Beaufort Bridge Run 5K & 1+ Mile Dog Strut
- Date Sat 1st November 2025
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Beaufort, North Carolina
- Price $38.70
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a fantastic day of fun and fitness at the 7th Annual Beaufort Bridge Run 5K and 1+ Mile Dog Strut on Saturday, November 1, 2025! Taking place in the picturesque town of Beaufort, Carteret County, this exciting event features a scenic course that runs on and over the iconic Gallants Channel (Grayden Paul) Bridge and the Turner Street Bridge. Participants can choose to join the 5K race or the delightful Dog Strut, where our furry friends can strut their stuff—just remember, dogs are not allowed in the 5K!
This popular fall race promises to attract both elite and casual runners, along with their four-legged companions, all while raising awareness for diabetes and supporting local non-profits. The first 200 registrants will receive a special BBR2025 T-shirt, so don't miss your chance to grab one! After the race, celebrate at the official post-race party hosted by the Backstreet Pub, featuring delicious breakfast options and refreshing beverages. With stunning views, vibrant community activities, and a chance to explore the charming shops and eateries of historic Beaufort, this event is a can't-miss for runners, walkers, and families alike.
This popular fall race promises to attract both elite and casual runners, along with their four-legged companions, all while raising awareness for diabetes and supporting local non-profits. The first 200 registrants will receive a special BBR2025 T-shirt, so don't miss your chance to grab one! After the race, celebrate at the official post-race party hosted by the Backstreet Pub, featuring delicious breakfast options and refreshing beverages. With stunning views, vibrant community activities, and a chance to explore the charming shops and eateries of historic Beaufort, this event is a can't-miss for runners, walkers, and families alike.
Organiser's Description
The Beaufort Lions Club is pleased to announce our 7th Annual Beaufort Bridge Run 5K Race and 1+ Mile Dog Strut on November 1, 2025, with the course going on and over the two bridges in Beaufort. These events are the only ones to feature both Beaufort bridges the high-rise Gallants Channel (Grayden Paul) Bridge and the Turner Street Bridge. With this run/walk event, the Beaufort Lions Club will be starting our 2nd decade of fundraising road races. Previous events of this popular Fall race were the Glow Run in 2015 and 2016, the Front Street Gallop races in 2017 and 2018, the inaugural Beaufort Bridge Run in 2019 and 5 more BBRs starting in 2020 going through 2024, attracting hundreds of participants running, walking and barking for charitable causes supported by the Beaufort Lions Club. The Beaufort Bridge Run is a race destination for elite, casual and novice runners, literally giving the participants locals and visitors a spectacular view of our amazing town!
Dogs are only allowed to participate in the Dog Strut. _No dogs allowed in the 5K on the high-rise bridge per the NCDOT!
_Strollers are welcome in both events!
Remember, the first 200 to sign up will get a BBR2025 T-shirt! Register by October 3, 2025 to guarantee size. ONE SHIRT PER PAID PARTICIPANT. FREE T-SHIRTS ARE NOT AVAILABLE FOR RUNNERS UNDER 12 YEARS OLD, but can be purchased separately in advance, if available.
The legendary Backstreet Pub continues to be our official host of the Beaufort Bridge Run Post-Race Party! Beer, Mimosas, Bloody Marys, fabulous breakfast food from Turner Street Market and more! Thanks to Liz Kopf for all she does in support of the Bridge Run, the Lions Club and Beaufort!
The Beaufort Bridge Run is held in historic Beaufort NC, offering magnificent views of the town, Gallants Channel and Taylor's Creek. There is always plenty to do and so much going on in and around the "BeauZone". After the event, Bridge Runners/Walkers, friends and family can visit the Olde Beaufort Farmers' Market, open from 9:00am until 1:00pm, and stroll down Beaufort's beautiful, waterfront boardwalk and famous Front Street to visit amazing shops and restaurants, many of which are sponsors for the BBR2025. So, please, plan to spend some time after the race and see why Beaufort has been voted the Best Small Town in the South by Southern Living Magazine!
In addition to highlighting awareness of diabetes and its health effects, we are seeking sponsors to fund projects for several non-profit organizations that help people in our community, which includes Beaufort, Morehead City, Down East, Carteret County beaches and surrounding areas.
Our course is USATF certified and runners are chip-timed.
Fees (until midnight, October 26th, 2025)
Adult - $35
Under 12 - Free
Active military (with ID) - $30
After October 26, 2025 - $40, Military - $35.00
Registration & Packet Pickup
Registration available online at RunTheEast.com. ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE, NO IN-PERSON REGISTRATION ON RACE DAY!
Registration and packets for pre-registered participants will be available the morning of race 7:00am - 7:55am at the corner of Middle Lane and Turner Street, Beaufort NC.
Course
See Course Maps for details.
Awards
Awards will be given in the following categories:
5K Overall Female: 1st, 2nd, 3rd places
5K Overall Male: 1st, 2nd, 3rd places
5K Overall Female Master (40+): 1st, 2nd, 3rd places
5K Overall Male Master (40+): 1st, 2nd, 3rd places
5K Oldest Female: 1st place (if different from age group award winner)
5K Oldest Male: 1st place (if different from age group award winner)
5K Youngest Female: 1st place (if different from age group award winner)
5K Youngest Male: 1st place (if different from age group award winner)
TOP 3 MALE & FEMALE IN THE FOLLOWING AGE GROUPS:
12 & Under
13-19
20-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60-69
and 70+
Overall Dog Strut: 1st, 2nd, 3rd places
Giveaway:
T-Shirt
Small, Medium, Large, Extra Large, Extra Extra Large ($3.00 additional charge for XXL)
First 200 registered receive T-Shirts.
ONE SHIRT PER PAID PARTICIPANT. FREE T-SHIRTS ARE NOT AVAILABLE FOR RUNNERS UNDER 12 YEARS OLD, but can be purchased separately in advance, if available.
Dogs are only allowed to participate in the Dog Strut. _No dogs allowed in the 5K on the high-rise bridge per the NCDOT!
_Strollers are welcome in both events!
Remember, the first 200 to sign up will get a BBR2025 T-shirt! Register by October 3, 2025 to guarantee size. ONE SHIRT PER PAID PARTICIPANT. FREE T-SHIRTS ARE NOT AVAILABLE FOR RUNNERS UNDER 12 YEARS OLD, but can be purchased separately in advance, if available.
The legendary Backstreet Pub continues to be our official host of the Beaufort Bridge Run Post-Race Party! Beer, Mimosas, Bloody Marys, fabulous breakfast food from Turner Street Market and more! Thanks to Liz Kopf for all she does in support of the Bridge Run, the Lions Club and Beaufort!
The Beaufort Bridge Run is held in historic Beaufort NC, offering magnificent views of the town, Gallants Channel and Taylor's Creek. There is always plenty to do and so much going on in and around the "BeauZone". After the event, Bridge Runners/Walkers, friends and family can visit the Olde Beaufort Farmers' Market, open from 9:00am until 1:00pm, and stroll down Beaufort's beautiful, waterfront boardwalk and famous Front Street to visit amazing shops and restaurants, many of which are sponsors for the BBR2025. So, please, plan to spend some time after the race and see why Beaufort has been voted the Best Small Town in the South by Southern Living Magazine!
In addition to highlighting awareness of diabetes and its health effects, we are seeking sponsors to fund projects for several non-profit organizations that help people in our community, which includes Beaufort, Morehead City, Down East, Carteret County beaches and surrounding areas.
Our course is USATF certified and runners are chip-timed.
Fees (until midnight, October 26th, 2025)
Adult - $35
Under 12 - Free
Active military (with ID) - $30
After October 26, 2025 - $40, Military - $35.00
Registration & Packet Pickup
Registration available online at RunTheEast.com. ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE, NO IN-PERSON REGISTRATION ON RACE DAY!
Registration and packets for pre-registered participants will be available the morning of race 7:00am - 7:55am at the corner of Middle Lane and Turner Street, Beaufort NC.
Course
See Course Maps for details.
Awards
Awards will be given in the following categories:
5K Overall Female: 1st, 2nd, 3rd places
5K Overall Male: 1st, 2nd, 3rd places
5K Overall Female Master (40+): 1st, 2nd, 3rd places
5K Overall Male Master (40+): 1st, 2nd, 3rd places
5K Oldest Female: 1st place (if different from age group award winner)
5K Oldest Male: 1st place (if different from age group award winner)
5K Youngest Female: 1st place (if different from age group award winner)
5K Youngest Male: 1st place (if different from age group award winner)
TOP 3 MALE & FEMALE IN THE FOLLOWING AGE GROUPS:
12 & Under
13-19
20-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60-69
and 70+
Overall Dog Strut: 1st, 2nd, 3rd places
Giveaway:
T-Shirt
Small, Medium, Large, Extra Large, Extra Extra Large ($3.00 additional charge for XXL)
First 200 registered receive T-Shirts.
ONE SHIRT PER PAID PARTICIPANT. FREE T-SHIRTS ARE NOT AVAILABLE FOR RUNNERS UNDER 12 YEARS OLD, but can be purchased separately in advance, if available.
Races
-
Beaufort Bridge Run 5K
Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 1st November 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$38.70
-
1+ Mile Dog Strut (Untimed)
Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 1st November 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$38.70
Although we do not officially time the 1+ Mile Dog Strut we do have these award categories! -Top 3 Finishers
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