Murray Lender 5K Bagel Run

Event Overview

We, at the JCC of Greater New Haven, are excited to announce the 15th Murray Lender 5K Bagel Run, will be held on Sunday, September 20, 2026. 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

Location: 360 Amity Road, Woodbridge - JCC Campus near JCC Day Camps' entrance.

Alternate Participation Options

Want to take part in the day's festivities, but don't want to commit to a 5K?

• Two-Mile Walk: Try our two-mile Family Fitness Walk.
• Kids Race: Come early for the Kids Costume Race.
• Group Participation: Groups are encouraged to participate in all three events.
• T-Shirt Offer: 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, 2026.

Registration Discount: Save 20% off of race day registration fees by registering before August 24, 2026.

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

Post-Race Block Party

• Sidewalk Sale: Sidewalk sale by Woodbridge Running Company
• Prizes: Prizes for top three men and women overall and in each age group
• Participation Medals: Bagel medals for all participants
• Food: Bagels and cream cheese from Katz's Deli
• Treats: Delicious kosher and non-kosher goodies
• Costumes: Costumes encouraged
• Pets: Dogs allowed!

Wellness Services

Enjoy FREE on-site pre-and post-run massages and trainer-assisted stretching!

FREE on-site babysitting will also be available from 9-11 AM for children ages 2-8.

Early Bib Pick-Up

Beat the crowd! Pick up your race bib at Woodbridge Running Company. (Times TBD)

Location: Woodbridge Running Company

Times: TBD

Who: All registered Bagel Run participants

Race-Day Check-In

Can't make it? Race-day check-in will still be available.

Race Website

For more details, visit: Murray Lender 5K Bagel Run