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, 4/23/2026 
Packet Pickup Time: 3:00 pm – 6:30 pm 
Location: Jaguar Land Rover  |  4821 Clark Rd, Sarasota, FL 34233

Friday, 4/24/2026 
Packet Pickup Time: 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm 
Location: Fit2Run University Town Center Mall | 140 University Town Dr, Space 110, Sarasota, FL 34243

Saturday, 4/25/2026 
Packet Pickup Time: 10:00 am – 2:00 pm 
Location: Education Foundation of Sarasota County – 
Tom & Sherry Koski LaunchPad | 2000 Webber St Ste 130, Sarasota, FL 34239

**There is no race-day packet pick-up.
Packets not picked by the last packet pickup event 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!