LMCU Bridge Run
About this race
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. You can view the tentative routes (we are still working with the City of Grand Rapids to finalize the details) by clicking on each distance: 5K | 10 Mile. You will notice that 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). We will announce more about this event in 2025, but 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, so come to pick up your bib and stay to cheer your future track star on.
Our race team is excited to put on this event for YOU! Check out the 2025 RACE WEEKEND GUIDE for FAQs and other good-to-know info. If you have any questions, please let us know by emailing lmcubridgerun@gmail.com. We will update this for 2026 as race day gets closer.
Why the Bridge Run?
- All participants receive an 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
- The scenic route taking you through downtown Grand Rapids, the many parks in the city, 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 to help move their missions forward
- FREE training plans to help you
You can view pictures from Bridge Runs past on our Flickr & Photo pages.
We have age-based pricing activated; anyone 18 and under on race day will pay $35 for the 10 Mile & $20 for the 5K (virtual events are not included). There is nothing you need to do other than input your age when you complete the signup process!
Volunteer!
It takes over 400 volunteers to create the magic of race day. This is a great opportunity for school teams, families, and individuals to get involved and help our participants have an AMAZING race day experience. We will happily donate $150 to school or non-profit groups that brings out 15+ individuals. Visit our volunteer portal to see and sign up for all of our opportunities.
Awards
We are excited to have Gazelle Sports back this year to help provide our awards. The Bridge Run Age Group Awards are as follows:
- 1st place: $20 to Gazelle Sports + commemorative item
- 2nd place: $10 to Gazelle Sports + commemorative item
- 3rd place: commemorative item
- Age Groups start at 9 and under, then go every 5 years (ie: 10-14, 15-19....70-74, 75-79), until 80+.
A cash prize for each race (10 Mile & 5K, Male & Female) as laid out below:
- 1st place: $150
- 2nd place: $100
- 3rd place: $50
- Overall Master's: $100
Overall prize winners will not be eligible to win age group awards.
The Road Runners Club of America will be presenting special awards for the 10 Mile.
Bib Pickup
Friday, September 18th from 4pm to 6pm
Gazelle Sports (3930 28th St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49512)
**Show your bib for 10% at Gazelle Sports TODAY ONLY**
Saturday, September 19th from 10am to 11:45am
LMCU Ballpark (4500 W River Dr NE, Comstock Park, MI 49321)
We will be on the north side of the ballpark, near the main entrance, by the stairs
The Kids Dash will take place at 11:50am at LMCU Ballpark!
Sunday, September 20th from 6am to 7:30am
Start/Finish Area
Pacers
We offer pacers brought to the race by RunGR for the 10 Mile to help get you to your goal. The pace groups start at a 7-minute mile and go every 30 seconds to the 12-minute mile pace.
Join fellow runners on September 14, 2020 for the LMCU Bridge Run. It's a fantastic 5K, 16.1K featuring a flat and fast course in Grand Rapids.
Pick your distance
Running
High School Cross Country Virtual Meet
Your XC season postponed or canceled? Have fun competing using the virtual Bridge Run 5K. Yeah, we know it isn't the same as the feeling you get when the gun goes off at a regional meet, but hopefully it still gives you something to aspire to. This is ONLY OPEN to High Schoolers. This option provides you with a Bridge Run shirt mailed to you (no medal).
College Cross Country Virtual Meet
Your XC season postponed or canceled? Have fun competing using the virtual Bridge Run 5K. Yeah, we know it isn't the same as the feeling you get when the gun goes off at a regional meet, but hopefully it still gives you something to aspire to. This is ONLY OPEN to College Students This option provides you with a Bridge Run shirt mailed to you (no medal).
Virtual Bridge Run 10 Mile
This year, the Bridge Run will look a little different. While there won't be an in-person starting line, we are excited to bring you Bridge Run Week. This virtual race experience will start 9/14 and go through 9/20. Stay tuned for more of what Bridge Run Week will look like!
Virtual Bridge Run 5K Run/Walk
This year, the Bridge Run will look a little different. While there won't be an in-person starting line, we are excited to bring you Bridge Run Week. This virtual race experience will start 9/14 and go through 9/20. Stay tuned for more of what Bridge Run Week will look like!
5K Run/Walk
A great course, whether you run or walk! The course starts out in Downtown Grand Rapids and takes you out to Canal Park. You get to see parts of the City, cross a few of this historic bridges, and run along the Grand River. The course is relatively flat, fast, and friendly for strollers (which are allowed). To view the route maps or for additional information, visit http://thebridgerun.com/information.
10 Mile Run
The 10 Mile course takes you through the heart of downtown Grand Rapids, along the Grand River, through Riverside Park, and of course, over bridges! There is a 2 hour course time limit, which is a 12 minute per mile pace.
5K Run/Walk
The 5K course routes you through the heart of downtown Grand Rapids, crossing several bridges over the Grand River.
10 Mile Run
The course starts out in Downtown Grand Rapids and takes out to Riverside Park. You get to see parts of the City, cross a few of this historic bridges, and run along the Grand River. The course is relatively flat and fast. There is a 2 hour time limit. To view the route maps or for additional information, visit http://thebridgerun.com/information.
Virtual Bridge Run 10 Mile
This is a VIRTUAL only event, allowing you to do YOUR Bridge Run where & when best fits you.
Virtual Bridge Run 5K Run/Walk
This is a VIRTUAL only event, allowing you to do YOUR Bridge Run where & when best fits you.
myTEAM TRIUMPH West Michigan ONLY (10 Mile)
This event is ONLY for individuals participating in myTeam TRIUMPH.
Weather Overview
These values reflect historical conditions on the race dates in Grand Rapids in 2020, from Open-Meteo archive data.
About Grand Rapids
LMCU Bridge Run takes place in Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States. The local timezone is America/New_York.
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