Murray Lender 5K Bagel Run
- Date Sun 14th September 2025
- Time 8:45AM EDT
- Location Woodbridge, Connecticut
- Price Free - $43.90
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for the 14th annual Murray Lender 5K Bagel Run on Sunday, September 14, 2025, in the charming town of Woodbridge, South Central Connecticut! This exciting event features a scenic 5K race along a USA Track & Field certified course that winds through beautiful residential neighborhoods, starting from the JCC Campus at 360 Amity Road. For those looking for a shorter distance, the day also includes a fun two-mile Family Fitness Walk and a delightful Kids Costume Race, making it a perfect day out for the whole family.
Participants can enjoy a vibrant community atmosphere with a post-race block party that includes DJ entertainment, a sidewalk sale by the Woodbridge Running Company, and delicious bagels and cream cheese from Katz's Deli. Plus, everyone who pre-registers before September 1, 2025, will receive a free race t-shirt! Don't miss the opportunity to save 20% on race day registration fees by signing up before August 18, 2025. With activities for all ages, including bounce houses for kids and even dog-friendly fun, the Murray Lender 5K Bagel Run promises to be a day filled with fitness, community spirit, and tasty treats
Participants can enjoy a vibrant community atmosphere with a post-race block party that includes DJ entertainment, a sidewalk sale by the Woodbridge Running Company, and delicious bagels and cream cheese from Katz's Deli. Plus, everyone who pre-registers before September 1, 2025, will receive a free race t-shirt! Don't miss the opportunity to save 20% on race day registration fees by signing up before August 18, 2025. With activities for all ages, including bounce houses for kids and even dog-friendly fun, the Murray Lender 5K Bagel Run promises to be a day filled with fitness, community spirit, and tasty treats
Organiser's Description
We, at the JCC of Greater New Haven, are excited to announce the 14th Murray Lender 5K Bagel Run, will be held on Sunday, September 14, 2025. The JCC is offering babysitting services during all races.
5K USA Track & Field Certified 5K course winding through the beautiful residential neighborhoods of Woodbridge.
STARTING LINE: 360 Amity Road, Woodbridge - JCC Campus near JCC Day Camps' entrance.
WANT TO TAKE PART IN THE DAY'S FESTIVITIES, BUT DON'T WANT TO COMMIT TO A 5K?
Try our two-mile Family Fitness Walk or come early for the Kids Costume Race. Groups are encouraged to participate in all three events. Free race event t-shirts are provided to all pre-registered participants of both the 5K and Family Fit Walk who register before September 1, 2025. Save 20% off of race day registration fees by registering before August 18, 2025.
RACE SCHEDULE
7:30 AM: Registration Opens
8:45 AM: FREE Kids Costume Race
9:30 AM: 5K Race on USATF Certified Course
9:30 AM: 2 Mile Family Fitness Walk/Run
10:30 AM: Bagel Breakfast and awards
OUR POST-RACE BLOCK PARTY WILL FEATURE:
* DJ Entertainment provided by Liverpool Productions
* Sidewalk sale by Woodbridge Running Company
* Prizes for top three men and women overall and in each age group
* Bagel medals for all participants
* Bagels and cream cheese from Katz's Deli
* Delicious kosher and non-kosher goodies
* Costumes encouraged
* Join PJ Library for a Story Walk
* Kids bounce house
* Dogs allowed!
Enjoy FREE on-site pre-and post-run massages and trainer-assisted stretching!
5K USA Track & Field Certified 5K course winding through the beautiful residential neighborhoods of Woodbridge.
STARTING LINE: 360 Amity Road, Woodbridge - JCC Campus near JCC Day Camps' entrance.
WANT TO TAKE PART IN THE DAY'S FESTIVITIES, BUT DON'T WANT TO COMMIT TO A 5K?
Try our two-mile Family Fitness Walk or come early for the Kids Costume Race. Groups are encouraged to participate in all three events. Free race event t-shirts are provided to all pre-registered participants of both the 5K and Family Fit Walk who register before September 1, 2025. Save 20% off of race day registration fees by registering before August 18, 2025.
RACE SCHEDULE
7:30 AM: Registration Opens
8:45 AM: FREE Kids Costume Race
9:30 AM: 5K Race on USATF Certified Course
9:30 AM: 2 Mile Family Fitness Walk/Run
10:30 AM: Bagel Breakfast and awards
OUR POST-RACE BLOCK PARTY WILL FEATURE:
* DJ Entertainment provided by Liverpool Productions
* Sidewalk sale by Woodbridge Running Company
* Prizes for top three men and women overall and in each age group
* Bagel medals for all participants
* Bagels and cream cheese from Katz's Deli
* Delicious kosher and non-kosher goodies
* Costumes encouraged
* Join PJ Library for a Story Walk
* Kids bounce house
* Dogs allowed!
Enjoy FREE on-site pre-and post-run massages and trainer-assisted stretching!
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