Education Foundation Ringling Bridge Run

🏃‍♂️ Event Overview

The Education Foundation of Sarasota County is proud to host the third annual Ringling Bridge Run — 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 5K, 10K, or family fun run. 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.

👕 Registration Details

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.

🚗 Parking & Race Times

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

Ringling Bridge Traffic: 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.

📦 Packet Pick-Up Schedule

• Thursday, April 23rd | TBA | TBA
• Friday, April 24th | TBA | TBA
• Saturday, April 25th | TBA | TBA

Packets not picked up by the last packet pickup will be forfeited.

🗺️ Race Maps

• 5K: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6565181821
• 10K: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6563847004
• Fun Run Map: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/50190330

Sponsorships available! You can help support this exciting event by becoming a sponsor. Get started now!