Bull City Beer Mile
- Date Sat 25th April 2026
- Time 2:30PM EDT
- Location Durham, North Carolina
- Price $43.40 - $107.00
- Races 3 races
- Distances 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for a unique blend of running, camaraderie, and craft beer at the 5th Annual Bull City Beer Mile on Saturday, April 25, 2026, in the picturesque Central Park of Downtown Durham! This exhilarating event features a one-mile drinking race where participants combine speed with the enjoyment of four refreshing 12-ounce beers, specifically the RUN DRM lager brewed by The Glass Jug Beer Lab. Runners will tackle a series of laps while enjoying a vibrant atmosphere filled with music from DJ Gummy, delicious food options, and plenty of beverages from The Glass Jug mobile beer trailer.
Open to competitors aged 21 and over, the event includes both individual and relay options, making it a perfect outing for friends and teams. The top performers will be rewarded with unique medals that double as bottle openers and exciting prize packs from Hoka. The festivities kick off at 2:30 PM and continue until 6:30 PM, with an after-party to keep the good times rolling. Join in for an unforgettable day of fun, fitness, and flavor, and don't forget to register early to snag your exclusive Beer Mile swag!
Open to competitors aged 21 and over, the event includes both individual and relay options, making it a perfect outing for friends and teams. The top performers will be rewarded with unique medals that double as bottle openers and exciting prize packs from Hoka. The festivities kick off at 2:30 PM and continue until 6:30 PM, with an after-party to keep the good times rolling. Join in for an unforgettable day of fun, fitness, and flavor, and don't forget to register early to snag your exclusive Beer Mile swag!
Organiser's Description
The Glass Jug Beer Lab [https://www.glass-jug.com/downtown-durham] and BULL CITY RUNNING 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.
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!
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. $3.40 Fee & Beer Mile Headband, Cooling Towel, & Sticker
Sat 25th April 2026 (2:30PM EDT)
$43.40
Individual 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. $5.20 Fee & Beer Mile Headband, Cooling Towel, & Sticker
Sat 25th April 2026 (2:30PM EDT)
$75.20
2-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. $7.00 Fee & Beer Mile Headband, Cooling Towel, & Sticker
Sat 25th April 2026 (2:30PM EDT)
$107.00
4-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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