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 a fun-filled day at the 13th Murray Lender 5K Bagel Run on Sunday, September 14, 2025, in the charming town of Woodbridge, South Central Connecticut! This vibrant event will feature a USA Track & Field Certified 5K course that meanders through beautiful residential neighborhoods, making it perfect for both seasoned runners and families alike. Participants can also opt for the two-mile Family Fitness Walk or let the kids join in the excitement with the FREE Kids Costume Race.
Starting at the JCC Campus on 360 Amity Road, registration opens at 7:30 AM, with the Kids Costume Race kicking off at 8:45 AM. The main 5K race and the Family Fitness Walk will begin at 9:30 AM, followed by a delightful bagel breakfast and awards ceremony at 10:30 AM. Enjoy live DJ entertainment, a sidewalk sale by Woodbridge Running Company, and an array of delicious kosher and non-kosher treats, including bagels and cream cheese from Katz's Deli. Don’t miss out on the prizes for the top finishers and the fun activities for all ages, including a bounce house for the kids and a Story Walk with PJ Library
Starting at the JCC Campus on 360 Amity Road, registration opens at 7:30 AM, with the Kids Costume Race kicking off at 8:45 AM. The main 5K race and the Family Fitness Walk will begin at 9:30 AM, followed by a delightful bagel breakfast and awards ceremony at 10:30 AM. Enjoy live DJ entertainment, a sidewalk sale by Woodbridge Running Company, and an array of delicious kosher and non-kosher treats, including bagels and cream cheese from Katz's Deli. Don’t miss out on the prizes for the top finishers and the fun activities for all ages, including a bounce house for the kids and a Story Walk with PJ Library
Organiser's Description
We, at the JCC of Greater New Haven, are excited to announce the 13th Murray Lender 5K Bagel Run, will be held on Sunday, September 15, 2024. 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, 2022. Save 20% off of race day registration fees by registering before August 18, 2023.
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, 2022. Save 20% off of race day registration fees by registering before August 18, 2023.
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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