The Big Run - Global Running Day Celebration
- Date
- June 3, 2026
- Distance
- The Big Run 5K · Kids Dash
From the Organizer
Celebrate with Fleet Feet Princeton five decades of running with Fleet Feet at The Big Run presented by Brooks. This community 5K on Global Running Day is all about summer vibes, shared memories and the kind of runner’s high that keeps you coming back. Register today for The Big Run and let the good miles roll with Fleet Feet Princeton! All runners/walkers will get a medal and some goodies from our sponsors. We're excited to work with our local and national sponsors for this event!
Packet Pick Up & On Site Registration
- Sunday, May 31st 12pm - 5pm @ Fleet Feet Princeton
- Tuesday June 2nd 12pm - 7pm @ Fleet Feet Princeton
- Day of Packet Pick Up 5pm - 6pm @ Rosedale Park Picnic Pavilion
Event Schedule:
6:00pm Kids Dash
6:20pm Group Warmup Powered by Alpha Fit Club - Princeton (optional but encouraged)
6:30pm 5K Starts
7:30pm Awards
Kids Dash:
We will have a family friendly kid run starting at 6 pm for kids 12 and under. We'll do a shorter version of our run (0.5 mile) and all kids will be given a medal! We'll have a quick check-in before the run around 5:55pm near the start/finish line. Family members are encouraged to run with their kids.
Food:
Refuel and celebrate after the race with delicious onsite dining! Try Tacoria's new Fit Menu and Rita's refreshing treats for the perfect post-race meal and cool-down.
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About This Sport
From Endurance Grid's Founder
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With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
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From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is The Big Run - Global Running Day Celebration?
- The Big Run - Global Running Day Celebration is a running event held in Pennington, NJ. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
- When and where is The Big Run - Global Running Day Celebration?
- Wednesday, June 3, 2026 in Pennington, NJ at 424 Federal City Rd, Pennington, NJ. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for The Big Run - Global Running Day Celebration?
- Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.
The Big Run - Global Running Day Celebration
Jun 3, 2026