beer trailer parked in Durham Central Park, providing all the refreshments!
Runners and spectators are encouraged to hang out in the park to cheer on the runners and enjoy a beer of their own during the race. The after-party will continue in the park until 6:30 PM with The Glass Jug taproom remaining open until 12:00 AM.
PARKING
Parking will be available at the Durham Center Parking Garage at the corner of Foster and W Morgan St., as well as at the Farmer's Market lot on Morris Street.
Please drink and run responsibly!
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS: Saturday, April 25
1:30-3 Bib & Baton Pick-Up in Durham Central Park
*Look for the Bull City Racing tent in front of Glass Jug Beer Lab
2 Heat #1 reports to Starting Corral
2 4-Person Relays Begin (Heats 1-3)
3 2-Person Relays Begin (Heats 4-5)
4 Individual Heats Begin (Heats 6-9)
5 Awards Ceremony & Post-Race Party!
2026 HEAT ASSIGNMENTS & START TIMES:
4-PERSON & 2-PERSON RELAY HEATS [https://bullcityrunning.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2026-Bull-City-Beer-Mile-Team-Heats-1.pdf]
INDIVIDUAL HEATS [https://bullcityrunning.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2026-Bull-City-Beer-Mile-Individual-Heats.pdf]
Please report to the starting corral 10 minutes prior to your Start Time.
Heat assignments are final and confirmed!
WHAT IS A BEER MILE?
A 1-mile drinking race combining running and speed drinking. Typically, the race takes place on a 1/4-mile running track (flat). We will be running around Central Park (not flat!). The race begins with the consumption of a 12-oz beer (RUN DRM lager brewed by The Glass Jug Beer Lab), followed by a 1/4 mile lap around the park. The second lap continues similarly; another 12-oz beer is consumed before commencing the running of the second lap. This process is repeated for the next two laps. Following the completion of the fourth beer and fourth running lap, you will cross the finish line!
Competitors must be 21 years old or older. Additionally, there are 2-person and 4-person relay competition options!
Every participant or team not only receives four 12-ounce beers to consume as part of the race, but the first 300 registrants will also receive a Beer Mile HEADBAND, COOLING TOWEL, and STICKER to take home with them!
Be sure to check out the optional add-ons for some new Beer Mile swag, including Beer Mile t-shirts, quick-dry hats, socks, glassware, and more!
The top 3 individual men and women, as well as the fastest 4-person and 2-person relay teams, will receive (huge) Bull City Beer Mile medals that double as bottle openers, plus a prize pack from Hoka, the official shoe brand of the Bull City Beer Mile!
PARTY IN THE PARK
This is more than just a race...it's a party! With heats running from 2:30 PM until 5 PM, the party will continue until 6:30 PM. We'll have DJ Gummy keeping things popping, with food available on site, and The Glass Jug mobile beer trailer parked in Durham Central Park, providing all the refreshments!
Runners and spectators are encouraged to hang out in the park to cheer on the runners and enjoy a beer of their own during the race. The after-party will continue in the park until 6:30 PM with The Glass Jug taproom remaining open until 12:00 AM.
PARKING
Parking will be available at the Durham Center Parking Garage at the corner of Foster and W Morgan St., as well as at the Farmer's Market lot on Morris Street.
Please drink and run responsibly!
Races
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Bull City Beer Mile - Individual
Incl. $4.00 Fee & Beer Mile Headband, Cooling Towel, & Sticker
Sat 25th April 2026 (2:30PM EDT)
$54.00
CLOSEDIndividual participants will be assigned to a heat with a specific start time. Individual heats will occur from 4:00-5:45pm following the relay team heats. The first 300 registrants will also receive a Beer Mile headband, cooling towel, and sticker. -
Bull City Beer Mile - 2 Person Relay
Incl. $6.40 Fee & Beer Mile Headband, Cooling Towel, & Sticker
Sat 25th April 2026 (2:30PM EDT)
$96.40
CLOSED2-person teams will be assigned to a heat with a specific start time between 2:30-2:45pm. Each participant on a 2 person teams will need to drink 2 beers and run 2 laps each. Each team member will also receive a Beer Mile headband, cooling towel, and sticker while supplies last (limited to first 300 registrants)! Note: Team Captain will "Create New Team" and pay the registration fee. Other participants will "Join Existing Team" to complete registration. -
Bull City Beer Mile - 4 Person Relay
Incl. $10.00 Fee & Beer Mile Headband, Cooling Towel, & Sticker
Sat 25th April 2026 (2:30PM EDT)
$160.00
CLOSED4-person teams will be assigned to heats with a specific start time between 3:00-4:00pm. Each participant on a 4-person team will need to drink 1 beer and run 1 lap each. Each team member will also receive a Beer Mile headband, cooling towel, and sticker while supplies last (limited to first 300 registrants)! Note: Team Captain will "Create New Team" and pay the registration fee. Other participants will "Join Existing Team" to complete registration.
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