Thousands Sign Up for the First-Ever NYC BAKERY RUN - A New York Half Marathon Fueled by Free Pastries

NEW YORK, Aug. 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- What if running 13.1 miles meant skipping the line at New York's best bakeries?

Since sign-ups opened yesterday, 5,136 New Yorkers have entered the lottery for the first-ever NYC BAKERY RUN, organized by TIPSTER, where a group of lucky runners of all levels will taste the city's most talked-about pastries without waiting in line or paying. 

The half marathon will take place on Sunday, September 21, 2025. Just 100 runners will be drawn by lottery to participate and taste cardamom buns, buttery croissants, and fruit-filled danishes along a route uniting the city's most celebrated bakeries: Radio Bakery, Librae Bakery, La Cabra, L'Appartement 4F, Elbow Bread, Gem Home, Raf's, and La Bicyclette.

"New York City is falling in love with bakeries, and a new generation of bakers is redefining the city's baking culture. The NYC BAKERY RUN celebrates their craft and pairs it with running, another quintessential daily ritual for many New Yorkers, and the interest is overwhelming," says Simon Evers, founder of TIPSTER, organizer of the event.

He encourages all pastry-hungry runners to sign up by September 10 at 11:59 PM ET.

The concept debuted earlier this year when the Danish-born food guide TIPSTER launched its first event in Copenhagen. The inaugural FASTELAVN BUN RUN drew over 8,000 sign-ups for the 100 spots and captured international headlines from Vietnam to Australia.

Now, the pastry-fueled half marathon makes its New York debut in the midst of an unfolding bakery renaissance.

"Our bakery is founded on Scandinavian traditions, and bringing that craft to New York has been an incredible journey for La Cabra. The NYC BAKERY RUN is a way to share that heritage with a wider community," says Esben Piper, founder of La Cabra.

"For us, baking is about sharing our craft with as many people as possible. A great pastry isn't just about taste; it's about the experience it creates. The NYC BAKERY RUN is a beautiful way to bring that joy onto the streets of New York, celebrating craft, community, and the city we love," says Kelly Mencin, founder of Radio Bakery.

"This isn't your typical race. No medals, just laminated dough. We're proud to be one of the bakeries fueling NYC's most buttery half marathon," says Gautier Coiffard, co-owner of L'Appartement 4F.

The NYC BAKERY RUN is free to enter, with sign-ups open until September 10 at 11:59 PM ET at tipster.io/nyc/run. Lottery winners will be notified on September 12.

Event Details
Date: Sunday, September 21, 2025, at 9:00 AM ET
Distance: 13.1 miles (all levels welcome)
Participation: Free entry by lottery, 100 runners total (50 pairs)
Sign-up Deadline: September 10, 2025, at 11:59 PM ET
Website: tipster.io/nyc/run

Press Contact
Simon Evers, Founder of TIPSTER & Event Organizer
+1 929-289-1211
[email protected]

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TIPSTER is a guide to exceptional food and beverage. For 14 years, we've spotlighted the people and places shaping how—and why—we eat and drink today, from standout bakeries to design-forward cafés, and Michelin-starred restaurants. Currently active in Copenhagen and New York, TIPSTER is about raising the bar on culinary quality.
More on: www.tipster.io

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