Murray Lender Bagel Run 5K
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Event overview
The Murray Lender 5K Bagel Run will take place on Sunday, September 20, 2026, at the JCC of Greater New Haven, 360 Amity Road, Woodbridge, CT. This is the 15th running of the event. The race program includes a 5K on a USATF certified course that winds through residential neighborhoods, a 2 Mile Family Fitness Walk/Run, and a Kids Costume Race open to ages 4 to 10. The 5K and 2 Mile events list entry fees; the Kids Costume Race is free. Free event t-shirts are provided to participants who pre-register for the 5K or the Family Fit Walk before September 1, 2026.
Additional information
The starting line is at the JCC campus near the JCC Day Camps entrance. The event offers babysitting services during all races and free on-site babysitting for children ages 2 to 8. A post-race block party will include a sidewalk sale by Woodbridge Running Company, prizes for the top three men and women overall and in each age group, bagel medals for participants, bagels and cream cheese from Katz’s Deli, kosher and non-kosher food, and encouragement of costumes; dogs are allowed. Free on-site pre- and post-run massages and trainer-assisted stretching are available. Early bib pick-up is offered at Woodbridge Running Company; times are to be determined. Race-day check-in is available. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
