Rutgers Big Chill 5K
About this race
The Rutgers Big Chill 5k is a charitable event that has served the Rutgers University-New Brunswick, NJ community since 2003. Similarly to last year, we will offer both an in-person and virtual race. Our in-person race will occur on December 13 at 10 am, with runner check-in taking place on Friday afternoon and Saturday morning. The Rutgers Big Chill has been a staple within the Rutgers University-New Brunswick Community for over 20 years and is enjoyed by thousands of runners yearly. We aim to continue the Big Chill tradition while giving back to the community and keeping participants active and motivated.
In-Person Race
December 13, 2025 | College Avenue Gym | 10am start | Rain or Shine
$27 In-Person race fee at registration + a toy for children valued at $10 or more.
Toys should be brought to Runner Check-In on Friday afternoon or Saturday morning. No cash donations for the toy will be accepted.
Participants will receive the traditional long-sleeved Big Chill t-shirt during runner check-in.
We limit the in-person event to 3,250 runners and will close registration once we reach 3,250 runners.
Runner Check-in will occur on Friday, December 12, from 2–5 pm and Saturday, December 13, from 8-9:45 am at the College Ave Gym, 130 College Ave, New Brunswick, NJ.
Virtual Race
Location of your choice | Complete Virtual Race from December 8 - December 15, 2025.
The $10 virtual race fee includes a printable bib online. Shirts available for purchase.
Virtual participants can run or walk a 5K at a location of their choice and submit their 5K times anytime from Monday, December 8– Monday, December 15.
RACE FEE & DONATIONS
In 2024, through the generosity of our participants and donors, over $8,000 raised from The Rutgers Big Chill was contributed to the No Hungry Knights Fund to fight food insecurity on campus. Additionally, the toys collected were distributed to children and families in the local New Brunswick community. The race fee supports the operational costs of hosting The Big Chill, ensuring we can continue making a meaningful impact year after year.
BIG CHILL STORE
Get ready for race day! The official Big Chill 5K Store is now live — shop your favorite Big Chill gear today.
- Virtual runners can purchase their race shirts directly through the site.
- All runners can grab extra shirts, cozy sweatshirts, and hats to show off their Big Chill spirit all season long.
Visit the store now and gear up for one of Rutgers’ favorite traditions:
https://shoprhouse.com/collections/store-big-chill
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Running
Rutgers Big Chill 5K
THE BIG CHILL 5K WILL TAKE PLACE RAIN OR SHINE!! IN-PERSON RACE RUNNER CHECK IN Please drop off your $10 toy during runner check-in during the following dates and times: Pre-registered runner check in is located at the College Avenue Gym at 130 College Ave, New Brunswick, NJ 08901 during the following times: Friday, December 12, 2025 2:00pm-5:00pm Saturday, December 13, 2025 8:00am-9:45am OTHER INFORMATION Restrooms will be inside and portapotties will be outdoors on the corner of College Ave and Senior Street. Food and water will be available to participants outside upon completion of the 5K. Results for participants will be available live on the Compuscore website and upon completion of the race. The Big Chill Store is Now Open Shop your favorite Big Chill gear today. Virtual runners can purchase their race shirts directly through the site. All runners can grab extra shirts, cozy sweatshirts, and hats to show off their Big Chill spirit all season long. Visit the store now and gear up for one of Rutgers’ favorite traditions: https://shoprhouse.com/collections/store-big-chill
Rutgers Virtual Big Chill 5K
VIRTUAL RACE INFORMATION Virtual race participants may complete their race anytime between 12/8 -12/15/25. All virtual runners who enter their time by December 15th will be entered for a chance to win prizes! The official Big Chill 5K Store is live. Shop your favorite Big Chill gear today. Virtual runners can purchase their race shirts directly through the site. All runners can grab extra shirts, cozy sweatshirts, and hats to show off their Big Chill spirit all season long. Visit the store now and gear up for one of Rutgers’ favorite traditions: https://shoprhouse.com/collections/store-big-chill HOW TO SUBMIT RESULTS -Log into runsignup.com account -Click on person icon on the upper right hand side -Click on profile -Look at upcoming events. -On the right hand side is a button “Submit Virtual Results”. -Click and submit time. HOW TO DOWNLOAD DIGITAL BIB -Stay in profile under upcoming events. -On the right hand side is a button “View Digital Bib”. -Click and print bib and place on clothing during your run. -You can also download it onto social media. Take pictures with Rutgers Gear and Bib and upload your photos! HOW TO UPLOAD PHOTOS -After submitting results, you will be taken to a confirmation page. -Select Submit Your Photos and begin uploading. -Click on results (after submitting race time) -Click on photos and upload photos Submit From Big Chill Race Page -On top of page find headings Race Info, Event Info, Sign up, Team, Find Participant, and More -Click on More -Click on Photos and upload your photos DOWNLOAD FINISHER CERTIFICATE -Stay in profile -Click on Results (after submitting race time) -Click on View Finishers Certificate on the right hand side.
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