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Great River Bridge Race (Draft)

Sat September 20, 2025 Burlington, IA 52601 US Directions
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Events

TIMED EVENT

10k

$35 9:00AM CDT Registration Opens July 14, 2025 at 8:00am CDT
TIMED EVENT

5k

$35 9:00AM CDT Registration Opens July 14, 2025 at 8:00am CDT
UNTIMED EVENT

Bridge Walk

$30 9:45AM CDT Registration Opens July 14, 2025 at 8:00am CDT

Place

400 N. Front Street
Burlington, IA US 52601

Description

Running For Our Parks
Join us on Saturday, September 21, 2024 for the 28th Annual Great River Bridge Race! Experience the energy of one of the greatest events in Burlington that brings our community together. This event offers multiple options to give everyone an opportunity to cross the Great River Bridge on foot, regardless of skill level. All race proceeds benefit the Burlington Parks and Recreation Department, so YOU will help create a lasting impact for everyone in our community. Don't miss this opportunity to capture the breathtaking views of the Mighty Mississippi, as the Great River Bridge is typically closed to pedestrians! The 10k and 5k will both be timed and scored by J3 Timing.  Results will be posted on the J3 website

The Drake Restaurant (across from the starting / finishing line) at 106 Washington, will have drinks available for purchase beginning at 9am, and food starting at 11am!
Event Options:
  • 10k: 9:00 AM, $35
  • 5k: 9:00 AM, $35
  • Bridge Walk: 9:45 AM $30
    This 1.5 mile walk is perfect for people who aren't looking for the intense race atmosphere, but still want to experience the excitement. The Bridge Walk will not be timed.
Registration Includes:
  • T-Shirt: SoftStyle Ring Spun Cotton t-shirt included **Must register BEFORE 8/30/24 to receive**
  • Placement Medals (top 3 Men / Women : 10k & 5k)
  • Results Posted Online
  • ...AND of course, breathtaking views of the Mighty Mississippi River!

Check out footage from a previous year's Great River Bridge Race!


Course Map

This event begins and finishes at the Port of Burlington (400 N. Front Street, Burlington, IA 52601).
Race Proceeds
The 2024 Great River Bridge Race proceeds will support the Dankwardt Park Playground's remaining site amenities.  This project has completely redone the old playground with new fully accessible large-scale playground.

Packet Pickup:
Friday, September 20th
9:00 am - 4:00 pm 
Burlington City Hall 
400 Washington St. 
Burlington, IA 52601
OR
RACE DAY - Saturday, September 21st 
Beginning at 8:00 am
Port of Burlington
400 Front Street
Burlington, Iowa 52601

Race Results: 
https://results.raceroster.com/v2/en-US/results/49d5zj93nw729zcr/results 
or visit the J3 Timing Results Page here.
Participant Look Up and Tracking - click here

Shirt Design

Route Maps

Bridge Walk Route (1.5 Mile)

5k / 10k Routes 

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PDF

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REFUND POLICY

**Registrations are non-refundable** In the event that inclement weather conditions should require cancellation of the race before it is to start or early termination after it has started because of safety concerns, I understand that the race WILL NOT be rescheduled. I also understand and agree that my entry fee WILL NOT be refunded.

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