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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.

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: 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

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Friday, April 24th | TBA | TBA

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Saturday, April 25th | TBA | TBA

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Packets not picked 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!

The 11th Annual SUP & RUN 5K presented by Charles Schwab or Sarasota event will be held at Nathan Benderson Park to benefit RUCK9 (www.RUCK9.com)

The SUP & RUN 5K gives athletes three great races in one to choose from.

• 5K RUN

• 5K Stand Up Paddle Board (SUP) OR

• 5K SUP & 5K RUN

(There is a start line mat (chip) for the combination SUP & RUN)

Athletes participating in the combination SUP & RUN will run the 5K first and then hop on their paddle board for a 5K paddle around Nathan Benderson Park. The SUP & RUN 5K draws top runners and SUP'ers who compete for cash prizes but it's our not-so-serious athletes who have the most prominent place in the event.

Athletes participating in the SUP portion of the race MUST know how to swim. If you are not able to swim, you may not participate in the SUP portion.

The SUP & RUN 5K is a family style event.

WALKERS ARE WELCOME and encouraged to attend.

Why choose the SUP & RUN 5K?

1. Every finisher receives a custom finisher medal.

2. The race shirts are AMAZING!

3. AWARDS GO 6 DEEP IN EACH 5 YEAR AGE GROUP!

4. SWAG, to quote a participant, "this race SWAG is truly head and shoulders above most races"

5. The food & post-race celebration party is FUN! FUN!

6. Whoa! There is a beer garden, a SIP & RUM station and AMAZING VENDORS where you can buy really cool stuff AND

7. The Athletes, Vendors, Sponsors, and Spectators: ALL CELEBRATING OUR Uniquely Created Canines!

RACE DAY/TIME

Saturday, May 2, 2026

All Races Start at 8 AM sharp!

If renting a paddleboard, please arrive by 7 AM to secure your board & paddle.

2026 Packet Pick-Up Times, Dates and Locations

Wednesday, April 29th | 4PM - 7PM | TBA

Thursday, April 30th | 4PM – 7PM | TBA |

Friday, May 1st | 4PM – 7PM | Nathan Benderson Park (at the Finishing Tower) | 5851 Nathan Benderson Circle (34235)

Need more reasons? Visit our Facebook page for regular updates: SUP & RUN 5K

Celebrate what makes running fun — high-fives, endorphins, good friends. Come hang with Fleet Feet on Global Running Day, run a breezy 3.1 miles and make The Big Run an epic party.

The run-down on The Big Run:

Wednesday, June 3rd, 2026 at 6:00PM at Fleet Feet Sarasota

This is a fun run, it will not be chipped or timed.

Entry Fee: FREE! Open to runners and walkers of ALL ages and abilities. Children, families and dogs welcome!

5k route along surrounding roads and by the water

After the run, the celebration continues with beer, food, and all sorts of other goodies.

Ready to commit? Register for the Big Run now!

Life;Story is Centerstone’s national walk/run for suicide prevention, bringing communities together across Illinois, Tennessee, and Florida for a day of hope, healing, and connection.

Participants of all ages and abilities are welcome—from seasoned runners to families with strollers, toddlers in the kids’ races, and pups on leashes. Whether you join us in person or virtually, you’ll be part of a meaningful experience that uplifts those impacted by suicide and celebrates the courage it takes to keep going.

The semicolon in Life;Story symbolizes a pause—not an ending—and reflects the belief that every person’s story has more ahead. This event carries that spirit forward with a supportive, energizing atmosphere filled with community vendors, mental health resources, free giveaways, and crowd-favorite perks like an event T‑shirt, finisher medal, and our curated Spotify playlist.

Proceeds from Life;Story help Centerstone provide mental health and addiction services for individuals with limited or no resources. By participating, you’re helping save lives, strengthening your community, and reminding others that their story matters—and that it’s far from over.

A $5 discount is available to 1st Responders using promo code, 1STRESPONDER5, and to Military/Veterans using promo code MILITARY5.

McIntosh Middle School is hosting a one-mile run/ walk in the woods. After the race participants can join in on the free Fall Festival Fun!

The one-mile run is through the beautiful woods around McIntosh Middle School.

Awards will be announced by the DJ and posted on a board by the DJ at the Fall Festival.

Medals are going out to age group winners 1st, 2nd and 3rd place.

M/F OA, <10, 11-12, 13-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59 & 60>

If you are not fast, no worries, we have Bib raffle prizes too.

Packet Picket:

November 6 at Fleet Feet from 5:30-7:00 711 South Osprey Ave Sarasota, Fl

McIntosh Students can get their packets at school from Ms. Zaremba in room 602 on Nov 6th and Nov 7th

Race Day Pick-up available starting at 4:30 until 5:15

You can park in the lot by the newly built barn.