David Brearley Fun Run/Walk
About this race
Come celebrate the birth of David Brearley—American Founding Father and signer of the Constitution—by participating in a fun run! This scenic, out-and-back 5K course begins at his historic home, the Brearley House (built in 1761), and follows the Delaware & Raritan Canal to the Port Mercer Canal House (built in the 1830s).
Prizes will be awarded to the top three male and female finishers.
Registration includes snacks, drinks, and tours of the Brearley House.
Due to limited parking at the Brearley House, parking will be available at the corporate park adjacent to the property:
2000 Lenox Drive, Lawrenceville, NJ 08648.
From there, participants will follow the Lawrence Hopewell Trail to the Brearley House. The walk is approximately ¼–½ mile, and directional signs will be posted. If you require accommodations, please reach out in advance.
Registration opens at 7:30 AM inside the Brearley House. Participants are welcome to explore the home before or after the race. Restrooms are available on site. Race-day registration will also be offered.
All proceeds benefit the Lawrence Historical Society.
Please reach out with any questions.
Join fellow runners on June 7, 2025 for the David Brearley Fun Run/Walk. It's a fantastic 5K featuring a flat and fast course in Lawrence Township.
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Brearley Fun Run/Walk (5K)
Enjoy a beautiful run from the Brearley House to the Port Mercer Canal House along the Delaware & Raritan Canal. Prizes will be given to overall and age group winners, and post event refreshments will be served. Registration will begin at 7:30 inside the Brearley House. Feel free to explore the home before or after your race. Bathrooms are available inside the house for your convenience. Race day registration available. Due to limited parking at the Brearley House, Parking will be available at the corporate park right next to the house. The address is 2000 Lenox Dr, Lawrenceville, NJ 08648. You will then follow the Lawrence Hopewell Trail to get to the Brearley House. It's about a ¼-½ mile walk and signs will be posted with directions. If you need accommodations, please reach out.
Brearley Fun Run/Walk (5K) Member Registration
This is for discounted signup for members of the Lawrence Historical Society. For more information on how to become a member please visit https://www.thelhs.org/join-or-donate-today.
Weather Overview
These values reflect historical conditions on the race dates in Lawrence Township in 2025, from Open-Meteo archive data.
About Lawrence Township
David Brearley Fun Run/Walk takes place in Lawrence Township, New Jersey, United States. The local timezone is America/New_York.
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