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 an exhilarating day at the Education Foundation Ringling Bridge Run on Sunday, April 26, 2026, in beautiful Sarasota! This iconic event offers a variety of race options for everyone, including a thrilling 5K, a challenging 10K, and a delightful Family Fun Run. The races will kick off at the stunning Bay, leading participants across the picturesque Ringling Bridge, where local school drumlines will be on hand to keep the energy high and spirits soaring!

Join the community in supporting the Education Foundation of Sarasota County's mission to prepare every student for life. Whether you're a seasoned runner or looking for a fun family outing, this event is perfect for all. Registration includes a stylish shirt and a finisher award, and walkers and strollers are welcomeβ€”just remember to start behind the runners for safety. Don't miss this chance to lace up for students and enjoy a day filled with excitement and camaraderie!

Organiser's Description

THE EDUCATION FOUNDATION OF SARASOTA COUNTY IS PROUD TO BRING BACK THE ICONIC EDUCATION FOUNDATION RINGLING BRIDGE RUN! THERE ARE SEVERAL OPTIONS FOR RUNNERS AND FAMILIES5K, 10K, AND A FAMILY FUN RUN. THIS EVENT WILL START AND FINISH AT THE BAY AND TAKE YOU ACROSS THE BEAUTIFUL RINGLING BRIDGE. ALONG THE WAY, LOCAL SCHOOL DRUMLINES WILL PLAY TO CHEER YOU ON! THE RUN SUPPORTS THE EDUCATION FOUNDATION OF SARASOTA COUNTY'S MISSION TO UNITE THE COMMUNITY TO PREPARE EACH AND EVERY STUDENT FOR LIFE! WE HOPE YOU WILL JOIN US AS WE LACE UP FOR STUDENTS!

YOUR 5K/10K REGISTRATION FEE INCLUDES A SHIRT AND A FINISHER AWARD. 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

    OPENS 27 SEP
    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

    OPENS 27 SEP
    The registration fee includes a shirt and finisher award.
  • Education Foundation Ringling Bridge Fun Run

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

    Free

    OPENS 27 SEP

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Location

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

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