Seaside 5K Walk & Run
- Date Sat 17th May 2025
- Time 8:45AM EST
- Location Bridgeport, Connecticut
- Price Free - $27.50
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the vibrant Seaside 5K Walk & Run on Saturday, May 17, 2025, at the stunning Seaside Park in Bridgeport, Greater Bridgeport! This exciting event invites participants of all ages and abilities to enjoy a morning filled with active fun in one of Connecticut’s most cherished public spaces, originally designed by the renowned Frederick Law Olmsted.
Choose from three engaging events: the officially timed 5K (3.11 miles), an untimed one-mile walk, and a free Kids Fun Run for children aged 9 and under. The scenic 5K route offers a picturesque coastal experience along flat, accessible pathways, ensuring a safe and enjoyable atmosphere for everyone. After crossing the finish line, celebrate your achievement with snacks, refreshments, and a chance to connect with fellow community members. Whether you’re a seasoned runner, a casual walker, or a family with young children, the Seaside 5K Walk & Run promises a fantastic day out while supporting Groundwork Bridgeport’s mission to revitalize the community. Don't miss this opportunity to get active, meet new friends, and contribute to a great cause!
Choose from three engaging events: the officially timed 5K (3.11 miles), an untimed one-mile walk, and a free Kids Fun Run for children aged 9 and under. The scenic 5K route offers a picturesque coastal experience along flat, accessible pathways, ensuring a safe and enjoyable atmosphere for everyone. After crossing the finish line, celebrate your achievement with snacks, refreshments, and a chance to connect with fellow community members. Whether you’re a seasoned runner, a casual walker, or a family with young children, the Seaside 5K Walk & Run promises a fantastic day out while supporting Groundwork Bridgeport’s mission to revitalize the community. Don't miss this opportunity to get active, meet new friends, and contribute to a great cause!
Organiser's Description
GROUNDWORK BRIDGEPORT IS RETURNNING AND WILL HOST A 5K (3.11MI) RUN/WALK, AN UNTIMED ONE MILE WALK, AND FREE KIDS RUN AT SEASIDE PARK THIS SPRING!
WE HOPE TO BRING THE COMMUNITY TOGETHER THROUGH A MORNING OF ACTIVE FUN IN ONE OF BRIDGEPORT'S MOST BEAUTIFUL AND HISTORIC PUBLIC SPACES. ORIGINALLY DESIGNED BY FREDERICK LAW OLMSTED AND DEVELOPED BY P.T. BARNUM, THE PARK IS A TRUE GEM AND ONE OF BRIDGEPORT AND CONNECTICUT'S GREATEST TREASURES.
WE OFFER THREE EVENTS DESIGNED TO ENCOURAGE ALL ABILITY LEVELS- ALL THREE ARE ENTIRELY WITHIN THE PARK AND CLOSED TO TRAFFIC.
OUR ACCURATELY MEASURED 5K (3.11MI) ROUTE WILL LEAVE FROM THE MONUMENTAL PERRY MEMORIAL ARCH. THE COURSE PROVIDES A SCENIC TOUR ALONG THE COAST ON VERY FLAT AND ACCESSIBLE ROADS AND SIDEWALKS. _YOU CAN RUN OR WALK IN OUR TIMED 5K EVENT,_ ALL ABILITIES ARE ENCOURAGED AND WELCOME. OUR COURSES ARE WELL MARKED WITH SIGNS, CONES, MILE SPLITS & VOLUNTEERS. IT HAS BEEN DESIGNED TO KEEP YOU SAFE AND FREE FROM TRAFFIC. _5K FINISHERS ONLY ARE ELIGIBLE FOR AWARDS._
OUR ONE MILE WALK IS A WONDERFUL ALTERNATIVE FOR THOSE NOT WANTING TO TAKE ON THE 5K DISTANCE. FAMILIES, YOUNGSTERS, ADULTS, STROLLERS...ENJOY A GREAT ONE MILE LOOP WITHIN SEASIDE PARK. FINISHERS AT THIS UNTIMED DISTANCE ARE NOT ELIGIBLE FOR AWARDS.
OUR FREE KIDS FUN RUN & SCAMPER IS FOR 9 YEARS AND UNDER ONLY. PARENTS/GUARDIANS CAN ACCOMPANY THEIR LITTLE TYKES IF NEEDED.
AFTER YOU ARE FINISHED- YOU CAN ENJOY SNACKS, REFRESHMENTS AND FLUIDS. YOULL MEET OTHER COMMUNITY MEMBERS ON THE LAWN. WE HOPE THIS EVENT WILL BRING PEOPLE TOGETHER, PROMOTE CONNECTIONS AND JOIN IN SUPPORT OF OUR CHARITIES. AT TIMES RUNNING AND WALKING CAN FEEL LIKE AN INDIVIDUAL SPORT, BUT NOT WHEN YOURE IN OUR EVENTS WITH THE GROUNDWORK BRIDGEPORT!
ANY PROCEEDS AND DONATIONS WILL BE AWARDED TO GROUNDWORK BRIDGEPORT. _GROUNDWORK BRIDGEPORT _IS A COMMUNITY-BASED ORGANIZATION DEDICATED TO THE HOLISTIC REVITALIZATION OF BRIDGEPORT THROUGH PHYSICAL, SOCIAL, AND ENVIRONMENTAL INTERVENTIONS. LEARN MORE AT GWBPT.ORG [https://runsignup.com/gwbpt.org]
REGISTRATION FEES- ALL AGES FOR THE 5K AND ONE MILE (KIDS RUN IS FREE):
FEB -------- $25
MARCH $28
APRIL 1- MAY 11 $30
MAY 12- MAY 17:$35
NOTE- ON THE DAY OF THE EVENT WE CAN ONLY TAKE REGISTRATION ONLINE. BRING YOUR PHONE OR IPAD!
AWARDS -5K FINISHERS ONLY
OVERALL M & F CHAMPIONS
FIRST PLACE M & F BRIDGEPORT RESIDENT
1ST PLACE M & F IN AGE GROUPS: 9 & UNDER, 10-13, 14-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
5K COURSE MAP HTTPS://WWW.GMAP-PEDOMETER.COM/?R=7417645 [https://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=7417645]
ONE MILE WALK COURSE- IS THE FIRST MILE+ OF THE RUN COURSE. BOTH EVENTS START IN THE SAME PLACE AT THE SAME TIME.
SCHEDULE ON EVENT MORNING
7:45-8:55 AM: CHECK-IN, BIB PICKUP, AND LATE ONLINE REGISTRATION ONLY
8:45 AM: FREE KIDS RUN FOR 9 YEAR OLD & UNDER
8:55 AM: ANNOUNCEMENTS AND INTRODUCTORY REMARKS
9:00 AM: START OF THE 5K WALK & RUN, SAME PLACE, SAME TIME, IN FRONT OF THE ARCH
9:45 AM: AWARDS DISTRIBUTED
EVENT VOLUNTEERS ARE ALWAYS NEEDED AS ARE EVENT SPONSOR/PARTNERS. PLEASE HELP US TO RE-ESTABLISH THIS GREAT EVENT WITH AN EYE TO THE FUTURE.
CONTACT- MARY AT [email protected] FOR INFORMATION ON PARTNER OPPORTUNITIES AND TO VOLUNTEER
CONTACT FOR DAY OF EVENT:
THE EVENT CONSULTANT IS MARTY SCHAIVONE - MS RUNNING PRODUCTIONS. MSRP HAS MANAGED RUNNING EVENTS IN FAIRFIELD COUNTY SINCE 1991 INCLUDING MANY IN BRIDGEPORT SUCH AS THE HABITAT FOR HUMANITY 5K, THE RUN FOR THE ROCK IN BLACK ROCK, AND THEVICKI SOTO 5K FROM THE AMPHITHEATER. ALSO THE BEACH BUNNY, POLICE SUNSET AND COLONY GRILL 5KS IN FAIRFIELD, AND THE GREAT PUMPKIN CLASSIC AT TRUMBULL HIGH.
WE HOPE TO BRING THE COMMUNITY TOGETHER THROUGH A MORNING OF ACTIVE FUN IN ONE OF BRIDGEPORT'S MOST BEAUTIFUL AND HISTORIC PUBLIC SPACES. ORIGINALLY DESIGNED BY FREDERICK LAW OLMSTED AND DEVELOPED BY P.T. BARNUM, THE PARK IS A TRUE GEM AND ONE OF BRIDGEPORT AND CONNECTICUT'S GREATEST TREASURES.
WE OFFER THREE EVENTS DESIGNED TO ENCOURAGE ALL ABILITY LEVELS- ALL THREE ARE ENTIRELY WITHIN THE PARK AND CLOSED TO TRAFFIC.
OUR ACCURATELY MEASURED 5K (3.11MI) ROUTE WILL LEAVE FROM THE MONUMENTAL PERRY MEMORIAL ARCH. THE COURSE PROVIDES A SCENIC TOUR ALONG THE COAST ON VERY FLAT AND ACCESSIBLE ROADS AND SIDEWALKS. _YOU CAN RUN OR WALK IN OUR TIMED 5K EVENT,_ ALL ABILITIES ARE ENCOURAGED AND WELCOME. OUR COURSES ARE WELL MARKED WITH SIGNS, CONES, MILE SPLITS & VOLUNTEERS. IT HAS BEEN DESIGNED TO KEEP YOU SAFE AND FREE FROM TRAFFIC. _5K FINISHERS ONLY ARE ELIGIBLE FOR AWARDS._
OUR ONE MILE WALK IS A WONDERFUL ALTERNATIVE FOR THOSE NOT WANTING TO TAKE ON THE 5K DISTANCE. FAMILIES, YOUNGSTERS, ADULTS, STROLLERS...ENJOY A GREAT ONE MILE LOOP WITHIN SEASIDE PARK. FINISHERS AT THIS UNTIMED DISTANCE ARE NOT ELIGIBLE FOR AWARDS.
OUR FREE KIDS FUN RUN & SCAMPER IS FOR 9 YEARS AND UNDER ONLY. PARENTS/GUARDIANS CAN ACCOMPANY THEIR LITTLE TYKES IF NEEDED.
AFTER YOU ARE FINISHED- YOU CAN ENJOY SNACKS, REFRESHMENTS AND FLUIDS. YOULL MEET OTHER COMMUNITY MEMBERS ON THE LAWN. WE HOPE THIS EVENT WILL BRING PEOPLE TOGETHER, PROMOTE CONNECTIONS AND JOIN IN SUPPORT OF OUR CHARITIES. AT TIMES RUNNING AND WALKING CAN FEEL LIKE AN INDIVIDUAL SPORT, BUT NOT WHEN YOURE IN OUR EVENTS WITH THE GROUNDWORK BRIDGEPORT!
ANY PROCEEDS AND DONATIONS WILL BE AWARDED TO GROUNDWORK BRIDGEPORT. _GROUNDWORK BRIDGEPORT _IS A COMMUNITY-BASED ORGANIZATION DEDICATED TO THE HOLISTIC REVITALIZATION OF BRIDGEPORT THROUGH PHYSICAL, SOCIAL, AND ENVIRONMENTAL INTERVENTIONS. LEARN MORE AT GWBPT.ORG [https://runsignup.com/gwbpt.org]
REGISTRATION FEES- ALL AGES FOR THE 5K AND ONE MILE (KIDS RUN IS FREE):
FEB -------- $25
MARCH $28
APRIL 1- MAY 11 $30
MAY 12- MAY 17:$35
NOTE- ON THE DAY OF THE EVENT WE CAN ONLY TAKE REGISTRATION ONLINE. BRING YOUR PHONE OR IPAD!
AWARDS -5K FINISHERS ONLY
OVERALL M & F CHAMPIONS
FIRST PLACE M & F BRIDGEPORT RESIDENT
1ST PLACE M & F IN AGE GROUPS: 9 & UNDER, 10-13, 14-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
5K COURSE MAP HTTPS://WWW.GMAP-PEDOMETER.COM/?R=7417645 [https://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=7417645]
ONE MILE WALK COURSE- IS THE FIRST MILE+ OF THE RUN COURSE. BOTH EVENTS START IN THE SAME PLACE AT THE SAME TIME.
SCHEDULE ON EVENT MORNING
7:45-8:55 AM: CHECK-IN, BIB PICKUP, AND LATE ONLINE REGISTRATION ONLY
8:45 AM: FREE KIDS RUN FOR 9 YEAR OLD & UNDER
8:55 AM: ANNOUNCEMENTS AND INTRODUCTORY REMARKS
9:00 AM: START OF THE 5K WALK & RUN, SAME PLACE, SAME TIME, IN FRONT OF THE ARCH
9:45 AM: AWARDS DISTRIBUTED
EVENT VOLUNTEERS ARE ALWAYS NEEDED AS ARE EVENT SPONSOR/PARTNERS. PLEASE HELP US TO RE-ESTABLISH THIS GREAT EVENT WITH AN EYE TO THE FUTURE.
CONTACT- MARY AT [email protected] FOR INFORMATION ON PARTNER OPPORTUNITIES AND TO VOLUNTEER
CONTACT FOR DAY OF EVENT:
THE EVENT CONSULTANT IS MARTY SCHAIVONE - MS RUNNING PRODUCTIONS. MSRP HAS MANAGED RUNNING EVENTS IN FAIRFIELD COUNTY SINCE 1991 INCLUDING MANY IN BRIDGEPORT SUCH AS THE HABITAT FOR HUMANITY 5K, THE RUN FOR THE ROCK IN BLACK ROCK, AND THEVICKI SOTO 5K FROM THE AMPHITHEATER. ALSO THE BEACH BUNNY, POLICE SUNSET AND COLONY GRILL 5KS IN FAIRFIELD, AND THE GREAT PUMPKIN CLASSIC AT TRUMBULL HIGH.
Races
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5K Walk & Run - Timed Event
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 17th May 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$27.50
OPENS SOONOur 5k distance is a timed event. Finishers completing the entire course are eligible for awards whether they run or walk. Your finish time is used. GROUNDWORK- Our Vision A Connecticut where all communities are thriving economically, socially, physically, and environmentally. Our Mission WHY WE ARE HERE... Groundwork Bridgeport (Groundwork) is a community based 501(c)(3) non-profit organization with a mission to bring about the sustained regeneration, improvement, and management of the physical environment, by empowering people, businesses, and organizations to promote environmental, economic, and social well-being. Since its inception in 1998, Groundworks main goal has been to convert blighted areas into gardens, parks, playgrounds, and other open spaces that instill pride in the community. To accomplish these goals, the organization develops education, community service, and other programming as a means of improving the quality of life for those it serves. Groundworks programs primarily serve and impact populations that are marginalized and lacking readily accessible resources. -
One Mile Walk - Non Timed Event
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 17th May 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$27.50
OPENS SOONThis one mile distance is NOT timed. Finishers are not eligible for awards but do receive everything that the 5k participants get. -
Kids Scamper
Sat 17th May 2025 (8:45AM EDT)
Free
OPENS SOONThis event is limited to 9 year olds and under ONLY. Adults/parents/guardians can accompany their kids to avoid any potential drama. No awards but there will be finisher ribbons.
Seaside 5K Walk & Run