LI Run Club Clash Presented by Stoked Athletics

Overview
The Long Island Run Club Clash is exactly what it sounds like — a 5K where local run clubs show up to compete against each other for bragging rights, prize money, and the People’s Choice crown. Presented by Stoked Athletics and Runners Edge and hosted at Sand City South Brewing in Lindenhurst, this one has a personality that most 5Ks don’t. The team competition format scores by the lowest combined time of each club’s top 4 finishers, which means depth matters as much as having one fast person.

There’s also a Funnest Club category decided by Instagram voting on the day, which tells you something about the vibe. The finish line is at a brewery with $5 beers until noon for participants and volunteers. Individual awards include $50 Runners Edge gift cards for top overall and masters finishers, and the winning team takes home $200 in gift cards and a trophy. A free Kids Fun Run goes off at 8:30 before the main 5K at 9:00.

This is a strong pick if you’re part of a Long Island run club and want a race that actually has some stakes and atmosphere to it. Even if you’re running solo, it’s a fun event with a competitive field and a good post-race setup.

What to Know
* No parking at Sand City South on race day. Plan alternate parking nearby and walk in.
* Free Kids Fun Run at 8:30 AM. 5K starts at 9:00 AM.
* Team competition: lowest combined time of top 4 club members wins. $200 team prize.
* $50 Runners Edge gift cards for top 1 M/F/X overall and top masters (40+).
* Happy hour pricing ($5 beers) at Sand City South until noon for participants and volunteers.