The ANDIAMO 5k
- Date Sat 12th October 2024
- Location Bridgeport, Connecticut
- Price Free - $38.10
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile, 1km
Event summary
Join us for the inaugural ANDIAMO 5K in Bridgeport, Connecticut, on Saturday, October 12, 2024! This exciting event will take place at the iconic Seaside Park, starting from the Perry Memorial Arch. Participants can choose from a timed 5K run, an untimed 1-mile walk, or a free Kids Fun Run for ages 9 and under. The 5K, measuring 3.11 miles, features a scenic and flat course along the beautiful coastline, making it perfect for runners and walkers of all abilities.
This community-focused celebration will honor the rich Italian-American heritage of Bridgeport, coinciding with Columbus Day weekend festivities. After the race, enjoy a delightful selection of Italian-themed refreshments and snacks while connecting with fellow participants and supporting local charities, including the Marine Corps Toys for Tots program. It’s a fantastic opportunity to get active, enjoy the stunning shoreline, and create lasting memories with family and friends. Don’t miss out on this wonderful day of fun, fitness, and community spirit in Bridgeport!
This community-focused celebration will honor the rich Italian-American heritage of Bridgeport, coinciding with Columbus Day weekend festivities. After the race, enjoy a delightful selection of Italian-themed refreshments and snacks while connecting with fellow participants and supporting local charities, including the Marine Corps Toys for Tots program. It’s a fantastic opportunity to get active, enjoy the stunning shoreline, and create lasting memories with family and friends. Don’t miss out on this wonderful day of fun, fitness, and community spirit in Bridgeport!
Organiser's Description
OUR INAUGURAL ANDIAMO! TIMED 5K RUN UNTIMED 1 MILE WALK KIDS FUN RUN
THE ICONIC SEASIDE PARK FROM THE PERRY MEMORIAL ARCHES AT THE START OF PARK AVE.
SATURDAY OCT 12, 2024
BRIDGEPORT, CT 06604
HOSTED BY
CIAS (COUNCIL OF ITALIAN AMERICAN ORGANIZATIONS OF GREATER BRIDGEPORT, INC)
BACIO (BRIDGEPORT AREA CULTURAL ITALIAN ORGANIZATIONS)
JOIN US AS WE START A NEW TRADITION. OUR GOAL IS TO BRING THE COMMUNITY TOGETHER WITH A MORNING OF ACTIVE FUN IN BRIDGEPORTS MOST BEAUTIFUL SHORELINE AND HISTORIC PUBLIC PLACES.
HONORING THE RICH ITALIAN-AMERICAN HERITAGE OF BRIDGEPORT ON THE COLUMBUS DAY WEEKEND HAS BEEN A LONG TRADITION FOR THE ITALIAN-AMERICAN SOCIETIES!
SO WE SAY ANDIAMO! _ LETS GO AND CELEBRATE!_
The 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing Band will be in concert at the Klein Memorial over the weekend. They will also be with us and will play the National Anthem at start.
OUR FIRST EVER ANDIAMO! OFFERS THREE EVENTS DESIGNED TO ENCOURAGE ALL ABILITIES AND AGE LEVELS-
all held entirely within the park and closed to traffic.
OUR 5K (3.11M) HTTPS://ONTHEGOMAP.COM/S/2ME9FDFB [https://onthegomap.com/s/2me9fdfb]
Thia route is accurately measured and starts from the Perry Memorial Arch. The course provides a scenic tour along the coast on very flat and accessible roads and sidewalks with beautiful water views. You can run or walk in our computer timed 5k event, Our courses are well marked with signs, cones, mile splits, and volunteers. It has been designed to keep you safe and free from traffic. _ONLY 5K FINISHERS ARE ELIGIBLE FOR AWARDS._
OUR ONE MILE WALK- THIS ROUTE IS THE FIRST MILE OF THE 5K COURSE (SEE LINK ABOVE)
It is a wonderful alternative for those not wanting to take on the 5k distance. Families, youngsters, adults, stroller can enjoy a great one mile loop within Seaside Park. This event is untimed and participants are not eligible for awards.
OUR FREE KIDS FUN RUN & SCAMPER IS FOR 9 YEARS AND UNDER ONLY. Parents/guardians can accompany the kids if needed (to avoid drama!). This untimed fun run is directed by Donna Cramond. Don't miss her warm up routime!
_NOTE- THERE IS A 250 LIMIT FOR THIS EVENT._ DONT GET SHUT OUT!
WHEN YOU ARE FINISHED enjoy snacks,Italian themed refreshments and fluids. Gather with friends and community members on the lawn. We hope this event will bring people together, promote connections and join in support of our charities. And maybe an informal bocce game will break out!
PROCEEDS AND DONATIONS will be divided between the Marine Corps Toys for Tots program and scholarships programs provided by CIAS and BACIO
We started this event to help various charities in our City and beyond. We hope you will join us in supporting this years recipients!
All donations of any amount are welcome and needed. Thank you in advance for your help, support and friendship.
Our sponsors will help to pay our costs- your donations and registration fees will directly help our charities.
Thank you!
REGISTRATION FEES -ALL AGES FOR THE 5K AND ONE MILE (KIDS RUN IS FREE):
Early fees till 10/6 $30 for runners and walkers 19 and over. Fees increase $5 10/7-10/12
$25 for runners and walkers 18 and under - remain the same through 10/12
T-SHIRTS: Guaranteed to all paid participants through 9/30. After that as available and we could run out. Register in time and get this inaugural collectors item!
AWARDS 5K finishers only
Overall M& F Champions
First Place M & F -Marine Corps Runners
1st place: M & F in age groups: 9 & under, 10-13, 14-18. 19-29. 30-39. 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+ (80+ awards only if pre reg by 10/1)
_NOTE- 2ND AND 3RD PLACE AWARDS MAY BE ADDED IF OUR REGISTRATION NUMBERS INCREASE FOR ALL AGE GROUPS._
OUR 5K COURSE map link is posted above: OUR MILE WALK COURSE is the first mile+ of the run course.
_BOTH EVENTS START IN THE SAME PLACE AT THE SAME TIME_. Walkers will follow runners.
PRE RACE PACKET PICKUP Friday, Oct 11, 3-7pm BASS PRO SHOPS OUTDOOR WORLD,
1 Bass Pro Drive, Bridgeport, CT
EVENT MORNING 10/12
_NOTE OUR TIME CHANGES TO SLIGHTLY LATER THAN ORIGINAL POST_
7:30- 9 AM: CHECK-IN BIB PICKUP AND LATE ONLINE REGISTRATION ONLY (PLEASE BRING PHONE OR IPAD TO REGISTER)
8:40 AM: FREE KIDS RUN FOR 9 YEARS OLD & UNDER
8:50 AM: ANNOUNCEMENTS, INTRODUCTORY REMARKS AND NATIONAL ANTHEM
9:00 AM, START OF THE 5K AND ONE MILE WALK, SAME PLACE, SAME TIME, IN FRONT OF THE ARCH
9:30 am AWESOME ITALIAN DELICACIES! MANGIA!
VAZZYS pizza MICALLIZIS Italian Ice LUIGIS CANOLI PIE COMPANY -
expect more to be added !
9:45 am: Awards Presentation or sooner if everyone is finished
EVENT VOLUNTEERS ARE ALWAYS NEEDED AS ARE EVENT SPONSORS/PARTNERS!
Please help us establish a great first time event which we hope will become a tradition.
CONTACT EVENT COORDINATOR _DOTTIE LUPERIELLO _ [email protected]
RACE DIRECTOR & LOGISTICS:
The event consultant is _MARTY SCHAIVONE_ - MS Running Productions. MSRP has managed running events Fairfield County sine 1991 including many in Bridgeport- the Black Rock Run for the Rock, The Bridgeport Hospital Homerun, the Aquarion 5K, & the very popular Vicki Soto 5K from the amphitheater.
Contact Marty for information on this event and many of the other 30+ races he directs- [email protected]
THE ICONIC SEASIDE PARK FROM THE PERRY MEMORIAL ARCHES AT THE START OF PARK AVE.
SATURDAY OCT 12, 2024
BRIDGEPORT, CT 06604
HOSTED BY
CIAS (COUNCIL OF ITALIAN AMERICAN ORGANIZATIONS OF GREATER BRIDGEPORT, INC)
BACIO (BRIDGEPORT AREA CULTURAL ITALIAN ORGANIZATIONS)
JOIN US AS WE START A NEW TRADITION. OUR GOAL IS TO BRING THE COMMUNITY TOGETHER WITH A MORNING OF ACTIVE FUN IN BRIDGEPORTS MOST BEAUTIFUL SHORELINE AND HISTORIC PUBLIC PLACES.
HONORING THE RICH ITALIAN-AMERICAN HERITAGE OF BRIDGEPORT ON THE COLUMBUS DAY WEEKEND HAS BEEN A LONG TRADITION FOR THE ITALIAN-AMERICAN SOCIETIES!
SO WE SAY ANDIAMO! _ LETS GO AND CELEBRATE!_
The 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing Band will be in concert at the Klein Memorial over the weekend. They will also be with us and will play the National Anthem at start.
OUR FIRST EVER ANDIAMO! OFFERS THREE EVENTS DESIGNED TO ENCOURAGE ALL ABILITIES AND AGE LEVELS-
all held entirely within the park and closed to traffic.
OUR 5K (3.11M) HTTPS://ONTHEGOMAP.COM/S/2ME9FDFB [https://onthegomap.com/s/2me9fdfb]
Thia route is accurately measured and starts from the Perry Memorial Arch. The course provides a scenic tour along the coast on very flat and accessible roads and sidewalks with beautiful water views. You can run or walk in our computer timed 5k event, Our courses are well marked with signs, cones, mile splits, and volunteers. It has been designed to keep you safe and free from traffic. _ONLY 5K FINISHERS ARE ELIGIBLE FOR AWARDS._
OUR ONE MILE WALK- THIS ROUTE IS THE FIRST MILE OF THE 5K COURSE (SEE LINK ABOVE)
It is a wonderful alternative for those not wanting to take on the 5k distance. Families, youngsters, adults, stroller can enjoy a great one mile loop within Seaside Park. This event is untimed and participants are not eligible for awards.
OUR FREE KIDS FUN RUN & SCAMPER IS FOR 9 YEARS AND UNDER ONLY. Parents/guardians can accompany the kids if needed (to avoid drama!). This untimed fun run is directed by Donna Cramond. Don't miss her warm up routime!
_NOTE- THERE IS A 250 LIMIT FOR THIS EVENT._ DONT GET SHUT OUT!
WHEN YOU ARE FINISHED enjoy snacks,Italian themed refreshments and fluids. Gather with friends and community members on the lawn. We hope this event will bring people together, promote connections and join in support of our charities. And maybe an informal bocce game will break out!
PROCEEDS AND DONATIONS will be divided between the Marine Corps Toys for Tots program and scholarships programs provided by CIAS and BACIO
We started this event to help various charities in our City and beyond. We hope you will join us in supporting this years recipients!
All donations of any amount are welcome and needed. Thank you in advance for your help, support and friendship.
Our sponsors will help to pay our costs- your donations and registration fees will directly help our charities.
Thank you!
REGISTRATION FEES -ALL AGES FOR THE 5K AND ONE MILE (KIDS RUN IS FREE):
Early fees till 10/6 $30 for runners and walkers 19 and over. Fees increase $5 10/7-10/12
$25 for runners and walkers 18 and under - remain the same through 10/12
T-SHIRTS: Guaranteed to all paid participants through 9/30. After that as available and we could run out. Register in time and get this inaugural collectors item!
AWARDS 5K finishers only
Overall M& F Champions
First Place M & F -Marine Corps Runners
1st place: M & F in age groups: 9 & under, 10-13, 14-18. 19-29. 30-39. 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+ (80+ awards only if pre reg by 10/1)
_NOTE- 2ND AND 3RD PLACE AWARDS MAY BE ADDED IF OUR REGISTRATION NUMBERS INCREASE FOR ALL AGE GROUPS._
OUR 5K COURSE map link is posted above: OUR MILE WALK COURSE is the first mile+ of the run course.
_BOTH EVENTS START IN THE SAME PLACE AT THE SAME TIME_. Walkers will follow runners.
PRE RACE PACKET PICKUP Friday, Oct 11, 3-7pm BASS PRO SHOPS OUTDOOR WORLD,
1 Bass Pro Drive, Bridgeport, CT
EVENT MORNING 10/12
_NOTE OUR TIME CHANGES TO SLIGHTLY LATER THAN ORIGINAL POST_
7:30- 9 AM: CHECK-IN BIB PICKUP AND LATE ONLINE REGISTRATION ONLY (PLEASE BRING PHONE OR IPAD TO REGISTER)
8:40 AM: FREE KIDS RUN FOR 9 YEARS OLD & UNDER
8:50 AM: ANNOUNCEMENTS, INTRODUCTORY REMARKS AND NATIONAL ANTHEM
9:00 AM, START OF THE 5K AND ONE MILE WALK, SAME PLACE, SAME TIME, IN FRONT OF THE ARCH
9:30 am AWESOME ITALIAN DELICACIES! MANGIA!
VAZZYS pizza MICALLIZIS Italian Ice LUIGIS CANOLI PIE COMPANY -
expect more to be added !
9:45 am: Awards Presentation or sooner if everyone is finished
EVENT VOLUNTEERS ARE ALWAYS NEEDED AS ARE EVENT SPONSORS/PARTNERS!
Please help us establish a great first time event which we hope will become a tradition.
CONTACT EVENT COORDINATOR _DOTTIE LUPERIELLO _ [email protected]
RACE DIRECTOR & LOGISTICS:
The event consultant is _MARTY SCHAIVONE_ - MS Running Productions. MSRP has managed running events Fairfield County sine 1991 including many in Bridgeport- the Black Rock Run for the Rock, The Bridgeport Hospital Homerun, the Aquarion 5K, & the very popular Vicki Soto 5K from the amphitheater.
Contact Marty for information on this event and many of the other 30+ races he directs- [email protected]
Races
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Andiamo 5k
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 12th October 2024
$38.10
CLOSEDRun or walk our flat and scenic 5k course. Enjoy the views of Long Island Sound over 95% of the 3.11 miles. Friends and family can see you at the start, mile one and finish- all from one spot! You'll get our inaugural shirt- sure to be a collector's item. Hang around after for our Italian based post run food...and maybe an ad hoc bocce game! -
Andiamo One Mile Walk
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 12th October 2024
$27.50
CLOSEDEnjoy your walk on our flat and scenic 5k course. Enjoy the views of Long Island Sound over 95% of the time. Friends and family can see you at the start and finish- all from one spot! You'll get our inaugural shirt- sure to be a collector's item. Hang around after for our Italian based post run food...and maybe an ad hoc bocce game! -
Andiamo Kids Fun Run
Sat 12th October 2024
Free
CLOSED.5 miles or less, can be varying distances based on ages and numbers of little tykes. NINE yrs and UNDER ONLY PLEASE! Adults may accompany child to avoid drama (real or imagined). Directed by the ubiquitous, illustrious, and certified Grandmother Donna Cramond.
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