LMCU Bridge Run

LMCU Bridge Run

The LMCU Bridge Run has been providing the community with a premier starting line to accomplish goals since 2002 and we invite you to join us in person or virtually to keep the tradition "running" (pun intended)! Whether you pick the 10 Mile Run or 5K Run/Walk, be assured you will have a great race day experience running through downtown Grand Rapids and of course, crossing the many bridges in the city.

The 2026 Bridge Run will take place on SUNDAY, September 20 and will be located on the west side of the 6th Street Bridge (use 731 Front Ave NW, Grand Rapids, 49504 in your GPS for our physical location). The historic 6th Street bridge is an icon and a favorite of our event participants. Both the 5K and 10 Mile routes will still go through downtown Grand Rapids (over a bonus bridge), with the 10 Mile still heading out through Riverside Park.

The 5K route is essentially the same for everyone, which will allow us to start BOTH races at 8am this year! We are excited to bring back Kids Dash with the Crash of the Whitecaps, which will take place at 11:50am on SATURDAY, September 19 at the LMCU Ballpark (4500 W River Dr NE, Comstock Park, MI 49321). Expect there to be a 200 meter and 400 meter option, kids will be able to select one or both.

Bib pickup for the Sunday event will take place at the LMCU Ballpark from 10am to 11:45am.

Why the Bridge Run?

• AWESOME finishers medal & commemorative shirt
• Aid stations on both courses featuring Gatorade & water, with GU energy packets on the 10 Mile course
• Spirit stations to CHEER YOU ON
• 3 bands on the course & 1 in the finish area
• Pacers for the 10 Mile to help you achieve YOUR GOAL
• Scenic route through downtown Grand Rapids, parks, and over bridges
• Cash prizes for the top 3 finishers and overall masters winner for both the 5K & 10 Mile
• In 2016, it was voted Top 50 Road Races in Michigan by MLive
• In 2016, it was named Top 10 Fall Road Races in Michigan by MLive
• In 2026, the 10 Mile is part of the Road Runners Club of America National Championship Series
• In 2026, the 10 Mile is part of the Michigan Runner Race Series
• A portion of the race proceeds are donated to local groups
• FREE training plans

Age-based pricing is activated: anyone 18 and under on race day will pay $35 for the 10 Mile & $20 for the 5K (virtual events are not included).

Awards

The Bridge Run Age Group Awards include prizes from Gazelle Sports. A cash prize is awarded for each race (10 Mile & 5K, Male & Female): 1st place: $150, 2nd place: $100, 3rd place: $50. Overall Master's: $100.

Bib Pickup

• Friday, September 18th from 4pm to 6pm at Gazelle Sports (3930 28th St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49512)
• Saturday, September 19th from 10am to 11:45am at LMCU Ballpark (4500 W River Dr NE, Comstock Park, MI 49321)
• Sunday, September 20th from 6am to 7:30am at the Start/Finish Area