Rutgers Big Chill 5K 2024
- Date Mon 9th December 2024 - Mon 16th December 2024
- Time 12:00AM EST
- Location New Brunswick, New Jersey
- Price $25.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to embrace the holiday spirit at the Rutgers Big Chill 5K 2024! This beloved event returns to New Brunswick, Middlesex, from December 9 to December 16, with the exhilarating in-person race scheduled for Saturday, December 14, at 10 AM. Join thousands of enthusiastic runners as they hit the pavement starting from the College Avenue Gym, creating a vibrant atmosphere filled with community and camaraderie.
Participants can choose between the in-person race, which includes a long-sleeved Big Chill t-shirt and a charitable twist of bringing a new toy valued at $10 or more, or opt for the virtual race that can be completed at their own pace from December 9 to December 16. With a registration fee of just $25 for both options, this event not only promotes health and fitness but also supports a great cause. In 2023, the event successfully raised $8,000 for the No Hungry Knights Fund, aiding in the fight against food insecurity on campus. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this festive tradition that gives back to the community while keeping you active and motivated!
Participants can choose between the in-person race, which includes a long-sleeved Big Chill t-shirt and a charitable twist of bringing a new toy valued at $10 or more, or opt for the virtual race that can be completed at their own pace from December 9 to December 16. With a registration fee of just $25 for both options, this event not only promotes health and fitness but also supports a great cause. In 2023, the event successfully raised $8,000 for the No Hungry Knights Fund, aiding in the fight against food insecurity on campus. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this festive tradition that gives back to the community while keeping you active and motivated!
Organiser's Description
The Rutgers Big Chill 5k is a charitable event that has served the Rutgers University-New Brunswick, NJ community since 2003. Similarly to last year, we will offer both an in-person and virtual race. Our in-person race will occur on December 14 at 10 am, with runner check-in taking place on Friday afternoon and Saturday morning. The Rutgers Big Chill has been a staple within the Rutgers University-New Brunswick Community for over 20 years and is enjoyed by thousands of runners yearly. We aim to continue the Big Chill tradition while giving back to the community and keeping participants active and motivated.
IN-PERSON RACE
DECEMBER 14, 2024 | COLLEGE AVENUE GYM | 10AM START | RAIN OR SHINE
$25 IN-PERSON RACE FEE AT REGISTRATION + A TOY FOR CHILDREN VALUED AT $10 OR MORE
TO BE BROUGHT TO RUNNER CHECK-IN ON FRIDAY AFTERNOON OR SATURDAY MORNING. NO CASH DONATIONS FOR THE TOY WILL BE ACCEPTED.
Participants will receive the traditional long-sleeved Big Chill t-shirt during runner check-in.
We limit the in-person event to 3,000 runners and will close registration once we reach 3,000 runners.
RUNNER CHECK-IN WILL OCCUR ON FRIDAY, DECEMBER 13, FROM 25 PM AND SATURDAY, DECEMBER 14, FROM 8-9:45 AM AT THE COLLEGE AVE GYM, 130 COLLEGE AVE, NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ.
VIRTUAL RACE
LOCATION OF YOUR CHOICE | COMPLETE VIRTUAL RACE FROM DECEMBER 9 - DECEMBER 16, 2024.
THE $25 VIRTUAL RACE FEE INCLUDES THE BIG CHILL LONG-SLEEVE T-SHIRT (MAILED TO YOUR HOME).
VIRTUAL PARTICIPANTS CAN RUN OR WALK A 5K AT A LOCATION OF THEIR CHOICE AND SUBMIT THEIR 5K TIMES ANYTIME FROM MONDAY, DECEMBER 9 TO MONDAY, DECEMBER 16.
RACE FEE & DONATIONS
In 2023, through the generosity of our participants and donors, $8,000 raised from The Rutgers Big Chill was contributed to the No Hungry Knights Fund to fight food insecurity on campus. Additionally, the toys collected were distributed to children and families in the local New Brunswick community. The race fee supports the operational costs of hosting The Big Chill, ensuring we can continue making a meaningful impact year after year.
IN-PERSON RACE
DECEMBER 14, 2024 | COLLEGE AVENUE GYM | 10AM START | RAIN OR SHINE
$25 IN-PERSON RACE FEE AT REGISTRATION + A TOY FOR CHILDREN VALUED AT $10 OR MORE
TO BE BROUGHT TO RUNNER CHECK-IN ON FRIDAY AFTERNOON OR SATURDAY MORNING. NO CASH DONATIONS FOR THE TOY WILL BE ACCEPTED.
Participants will receive the traditional long-sleeved Big Chill t-shirt during runner check-in.
We limit the in-person event to 3,000 runners and will close registration once we reach 3,000 runners.
RUNNER CHECK-IN WILL OCCUR ON FRIDAY, DECEMBER 13, FROM 25 PM AND SATURDAY, DECEMBER 14, FROM 8-9:45 AM AT THE COLLEGE AVE GYM, 130 COLLEGE AVE, NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ.
VIRTUAL RACE
LOCATION OF YOUR CHOICE | COMPLETE VIRTUAL RACE FROM DECEMBER 9 - DECEMBER 16, 2024.
THE $25 VIRTUAL RACE FEE INCLUDES THE BIG CHILL LONG-SLEEVE T-SHIRT (MAILED TO YOUR HOME).
VIRTUAL PARTICIPANTS CAN RUN OR WALK A 5K AT A LOCATION OF THEIR CHOICE AND SUBMIT THEIR 5K TIMES ANYTIME FROM MONDAY, DECEMBER 9 TO MONDAY, DECEMBER 16.
RACE FEE & DONATIONS
In 2023, through the generosity of our participants and donors, $8,000 raised from The Rutgers Big Chill was contributed to the No Hungry Knights Fund to fight food insecurity on campus. Additionally, the toys collected were distributed to children and families in the local New Brunswick community. The race fee supports the operational costs of hosting The Big Chill, ensuring we can continue making a meaningful impact year after year.
Races
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Rutgers Big Chill 5K
Incl. Rutgers Big Chill Long T-Sleeve Shirt
Sat 14th December 2024 (10:00AM EST)
$25.00
CLOSEDTHE BIG CHILL 5K WILL TAKE PLACE RAIN OR SHINE!! IN-PERSON RACE RUNNER CHECK IN Please drop off your $10 toy during runner check-in during the following dates and times: Pre-registered runner check in is located at the College Avenue Gym at 130 College Ave, New Brunswick, NJ 08901 during the following times: Friday, December 13, 2024 2:00pm-5:00pm Saturday, December 14, 2024 8:00am-9:45am OTHER INFORMATION Restrooms will be inside and portapotties will be outdoors on the corner of College Ave and Senior Street. Food and water will be available to participants outside upon completion of the 5K. Results for participants will be available live on the Compuscore website and upon completion of the race. -
Rutgers Virtual Big Chill 5K
Incl. Rutgers Big Chill Long T-Sleeve Shirt
$25.00
CLOSEDVIRTUAL RACE INFORMATION Virtual race participants may complete their race anytime between 12/9 -12/16/24. All virtual runners who enter their time by December 16th will be entered for a chance to win prizes! HOW TO SUBMIT RESULTS -Log into runsignup.com account -Click on person icon on the upper right hand side -Click on profile -Look at upcoming events. -On the right hand side is a button Submit Virtual Results. -Click and submit time. HOW TO DOWNLOAD DIGITAL BIB -Stay in profile under upcoming events. -On the right hand side is a button View Digital Bib. -Click and print bib and place on clothing during your run. -You can also download it onto social media. Take pictures with Rutgers Gear and Bib and upload your photos! HOW TO UPLOAD PHOTOS -After submitting results, you will be taken to a confirmation page. -Select Submit Your Photos and begin uploading. -Click on results (after submitting race time) -Click on photos and upload photos Submit From Big Chill Race Page -On top of page find headings Race Info, Event Info, Sign up, Team, Find Participant, and More -Click on More -Click on Photos and upload your photos DOWNLOAD FINISHER CERTIFICATE -Stay in profile -Click on Results (after submitting race time) -Click on View Finishers Certificate on the right hand side.
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