Seaside 5K Walk & Run

Groundwork Bridgeport is returnning and will host a 5K (3.11mi) Run/walk, an untimed one mile walk, and FREE kids run at Seaside Park this spring! 

We hope to bring the community together through a morning of active fun in one of Bridgeport's most beautiful and historic public spaces. Originally designed by Frederick Law Olmsted and developed by P.T. Barnum, the park is a true gem and one of Bridgeport and Connecticut's greatest treasures.

WE OFFER THREE EVENTS DESIGNED TO ENCOURAGE ALL ABILITY LEVELS- all three are entirely within the park and closed to traffic.

Our accurately measured 5K (3.11mi) route will leave from the monumental Perry Memorial Arch. The course provides a scenic tour along the coast on very flat and accessible roads and sidewalks. You can run or walk in our timed 5K event, all abilities are encouraged and welcome. Our courses are well marked with signs, cones, mile splits & volunteers. It has been designed to keep you safe and free from traffic.  5K finishers ONLY are eligible for awards.

Our One Mile Walk is a wonderful alternative for those not wanting to take on the 5k distance. Families, youngsters, adults, strollers...enjoy a great one mile loop within Seaside Park. Finishers at this untimed distance are not eligible for awards.

Our FREE Kids Fun Run & Scamper is for 9 years and under ONLY. Parents/guardians can accompany their little tykes if needed.

AFTER YOU ARE FINISHED-  you can enjoy snacks, refreshments and fluids. You’ll meet other community members on the lawn. We hope this event will bring people together, promote connections and join in support of our charities. At times running and walking can feel like an individual sport, but not when you’re in our events with the Groundwork Bridgeport!

Any proceeds and donations will be awarded to Groundwork Bridgeport. Groundwork Bridgeport is a community-based organization dedicated to the holistic revitalization of Bridgeport through physical, social, and environmental interventions. Learn more at  gwbpt.org

REGISTRATION FEES- all ages for the 5k and one mile (kids run is free):

Feb -------- $25 
March        $28  

April 1-   May 11 $30
May 12- May 17:$35 

NOTE- on the day of the event we can only take registration online. Bring your phone or iPad!

AWARDS -5K finishers only  

Overall         M & F champions 
First place    M & F Bridgeport resident 
1st place      M & F in age groups: 9 & under, 10-13, 14-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+

5K Course Map https://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=7417645 

One Mile Walk Course- is the first mile+ of the run course. Both events start in the same place at the same time.

Schedule on Event Morning 

7:45-8:55 am: Check-In, Bib Pickup, and late online registration only

8:45 am: FREE kids run for 9 year old & under 

8:55 am: Announcements and Introductory Remarks

9:00 am: Start of the 5K walk & run, same place, same time, in front of the arch

9:45 am: Awards distributed

Event volunteers are always needed as are event sponsor/partners. Please help us to re-establish this great event with an eye to the future.

CONTACT- Mary at  hello@groundworkbridgeport.org  for information on partner opportunities and to volunteer

CONTACT for Day of Event: 

The event consultant is Marty Schaivone - MS Running Productions. MSRP has managed running events in Fairfield County since 1991 including many in Bridgeport such as the Habitat for Humanity 5k, the Run for the Rock in Black Rock, and theVicki Soto 5k from the amphitheater. Also the Beach Bunny, Police Sunset and Colony Grill 5ks in Fairfield, and the Great Pumpkin Classic at Trumbull High.