Education Foundation Ringling Bridge Run

  • Date Sun 26th April 2026
  • Time 7:00AM EDT
  • Location Sarasota, Florida
  • Price Free - $54.00
  • Races 3 races
  • Distances 10km, 5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Get ready for a thrilling community event at the third annual Ringling Bridge Run on Sunday, April 26, 2026, in beautiful Sarasota, Florida! This exciting race takes participants across the iconic Ringling Bridge, offering a fantastic opportunity for seasoned runners and casual walkers alike to enjoy the scenic views while supporting a great cause. Choose from three race distances: the 5K starting at 7:30 AM, the 10K at 7:00 AM, or join the fun in the Family Fun Run at 8:00 AM.

Proceeds from the event benefit the Education Foundation of Sarasota County, which supports local public school teachers and students with vital programs. All registered participants will receive a race shirt and finisher medal, and families are encouraged to come out and enjoy the day together. Join us for a day filled with fun, fitness, and community spirit as we run for education!

Organiser's Description

THE EDUCATION FOUNDATION OF SARASOTA COUNTY [https://edfoundationsrq.org/about-us/] IS PROUD TO HOST THE THIRD ANNUAL RINGLING BRIDGE RUN A COMMUNITY TRADITION ACROSS THE ICONIC RINGLING BRIDGE. WHETHER YOURE A SEASONED RUNNER, A CASUAL WALKER, OR BRINGING THE WHOLE FAMILY FOR THE FUN RUN, THERES SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE. PARTICIPANTS CAN CHOOSE FROM THE 5K, 10K, OR FAMILY FUN RUN. PROCEEDS BENEFIT THE EDUCATION FOUNDATION OF SARASOTA COUNTY, A NONPROFIT THAT SUPPORTS PUBLIC SCHOOL TEACHERS AND STUDENTS IN SARASOTA COUNTY WITH PROGRAMS THAT PREPARE STUDENTS TO GET READY AND GO FURTHER.

YOUR 5K/10K REGISTRATION FEE INCLUDES A SHIRT AND A FINISHER MEDAL. WALKERS AND STROLLERS ARE WELCOME BUT WE KINDLY ASK THAT YOU START AND STAY BEHIND THE RUNNERS FOR SAFETY REASONS.

PARKING: VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS | 777 N TAMIAMI TRL, SARASOTA, FL 34236
THE RACE STARTS AT THE BAY
10K START TIME: 7:00 AM
5K START TIME: 7:30 AM
FAMILY FUN RUN START TIME: 8:00 AM _

_RINGLING BRIDGE TRAFFIC:_ _THROUGHOUT THE RACE, TRAFFIC WILL FLOW IN BOTH DIRECTIONS. BETWEEN 6-10AM, THE EAST-BOUND SIDE OF THE BRIDGE WILL BE OPEN FOR TWO-WAY TRAFFIC AND THE WEST-BOUND SIDE WILL BE CLOSED TO PROVIDE SAFE CROSSING FOR RACE PARTICIPANTS, GUIDED BY THE SARASOTA POLICE DEPARTMENT.

PACKET PICK-UP SCHEDULE:
THURSDAY, APRIL 23RD | TBA | TBA
ADDRESS: TBA
FRIDAY, APRIL 24TH | TBA | TBA
ADDRESS: TBA
SATURDAY, APRIL 25TH | TBA | TBA
ADDRESS: TBA

_**PACKETS NOT PICKED BY THE LAST PACKET PICKUP WILL BE FORFEITED.**_

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_RACE MAPS:_
_5K:_ HTTPS://WWW.MAPMYRUN.COM/ROUTES/VIEW/6565181821 [https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6565181821]
_10K:_ HTTPS://WWW.MAPMYRUN.COM/ROUTES/VIEW/6563847004 [https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6563847004]
_FUN RUN MAP:_ HTTPS://RIDEWITHGPS.COM/ROUTES/50190330 [https://ridewithgps.com/routes/50190330]

SPONSORSHIPS AVAILABLE! YOU CAN HELP SUPPORT THIS EXCITING EVENT BY BECOMING A SPONSOR. GET STARTED NOW! [https://edfoundationsrq.org/community/ways-to-give/event-sponsorship-opportunities/ringling-bridge-run-sponsorships/]_

Races

  • Education Foundation Ringling Bridge 10k

    Incl. $4.00 Fee & Shirt

    Sun 26th April 2026 (7:00AM EDT)

    $54.00

    The registration fee includes a shirt and finisher award.
  • Education Foundation Ringling Bridge 5k

    Incl. $3.40 Fee & Shirt

    Sun 26th April 2026 (7:30AM EDT)

    $43.40

    The registration fee includes a shirt and finisher award.
  • Education Foundation Ringling Bridge Fun Run

    Sun 26th April 2026 (8:00AM EDT)

    Free

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Location

1055 Blvd of the Arts, Sarasota, 34236, FL, United States

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