Bull City Beer Mile

🍺 Bull City Beer Mile Overview

The Glass Jug Beer Lab and Bull City Running Co. are proud to present the 5th annual Bull City Beer Mile on Saturday, April 25, 2026 in Downtown Durham's Central Park.

🏃‍♂️ What is a Beer Mile?

• Race Format: A 1-mile drinking race combining running and speed drinking.
• Course: The race takes place around Central Park (not flat!).
• Beer Consumption: The race begins with a 12-oz beer (RUN DRM lager by The Glass Jug Beer Lab).
• Participants: Must be 21 years old or older: options for 2-person and 4-person relays are available.

🎁 Participant Perks

• Included Beers: Every participant receives four 12-ounce beers.
• First 300 Registrants: Receive a Beer Mile headband, cooling towel, and sticker.
• Optional Swag: Attendees can purchase Beer Mile t-shirts, hats, socks, and glassware.
• Prizes: Top finishers receive medals that double as bottle openers and a prize pack from Hoka.

🎉 Party in the Park

• Event Duration: Heats run from 2:30 PM until 5 PM, with the party continuing until 6:30 PM.
• Entertainment: DJ Gummy will be playing music throughout the event.
• Food and Refreshments: Available on-site, with The Glass Jug mobile beer trailer.
• After-Party: Continued festivities in the park until 6:30 PM, and The Glass Jug taproom open until 12:00 AM.

🅿️ Parking Information

• Parking Locations: Available at the Durham Center Parking Garage at Foster and W Morgan St.
• Alternative Parking: Farmer's Market lot on Morris Street.
• Responsibility: Please drink and run responsibly!

For more details and to register, visit the official race page: Bull City Beer Mile Registration.