Racin' for Bacon 4 Miler and Pup Strut
- Date
- November 22, 2026
- Location
- Nomahgen Park, Cranford, NJ
- Distance
- Racin for Bacon 4 miler · Racin for Bacon 2k Pup Strut
From the Organizer
🥓 Did someone say bacon?
YES. WE. DID. 🥓
Kick off Thanksgiving week the MegaBite Runs way... Race for Bacon — a fun, festive Turkey Trot–inspired 4 Mile run & Pup Strut on Sunday, November 22 at Nomahgen Park
This flat, fast course is perfect for runners and walkers looking to burn a few calories before the big feast — and the reward is worth it… FREE BACON waiting for you at the finish line! 🥓🔥
🐾 New this year — Pup Strut!
Bring your fur baby out for our 1.5-mile Pup Walk
✔️ You get the bacon
✔️ Your pup gets a bacon dog treat
✔️ Everyone wins 🐶🥓
Like all MegaBite races, this event is rain, snow, or shine, so dress for the weather and come ready for fun.
🥓 Finish Line Perks
• Awesome Racin’ for Bacon finisher medal
• Freshly cooked bacon from Btch'n Bacon on a Stick and More...
• A Thanksgiving-week vibe you won’t find at a typical Turkey Trot
This race is open to all levels of runners and walkers
You can walk or run either race! Bring the family, bring the dog, and definitely bring your appetite for FUN!
🎁 Give Back This Thanksgiving Season
Please bring an unwrapped toy — we’ll be supporting Toys for Tots in Northern New Jersey.
🏃♂️ Registration (plus RunSignUp fees)
• 4 Mile race – $40
• 1.5 Mile Pup Strut – $25
⚠️ Price increases by $10 per race 21 days before the event
Register by midnight to lock in the lower rate.
📦 Packet Pick-Up
• Pre-race location: TBA
• Race-day pick-up begins at 8:30 AM
• Same-day registration available if spots remain
👕 IMPORTANT NOTE
T-shirts and finisher medals are guaranteed if you register by October 31st.
🦃🥓 Burn calories now… feast later.
Race for Bacon this Thanksgiving season!
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Racin' for Bacon 4 Miler and Pup Strut?
- Racin' for Bacon 4 Miler and Pup Strut is a running event held in Cranford, NJ. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
- When and where is the Racin' for Bacon 4 Miler and Pup Strut?
- Sunday, November 22, 2026 in Cranford, NJ at Nomahgen Park, Cranford, NJ. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Racin' for Bacon 4 Miler and Pup Strut?
- Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.
Racin' for Bacon 4 Miler and Pup Strut
Nov 22, 2026