Fitzgerald's Lager Run
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Fitzgerald's 5K Lager Run & The Nipper Two Kilometer Run
The event takes place in Glen Ridge, New Jersey, on June 14, 2026, at Hurrell Field and benefits the Glen Ridge Community Fund. It includes a five kilometer road race and a two kilometer course, plus an option to enter both races.
Course details note that the Lager Run 5K is USATF certified and a net downhill route along tree-lined streets with a fast track finish. The Nipper 2K is described as a new, net downhill double-loop course that finishes on the Hurrell Field track. The 5K is also designated as the USATF-NJ Masters Women’s 5K Championship while remaining open to all runners and walkers. The event is planned to proceed rain or shine.
Entry is available in three options: the 5K, the 2K, and a combined both-races option. Current listed prices in the event offers are $30.10 for the 5K, $21.50 for the 2K, and $51.60 for the both-races option; other pricing information in the source shows additional fee levels and discounts at earlier dates.
Amenities and awards include commemorative New Balance singlets or limited cotton T shirts, technical T shirts while supplies last, commemorative pint glasses for the top 100 men and top 100 women in the 5K, and finishers medals associated with The Nipper 2K. A post race gathering features Hoboken beer, water, soda, and pretzels; state alcohol rules require wristbands and ID for adult beverages. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
