Education Foundation Ringling Bridge Run

Education Foundation Ringling Bridge Run Race Information

<h5><br />The <a href="https://edfoundationsrq.org/about-us/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"><strong>Education Foundation of Sarasota County</strong></a> is proud to host the third annual <strong>Ringling Bridge Run</strong> — a community tradition across the iconic Ringling Bridge. Whether you’re a seasoned runner, a casual walker, or bringing the whole family for the fun run, there’s something for everyone. Participants can choose from the <strong>5K, 10K, or family fun run</strong>. 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.</h5> <h5>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.</h5> <h5><b>Parking: </b>Van Wezel Performing Arts | 777 N Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL 34236 <br /><b>The race starts at The Bay</b><br /><b>10K Start Time: </b>7:00 am<b><br />5K Start Time:</b> 7:30 am<br /><b>Family Fun Run Start Time:</b> 8:00 am <i><br /><br /></i><strong>Ringling Bridge Traffic:</strong><i> </i>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.<br /><br /><span style="text-decoration:underline"><strong>Packet Pick-Up Schedule:<br /></strong></span><strong>Thursday, April 23rd</strong> | TBA | TBA<br />Address: TBA<br /><strong>Friday, April 24th</strong> | TBA | TBA<br />Address: TBA<br /><strong>Saturday, April 25th</strong> | TBA | TBA<br />Address: TBA<br /><br /><em><strong>**Packets not picked by the last packet pickup will be forfeited.**</strong></em></h5> <h5><i><b><br /></b></i><span style="text-decoration:underline"><b>Race Maps:</b></span><i><b><br /></b></i><b>5K:</b><i><b> <a href="https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6565181821" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6565181821</a>  <br /></b></i><b>10K:</b><i><b> <a href="https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6563847004" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6563847004</a>  <br /></b></i><b>Fun Run Map:</b><i><b> <a href="https://ridewithgps.com/routes/50190330" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://ridewithgps.com/routes/50190330</a>   <br /><br />Sponsorships available!</b> You can help support this exciting event by becoming a sponsor. <a href="https://edfoundationsrq.org/community/ways-to-give/event-sponsorship-opportunities/ringling-bridge-run-sponsorships/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Get started now!</a></i></h5>