BTCC - 33rd Annual Bigelow Tea Community Challenge

Be part of the Bigelow Tea's 33rd Annual BTCC 5k Run, 3k Fitness Walk & Kids' Fun Run benefiting over 20 local charities. Bring the family, a friend or just yourself to enjoy the views along the scenic Southport Harbor and Historic District! New this year is our Virtual option! 

New This Year!!!!

**New Race Pickup Details**

There will be NO race day pickup or registration. All race items must be picked up at Bigelow Tea during the following times:

Saturday, September 19th: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Monday, September 21st - Friday, September 25th: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Saturday, September 26th: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

With the price of registration, participants will receive a T-shirt, an amazing Goodie Bag, and access to great music, awards, raffle prizes, and delicious food! 

There will be ABSOLUTELY NO EXCHANGES of Goodie bags or t-shirts. Those who were unable to choose their T-shirt size online will be given an option on a first come first serve basis. 

After the race, we will provide a pre-wrapped/ sealed snack of some kind. Everyone's favorite giveaway, BEER, will be given in a sealed can to be enjoyed at home. Once you receive your post race items, we ask that you exit the race and leave immediately.

**Please note: Due to COVID-19, all food options this year will be packaged and all water will be bottled. There will be no water on the course. If you bring your own water for consumption on your run, we ask that you DO NOT THROW YOUR EMPTIES ON THE GROUND.

Masks must also be worn at ALL times, except when running! There will be a sanitation table for your use at any time during the event. 

In concern for your well being and the well being of others, we ask that you DO NOT ATTEND if you have ANY COVID-19 symptoms. In order to attend, you must be in good health at least 14 days prior to the day of our race. 

To further ensure safety, we ask that you:

• Follow all CDC safe distancing guidelines
• DO NOT CONGREGATE while preparing for the race or when you are finished with your race

Register now to ensure you won't miss out on the fun!

Time: 9 am-Noon, rain or shine.

**You must be checked in and registered before race day**

5K Run: $25 

**registration ends September 26th 

Start time: 9:00 am. 

This is a computer chip timed 5k event. You must complete the entire distance to win prizes. Awards will be given for the overall men's and women's champion. 

As always, you will enjoy a Free T-shirt & Goodie Bag, along with great music, food, and beer.

The raffle will occur virtually after the race. More details to come!

There will be NO babysitting this year, we apologize for any inconvenience. 

3K Fitness Walk: $25 

**registration ends September 26th                 

Start time: 10:30 am 

Walk at your own pace on a non-competitive course along scenic Southport Harbor and Historic District. Enjoy the views and know that you're contributing    to a good cause! This event is NOT computer timed. There are no awards for this walk. 

As always, you will enjoy a Free T-shirt & Goodie Bag, along with great music, food, and beer.

The raffle will occur virtually after the race. More details to come!

There will be NO babysitting this year, we apologize for any inconvenience. 

Kids' Fun Run: $10                                                                                                                                                                                 

**registration ends September 26th   

Start time: 9:00 am 

1/2 mile jog begins: 9:10 am

100-yard Scamper, 1/2-mile jog for kids ages Pre-K thru 6th grade. These kids events are not timed.

Virtual Race: $25 

If you are unable to join our fun-filled day, but still want to be part of the action, join us on a virtual run/walk! Take your very own journey and share it with us on your favorite social media platform. Just don't forget to tag us! @bigelowtea

This event is NOT computer timed. There are no awards. You are welcome to enter your time on our website, but we ask that you do so before Midnight on September 27th. Please follow these directions for submitting your time on our website. 

Virtual runners will still enjoy a Free T-shirt & Goodie Bag along with the chance to win one of our amazing raffles! The raffle will take place virtually. More details to come!

**Please Note: Race Giveaways will be picked up at Bigelow Tea before the race.

Wait, I'm out of state, what do I do? No worries--Please contact Janned Serrano (Sponsorships & General Information (203) 330-2510) and we can send your giveaway to you--shipping rates will apply.

Check back with us as we get closer to the race for exciting new updates!