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Strides for Strength!

Sunday - October 4, 2026
Bridgeport, CT 06604 US

Strides for Strength

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Start your Sunday with purpose at Strides for Strength.


Description:

Join us on Sunday, October 4 at Seaside Park in Bridgeport for the annual Strides for Strength 5K and Walk. This event brings our community together to support patients and families served by the Norma Pfriem Breast Center. Walk or run, gather with friends, and be part of something meaningful.


What you can expect:

  • A scenic 5K course or walk at Seaside Park
  • A welcoming, family friendly atmosphere
  • Opportunities to honor and celebrate loved ones
  • Direct impact on local patients and care programs

Location:

Seaside Park, Bridgeport, CT
West end of the park near the Lighthouse Playground

View map and directions

Parking:

Parking is available near the beach at the west end of the park. Follow signs on event day.

Events

Charity 5K Run

Price: $38.10
incl. $3.10 Fee
Time: 9:00AM EDT 11:00AM EDT
Price increases after August 11, 2026 at 8:00am EDT

Charity Walk

Price: $0
Time: 9:00AM EDT 11:00AM EDT
Registration ends October 4, 2026 at 9:00am EDT

Schedule:

Shirt & Bib Pickup
Thursday, October 1 and Friday, October 2
2:00 - 6:00 pm
Marathon Sports
Fairfield 1596 Post Road, Fairfield

Race Day
Sunday, October 4, 2026
Seaside Park, Bridgeport

8:00 am  Registration opens
8:45 am  Program begins
9:00 am  Race starts

Events:

  • Official Timed 5K
    Track your results and set a new personal goal with our professionally timed race.

  • Scenic Course:
    Walk or run along the beautiful, flat coastline of Seaside Park.

  • Charity Walk and Fundraising:
    Participate at no cost and make an even greater impact by fundraising with family and friends.
    Become a Fundraiser or Join a Team!

  • Race T-Shirt:
    All 5K participants receive a comfortable, commemorative event shirt.

  • Post-Race Gathering:
    Enjoy light refreshments and snacks while you celebrate with fellow participants after the race.

Race Fees:

Dates:*All Fees: 
7/1 - 8/11  $35.00
8/11 - 8/31  $40.00
9/1 - 10/3  $45.00
10/4 - Race Day  $50.00

(*note credit card charges shown above)

More Than a Race: The Cause We Run For
Strides for Strength brings our community together to support patients and families served by the Norma Pfriem Breast Center. Your participation helps fund essential care, support services, and wellness programs for those facing breast cancer.

As part of Yale New Haven Health and Smilow Cancer Hospital, the Norma Pfriem Breast Center provides care from early detection through treatment and survivorship. Your support helps ensure these services remain accessible to all, regardless of ability to pay.

Make an Even Greater Impact

Take the next step by becoming a fundraiser. Create a personal page, share your story, and invite others to support your efforts. Every gift helps expand care and support in our community.

Become a fundraiser or join a team

Join us with your friends, family, and colleagues. Together, we can make a meaningful difference.

Sponsorship Opportunities
Pink Pledge Strides for Strength sponsorships are available from $250 to $5,000. Support the Pink Pledge campaign and help advance cancer care in our region.

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