5 running, walking, duathlon, and other events in Bridgeport, Connecticut

Event Information

Food insecurity and families facing hunger problems are increasing at an alarming pace. Here at the Bishop Jean William Pantry and Community Market a program of Park City Initiative Corp., we have been helping families for over 23 years. Currently, we provide over ONE MILLION MEALS annually to over 900 families with an increase of 20% in the past two months! Every year, Park City Initiative (PCI) hosts a Walk-A-Thon fundraiser and friend-raiser.

The PCI Walk-A-Thon is scheduled for Saturday, March 21, 2026, with the goal to have over 300 people walk. We are inviting companies and foundations to be sponsors, reaching out to churches and other agencies that support pantries, and asking our volunteers and loyal donors to support this vitally important fundraiser with a goal of $60,000. Please partner with Park City Initiative (PCI) nonprofit organization that sponsors the Bishop Jean Williams Food Pantry and Community Market as well as several other programs for children and families. Make a direct impact on those in need with your support of a simple donation; it's an investment in a brighter future. Together, we can turn hope into action, provide much-needed nourishment, and build a resilient community that lifts everyone up. Your generosity is the cornerstone of positive change—join us in our mission to transform lives. Your investment in our future leaders can make a difference that lasts a lifetime.

Join Us for the 5K Walk/Run to Support Amputees During Amputee Awareness Month

Join us on April 25, 2026 for an unforgettable 5K at Seaside Park! Set along the beautiful waterfront in Bridgeport, this scenic course offers breathtaking view, fresh ocean air, and a flat, runner-friendly route perfect for all fitness levels. Whether you're racing for a personal best, walking with friends or supporting a meaningful cause, this event brings the whole community together for a powerful morning of movement and purpose. Lace up your sneakers and be part of something inspiring.

How You Can Help:

Participate in the 5K walk/run

Donate to support amputees and their families

Spread the word to raise awareness

Every step we take together helps someone rebuild their life after amputation. Let’s come together to make a difference!

YouAreNotAlone #SupportAmputees #KennedyCollective5K/

Come and join us on the fastest and safest triathlon course in CT for the eighteen edition of the Mini of Fairfield County Seaside Sprint Triathlon and Duathlon. This sprint-distance race is set at beautiful Seaside Park in Bridgeport CT. The course is flat and closed to traffic which makes it an ideal start race of your 2026 triathlon season. We also have a duathlon distance for our non swimmers! Perfect for beginners and seasoned athletes, this race will set your calendar for a perfect first race of the season. Register now to receive the best race pricing and to secure your spot!

The swim will be one loop in the Sound from the sandy shore of Seaside Park

The bike consists of 2 loops of 5 miles each, very flat and closed to all traffic

The run is one flat loop of 3.1 miles.

The course is very family friendly. Great food, Age Group awards and finishers medals. Relay teams are available and encouraged!

Event details and schedule

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

June 13

Packet pickup

10:00am - 4:00pm: Packet Pickup at Mini of Fairfield County, 154 Post road, Darien CT 06820

June 14

5:30 - 6:30 am: Race day registration and packet pickup

6:30 am: Transition closes

6:45 am: Race Director and USAT official race announcement

7 am: Races start duathlon and first wave of swimmers start

8 am: Breakfast on the beach

9:30 am: Awards ceremony

THE BEST LITTLE NEIGHBORHOOD RUN IN THE STATE.

Join the Black Rock neighborhood residents as we celebrate 382 years at our annual Run for the Rock 5k!

We are back and ready for you to enjoy our wonderful neighborhood!

We love our traditional Black Rock Day weekend and are very

happy to be able to host it again.

Our registration limit for this event- 450 participants.

WE SOLD OUT THE LAST TWO YEARS AND COULD NOT ALLOW ANY RACE WEEKEND REGISTRATIONS

DON'T DELAY- REGISTER NOW! NO KIDDING.

ABSOLUTELY NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION If sold out.

We accept online registrations only (bring your phone! no cash payments) up to 5 minutes prior to the start.

Your entry fee includes our coveted BLACK ROCK Shirt (pickup available the two days before the race and event morning).

There is no delivery if you miss the race so please have someone pick it up for you.

Black Rock’s history spans nearly four centuries beginning as a colonial settlement.

With its unique location, it played a pivotal role in the War for Independence. Black Rock then became

a major trading and shipbuilding center for CT. In the last fifty years, it has transitioned into a thriving

community linked to the growth of Bridgeport. Once an important industrial center, it has developed into

a vibrant and close-knit community uniquely positioned to meet the challenges of the 21st century.

EARLY BIRD EVENT FEES till 3/31

$35 - 19 yrs old & over - Online cc fee paid by the race!

$25 - 18 yrs old & under- Online cc fee paid by the race!

Fees increase 4/1 to $38/$28

Fees increase 6/8 to $40/$30

FREE Kids fun run- 1/10 mile from the 3 mile point to the finish.

8 Yrs & under only please.

SCHEDULE

Feb 6 Registration opens

April 1 Fee increase (no April foolin')

June 8 Fee increase

May 26 T-shirt size guarantee ends, then- as available

T-shirt size may not be available with late reg & we could run out.

EARLY T-shirt/bib pick up: Get this done & avoid race day stress!

Friday June 12 from NOON - 3pm at MARATHON SPORTS 1596Post Rd. Fairfield.

Special store discounts (20%) with pickup! 15% after that through June only with your bib.

Saturday June 13 from 12:00 - 2:00pm at PORT 5 CLUB

69 Brewster street. Bpt 06605

First set of stairs, double doors, from parking lot.

Stick around- THEY ARE OPEN FOR LUNCH & More! YUM!!

(Yes you can pick for others- we encourage it! PLEASE try to avoid the race day rush)

Sunday, June 8 at the Norden Club - 4 Seabright Ave Bridgeport

7:30am-8:55am Shirt & bib pickup

Online reg only IF NOT SOLD OUT. NO paper/cash in-person registration.

ONLINE/phone/device only on-site.

8:45 Free kids run, last 1/10 mile of the course to the finish line.

For ages 8 & under only

Parents/guardians can accompany the little tykes to avoid drama.

Directed by Donna Cramond- Queen Bee of kids runs

9:00 START 5K Race/walk computer chip timed

9:15 snacks, fluids, followed by awards when results are posted.

MARATHON SPORTS of FAIRFIELD - OUR AWARDS PARTNER.

GIFT CARDS WILL BE GIVEN 5k CHAMPIONS

AWARDS - presented in total ‘all at once’ for each age group, not individually.

They may also be available earlier if corrected results are available from our timer.

Overall M & F & NB champions receive special gift card prizes

from MARATHON SPORTS in Fairfield.

Marathon Sports gift cards to 1st place in each division (from 19 & up)

2nd & 3rd M & F age group medals 9 & under, 10-13, 14-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+

You must be present for your award or have someone take it for you- they will not be mailed.

COURSE MAP link https://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=7214408

Course highlights- great water views, 90% flat (OK, there is one hill @ 2.2mi), quiet roads,

At Least one WATER TABLE ON COURSE but BE PREPARED- hydrate before & carry your own fluids if needed.

With fixed costs and pre-payment of many items, this means we CAN NOT under any conditions REFUND any registration fees.

Whether we are live or need to go virtual our charity commitment will be maintained. We appreciate your support with us.

IMPORTANT DETAIL- There will be a 450 person limit for this 5k event.

We need 200 people to break even with our fixed costs! We encourage everyone to donate any additional amount to the charity.

We use a BIB chip-timed system with Last Mile Racing

The bib must be pinned on the front area of your clothing- NOT on the BACK.

PLEASE DO NOT GIVE, TAKE NOR EXCHANGE A BIB WITH ANYONE.

It WILL affect ALL results AND delay emergency services if required.

We CAN switch bibs for you BEFORE the start! Just ask us.

WE NEED YOUR HELP FOR A SAFE & SMOOTH START- If you are truly at a speedy running level

(6-7min pace per mile or under) we urge you to be at the FRONT of the start and ready to go at 9 am.

This will avoid crowding on the course and help everyone to run more safely. Thanks!

ON THE COURSE- We ask you to stay safe, announce if you are passing from behind, and not to run in groups.

PLEASE DO NOT USE EARPODS, HEADPHONES, etc., which will keep you from responding to safety instructions,

traffic, emergency situations, and the wonderful sounds from our neighborhood and cheering fans!

PLEASE BE AWARE OF EACHOTHER'S PERSONAL SPACE- STAY SAFE AND HEALTHY.

We will follow all state and city guidelines as it pertains to outdoor events.

RACE DIRECTOR - Marty Schaivone has 35 years of experience managing over 30 running events each year which help

to raise over $250,000 for local charities. For more information & other event details- [email protected]