Cedar Run's Trails, Tails & Ales: 5k Charity Trail Run & Beer Garden 2026

The race.

Cedar Run's Trails, Tails & Ales takes place on September 26, 2026, in Medford, NJ at Woodford Cedar Run Wildlife Refuge. The 5K trail run begins at 9 a.m., with check-in and registration from 8–9 a.m. at the Pavilion outside the Nature Center (4 Sawmill Road). Participants receive a limited-edition event t-shirt, water, light refreshments, and a sample cup for the beer garden featuring local breweries. A separate $20 beer garden pass is available for non-runners. Awards go to the first two race finishers, and fundraising prizes are awarded to top individual and team fundraisers. The beer garden operates from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Pre-registration closes September 23 at midnight; day-of registration is available. Proceeds support Cedar Run's wildlife rehabilitation, environmental education, and habitat preservation programs.