Education Foundation Ringling Bridge Run

Event Overview

• Host: The Education Foundation of Sarasota County
• Event: Third annual Ringling Bridge Run
• Date: April 26, 2026
• Location: 1055 Blvd of the Arts, Sarasota, FL

Race Options

• Distance: Choose from the 5K, 10K, or family fun run
• Participation: Suitable for seasoned runners, casual walkers, and families
• Beneficiary: Proceeds benefit the Education Foundation to support public school teachers and students
• Inclusions: Registration fee includes a shirt and a finisher medal

Start Times

• 10K Start Time: 7:00 am
• 5K Start Time: 7:30 am
• Family Fun Run Start Time: 8:00 am
• Parking: Van Wezel Performing Arts | 777 N Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL 34236

Traffic & Safety

• Traffic Flow: Traffic will flow in both directions during the race
• Closure: West-bound side of the bridge will be closed for safety
• Police Assistance: Supported by the Sarasota Police Department
• Contact: For safety, walkers and strollers should start behind the runners

Packet Pick-Up Schedule

• Thursday, 4/23/2026: 3:00 pm – 6:30 pm at Jaguar Land Rover | 4821 Clark Rd, Sarasota, FL 34233
• Friday, 4/24/2026: 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm at Fit2Run University Town Center Mall | 140 University Town Dr, Space 110, Sarasota, FL 34243
• Saturday, 4/25/2026: 10:00 am – 2:00 pm at Education Foundation of Sarasota County | Tom & Sherry Koski LaunchPad | 2000 Webber St Ste 130, Sarasota, FL 34239
• Note: There is no race-day packet pick-up. Packets not picked up will be forfeited.

Race Maps

• 5K Course: View Map
• 10K Course: View Map
• Fun Run Map: View Map
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More Information

For additional details, please visit the official event page: Ringling Bridge Run.