Be a part of history and run the bridge before it opens to traffic

All 5K & 10K finishers will receive a Fort Hamer Bridge Run Commemorative Metal!

SATURDAY AUGUST 26 both 5K & 10K begin at 7:30 am. Chip timed by Lakeshore Athletic Service providers to the Chicago Marathon. Day of registration begins at 6am. Kid's River Dashes at 6:45 am and the One Mile Walk at 7:35 am. Pets and strollers are welcome.
EARLY REGISTRATION at Fit2Run UTC Mall next to Dillard's Sunday, August 20 through Thursday, August 24 during store hours.
KID'S RIVER DASHES sponsored by the Manatee YMCA starts at 6:45 am in four age brackets: 3 to 4 years run 100 meters at 6:45 am, 5 to 6 years run 200 meters at 6:47 am, 7 to 9 years run 400 meters at 6:49 am, 10 to 12 years run 800 meters at 6:55 am. All children receive finisher medals and engraved trophies to boys/girls 1st through 3rd in each age group. Kids 12 and under registered for the 5K or 10K can compete for free! All children receive a commemorative tech shirt.
AWARDS Top male/female finishers for 5K & 10K receive $100 Fit2Run gift certificates and custom 6" tiles. 6" tiles and gist certifcate to Master, Grand Master, Sr. Grand Master, and Veterans in both races. Engraved 4" award tiles to categories 9 and under, 10-14 years, 15-19 years, 5 year incremental age groups up to 80+.
GREAT AFTER PARTY with food and refreshments from local restaurants plus adult beverages with proper I.D. Special YMCA sponsored Kid's Zone with food, beverages, games, and more.
SPECIAL RIVER ACTIVITIES Manatee County Youth Rowing will be hosting an open house. Athletes will give tours of the boathouse. boats will be set up so that race participants can see the boats up close and learn the basic of the boats. Erg's (rowing machines) will be set up to try simulated rowing. Enjoy an adventure with MANATEE RIVER KAYAK AND PADDLEBOARD. They can be rented to enjoy the river while supporting Manatee County youth Rowing (MCYR). www.manateeyouthrowing.com