LMCU Bridge Run

LMCU Bridge Run

The LMCU Bridge Run has been providing the community with a premier starting line to accomplish goals since 2002 and we invite you to join us in person or virtually to keep the tradition "running" (pun intended)! Whether you pick the 10 Mile Run or 5K Run/Walk, be assured you will have a great race day experience running through downtown Grand Rapids and of course, crossing the many bridges in the city.

Event Details

• Date: September 19, 2026
• Location: 731 Front Ave NW, Grand Rapids, 49504
• Kids Dash: 11:50am on September 19 at LMCU Ballpark
• Race Start: Both the 5K and 10 Mile begin at 8am

Routes

The 2026 Bridge Run will take place on SUNDAY, September 19, located on the west side of the 6th Street Bridge. The historic 6th Street Bridge is an icon and a favorite of our event participants. Both the 5K and 10 Mile routes will still go through downtown Grand Rapids. View the tentative routes by clicking on each distance: 5K | 10 Mile.

Why the Bridge Run?

• Finisher Medal: All participants receive an AWESOME finishers medal & commemorative shirt
• Aid Stations: Stations featuring Gatorade & water, with GU energy packets on the 10 Mile course
• Entertainment: 3 bands on the course & 1 in the finish area
• Prizes: Cash prizes for the top 3 finishers and overall masters winner for both the 5K & 10 Mile

Volunteer!

It takes over 400 volunteers to create the magic of race day. This is a great opportunity for school teams, families, and individuals to get involved and help our participants have an AMAZING race day experience. Visit our volunteer portal to see and sign up for all of our opportunities.

Awards

We are excited to have Gazelle Sports back this year to help provide our awards. The awards include:

• 1st place: $20 to Gazelle Sports + commemorative item
• 2nd place: $10 to Gazelle Sports + commemorative item
• 3rd place: commemorative item
• Age Groups: Start at 9 and under, then go every 5 years until 80+

Bib Pickup

Friday, September 18th from 4pm to 6pm
Gazelle Sports (3930 28th St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49512)
Show your bib for 10% at Gazelle Sports TODAY ONLY

Saturday, September 19th from 10am to 11:45am
LMCU Ballpark (4500 W River Dr NE, Comstock Park, MI 49321)

Sunday, September 20th from 6am to 7:30am
Start/Finish Area

Pacers

We offer pacers brought to the race by RunGR for the 10 Mile to help get you to your goal. The pace groups start at a 7-minute mile and go every 30 seconds to the 12-minute mile pace.

Links

For more information, visit the official race page at the Bridge Run.