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Registration closes on 10/31
Supporting the Purple Heart Foundation 🇺🇸💜
During registration, participants will have the option to make a voluntary donation to the Purple Heart Foundation, supporting programs and resources for Purple Heart recipients, veterans and their families. Supporting the veteran community is especially meaningful to us, as one of the organizers of Run the Sound is an Army veteran and Purple Heart recipient.
RUN THE SOUND 5k - Run/Walk
Get ready to Run the Sound! 🎃
Join us Halloween morning at Seaside Park in Bridgeport, CT for the inaugural Run the Sound 5K – Halloween Edition — a fun, community-focused 5K for runners, walkers, families and all fitness levels. Come for the run, stay for the vibes. We’re bringing together fitness, music, costumes and community for a Halloween morning along the beautiful Seaside Park waterfront.
Event Highlights
EVENT: 9:30 AM–2:00 PM
• 9:30 AM – Registration/Check-In
• 11:00 AM – 5K Run/Walk Begins
• All ages welcome
• Costumes encouraged 🎃
• Costume contest & prizes
• Live DJ & music
• Custom runner bibs
• Finisher medals
• Goodie bags
• Local sponsors & vendors
• Kids 12 & under FREE with registered adult
Supporting the Purple Heart Foundation 🇺🇸💜
During registration, participants will have the option to make a voluntary donation to the Purple Heart Foundation, supporting programs and resources for Purple Heart recipients, veterans and their families.
Supporting the veteran community is especially meaningful to us, as one of the organizers of Run the Sound is an Army veteran and Purple Heart recipient.
Donations are completely optional and separate from your race registration fee.
Registration
$25
Whether you’re running for a personal best, mixing it up with walking with family and friends, dressing up for Halloween, or simply coming out for a great morning in Bridgeport — Run the Sound is about movement, community and having a good time.
Run. Walk. Costume Up. Party.
📍 Seaside Park – Bridgeport, CT
📅 Saturday, October 31, 2026
⏰ Event: 9:30 AM–2:00 PM
🏁 5K Start: 11:00 AM
Presented by Bites on the Sound
Sponsored by The Good Life Restrooms
BECOME A SPONSOR
Presenting Sponsor
Sponsorship Level: $2,500
Our premier sponsorship opportunity!
Become a leading partner of Run the Sound 5K – Halloween Edition and receive maximum brand exposure throughout our event.
Sponsorship includes:
- Event recognition as "Run the Sound 5K, presented in partnership with [Your Business]"
- Premier logo placement on event sponsor signage
- Logo recognition on the registration page
- Dedicated social media sponsor spotlight
- Multiple DJ/MC shout-outs throughout the event
- Promotional materials in participant goodie bags
- Vendor/promotional space, subject to availability and city approval
- 10 complimentary race registrations
An excellent opportunity for businesses looking to make a lasting impression while supporting fitness, families, and community engagement.
Official Cash Awards Sponsor
Sponsorship Level: $2,000
Celebrate achievement and recognize our race winners!
Help us recognize outstanding participants while putting your business at the center of the awards celebration.
Sponsorship includes:
- Brand recognition associated with the event's cash awards
- Logo placement on oversized ceremonial winner checks
- Recognition in the awards presentation area
- Logo placement on shared event sponsor signage
- Dedicated social media recognition
- DJ/MC announcements during the awards presentation
- Opportunities for branded winner photos and event content
- 5 complimentary race registrations
A great fit for businesses that want to celebrate athletic achievement and community success.
Official Beverage Partner
Sponsorship Level: $1,500
Limited opportunity — Up to 2 beverage partners
Put your beverage brand directly in front of runners, walkers, and fitness enthusiasts at Run the Sound 5K!
Sponsorship includes:
- Recognition as an Official Beverage Partner
- Logo placement on shared event sponsor signage
- Logo recognition on the registration page
- Dedicated social media sponsor recognition
- DJ/MC shout-outs throughout the event
- Opportunity for a branded beverage station or activation area, subject to city approval
- Opportunity to offer product samples to participants, subject to applicable approvals
- Promotional materials in participant goodie bags
- 5 complimentary race registrations
A unique opportunity to introduce your products, build brand awareness, and connect directly with an active community.
Beverage partnerships are non-exclusive, with a maximum of two featured beverage partners.
Gold Sponsor
Sponsorship Level: $1,000
Make your business stand out!
Our Gold Sponsorship provides prominent recognition before and during Run the Sound 5K.
Sponsorship includes:
- Prominent logo placement on shared event sponsor signage
- Logo recognition on the registration page
- Social media sponsor recognition
- DJ/MC shout-outs on race day
- Promotional materials or coupons in participant goodie bags
- Vendor/promotional space, subject to availability and city approval
- 5 complimentary race registrations
An excellent opportunity for businesses seeking strong local visibility and meaningful community engagement.
Silver Sponsor
Sponsorship Level: $500
Support the community. Promote your business.
Our Silver Sponsorship is a great opportunity for local businesses to connect with runners, walkers, families, and community supporters.
Sponsorship includes:
- Business logo on shared event sponsor signage
- Social media sponsor recognition
- Promotional materials or coupons in participant goodie bags
- Vendor/promotional space, subject to availability and city approval
- 2 complimentary race registrations
Get your business involved in a positive community event while reaching potential new customers.
Community Sponsor
Sponsorship Level: $250
Small businesses make a big difference!
Our Community Sponsorship makes it easy for local businesses and entrepreneurs to support Run the Sound 5K.
Sponsorship includes:
- Business name or logo on shared community sponsor signage
- Social media thank-you and sponsor recognition
- Opportunity to include promotional materials or coupons in participant goodie bags
- 1 complimentary race registration
A great entry-level sponsorship for small businesses that want to give back and be part of something special.
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Event Location
Seaside Park and Beach
1 Barnum Dyke
Bridgeport, CT 06610 US
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