BRC Blue Coat Run & Beer Festival

📍 Event Location & Logistics

• Race Start: Riverfront Promenade, 110 High Street, Burlington, NJ 08016
• Course Certification: Flat and fast scenic loop through historic Burlington with Delaware River views (USATF Certified: NJ17002LMB).
• Parking: Free parking is available off High Street. Attendees are highly encouraged to use the NJ Transit River LINE, which drops off right near the starting line.

The BRC Blue Coat Run

The BRC Blue Coat Run, hosted by the Burlington Running Club, offers a flat, fast, and USATF-certified course perfect for both PR-chasers and casual walkers. Starting at the Riverfront Promenade, the scenic 3.1-mile route takes runners through historic Burlington, NJ, offering gorgeous, unobstructed views of the Delaware River. With a strict cap of 350 participants, this high-energy community race features cash prizes for top finishers and competitive age-group awards, making it a standout event on your local running calendar.

The Raccoon Pour Tour

The first annual Swedesboro Brewing Company Beer Festival & Pubhaus Anniversary Celebration bringing together the full flavor of our brewery portfolio for one unforgettable celebration of craft beer, community, and creativity. Enjoy a curated selection of beers from all four locations — Swedesboro Brewing, Raccoon Taproom, Raccoon Pubhaus, and Raccoon Saloon — with 30 featured beers pouring, alongside a dedicated Giggle Juice tent serving six specialty mixers and three frozen slushies. Guests may purchase a tasting package for $30 ($25 for Mug Club Members), which includes a commemorative 2oz tasting cup and unlimited samples throughout the festival, or choose to purchase individual draft pint pours, Giggle Juice cocktails, and slushies available for $8 ($6 for members), and can pours for $5 all day. Complete with live entertainment, food trucks, riverfront views, and festival atmosphere, The Raccoon Pour Tour brings the entire Swedesboro Brewing portfolio together for one special celebration along the Riverfront Promenade from 12–6 PM.

⏱️ Schedule of Events

Thursday, September 17

• 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM: Early Packet Pickup (352 High Street, Burlington, NJ 08016)

Race Day, Saturday September 19

• 8:45 AM – 9:45 AM: Race day registration and packet pickup (Riverfront Promenade)
• 10:00 AM: 5K Race Start
• 11:30 AM: The Raccoon Pour Tour gates open to runners and brewery members
• 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM: The Raccoon Pour Tour opens to the public

💰 Registration & Pricing

Note: The field is strictly capped at 350 runners. Online pre-registration is strongly recommended. Race shirts are guaranteed only for registrations completed by August 19, 2026.

5k Run Only

• Early Bird (6/1-6/30): $30
• Regular (7/1 - 7/31): $35 
• Last Month (8/1 - 9/18): $40 
• Race Day (9/19): $45 (if available)

🏆 Awards & Podiums

Overall Cash Prizes (Top 3 Male & Female)

• 1st Place: $75
• 2nd Place: $50
• 3rd Place: $25

Age Group Awards (Top 3 Male & Female)

• 14 & Under | 15–19 | 20–29 | 30–39 | 40–49 | 50–59 | 60–69 | 70 & Over

Teams & Clubs

• Largest Group/Club: Prize awarded to the single largest registered team.
• Competitive Teams: Minimum of 3 members to score. Awarded to the top team.

🤝 Volunteers & Contact Info

The Burlington Running Club needs your help to make this event happen! If you or someone you know wants to volunteer for the race or festival, please reach out.

• Event Coordinator: Aisha O’Donnell
• Phone: (609) 775-7688
• Email: BurlingtonRunningClub5K@gmail.com
• Websites: burlingtonrunningclub.com | swedesborobrewing.com/pour-tour