Annual Race at MudHen Brewing Company to Feature Live Music, Little Hen Mile and Post-Race Celebration
The Wildwoods, NJ — April 7, 2026 — MudHen Brewing Company will host the 2026 MudHen IPA 5K on Saturday, April 25, 2026, welcoming runners, walkers, and spectators to Wildwood for one of the brewery’s most anticipated annual events.
The race will take place at MudHen Brewing Company, located at 127 West Rio Grande Avenue in Wildwood, New Jersey, and is expected to attract more than 700 participants from across the region.
Participants will run a scenic course through Wildwood before returning to MudHen Brewing Company for a post-race celebration. Registration includes a MudHen IPA 5K T-shirt, timed race results, a post-race lite breakfast, a complimentary beer token for participants 21 and over, and medals for the top three finishers in each age group.
Following the race, runners and spectators are invited to stay for a full day of festivities including live music, food, and craft beer at MudHen Brewing Company. Guests can also enjoy breakfast at The Station House from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM or lunch inside the brewpub, and all IPA 5K and Little Hen Mile runners will receive 10% off their dine-in meal.
Little ones can enjoy the Little Hen Mile, a one-mile kids race designed for runners ages 12 and under. The race will begin at approximately 10:00 AM following the IPA 5K awards ceremony, giving families the opportunity to participate together in race day festivities.
The MudHen IPA 5K has become a popular spring tradition, bringing together runners of all levels for a fun and energetic race day in the heart of Wildwood.
The event will benefit the Lunch With Lynch Foundation, supporting their ongoing community initiatives.
In addition to the race, the day will feature live music throughout the property, creating a festival-style atmosphere for runners and spectators to enjoy.
Live Music Lineup – April 25
DJ Brother Mike in Main Parking Lot 7:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Anger Management in the Biergarten 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
LeCompt in the Station House 8:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Following the race, guests are encouraged to stay and enjoy MudHen Brewing Company’s craft beer, full food menu, and live entertainment throughout the day and evening.
Businesses also have the opportunity to support the event through sponsorship opportunities, with several partnership levels available that provide brand visibility throughout race promotions and on race day. Registration for the 2026 MudHen IPA 5K is now open at mudhenbrew.com.
EVENT DETAILS
MudHen IPA 5K
Saturday, April 25, 2026 MudHen Brewing Company 127 West Rio Grande Avenue Wildwood, NJ
Registration Includes: MudHen IPA 5K T-Shirt, Timed Race Results, Post-Race Lite Breakfast, Free Beer Token (21+), Medals for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place in each age group
Expected participation: 700+ runners
Registration: mudhenbrew.com
