Running of the Bulls 8K
- Running
- 8 km
- 402 m
- 402 m
Durham, North Carolina, United States
Bull City Beer Mile
- Running
- 2 km
- 2 km
- 2 km
Durham Central Park, 501 Foster St, Durham, NC 27701, US
About the Event
Race Details
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? A 1-mile drinking race combining running and speed drinking. Competitors must be 21 years or older. The race involves consuming a 12-oz beer, followed by a 1/4 mile lap, repeated four times.
There are also 2-person and 4-person relay competition options.
The first 300 registrants will receive a Beer Mile headband, cooling towel, and sticker. Optional add-ons include t-shirts, hats, socks, and glassware.
Prizes will be awarded to the top 3 individual men and women, and the fastest 4-person and 2-person relay teams. Prizes include medals and a prize pack from Hoka.
Party in the Park
Heats run from 2:30 PM until 5 PM, with the party continuing until 6:30 PM. Features DJ Gummy, food vendors, and The Glass Jug mobile beer trailer.
The after-party continues in the park until 6:30 PM, with The Glass Jug taproom open until 12:00 AM.
Parking
Parking is available at the Durham Center Parking Garage and the Farmer's Market lot.
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