Bridgman 5K Run/Walk, 10K Run, & 1.1 Mile Fun Run
- Date
- July 11, 2026
- Distance
- 5K Run · 5K Walk · 10K Run & more
From the Organizer
The 2026 edition of the Bridgman 5K Run/Walk, 10K Run, and 1.1 Mile Fun Run will take place on Saturday, July 11, 2026. This year is the 31st running of this community tradition!!!
Races will again start and finish at Bridgman High School, located at 9964 Gast Rd in Bridgman.
The Bridgman 5k/10k is the main fundraiser for the Bridgman Cross Country and Track & Field Teams. We look forward to your support.
Race Day Schedule - Saturday, July 11th:
7:00: Packet Pick Up and Day of Registration
8:00: 1.1 Mile Fun Run
8:30: 5k Run/Walk & 10k Run
This year, we are a part of the 2026 Fleet Feet Race Series. The Fleet Feed Race Series is a series of 20 local races (mostly Northern Indiana but some Southwest Michigan Races) that take place throughout 2026. Runners who sign up for the series ($75) receive automatic discounts on each race, including 3 races that are free. For more information visit: 2026 Fleet Feet Race Series.
REGISTRATION:
Through April 26th:
$30 for all runners/walkers
April 27 through June 14:
$35 for all runners/walkers
**All runners and walkers to sign up by June 14 are guaranteed a race shirt**
June 15 - July 10 and Day of Race Registration:
$40 for all runners/walkers
**Shirts may be provided but are NOT guaranteed. If no shirts are available, a no shirt registration option is available**
1.1 Mile Fun Run:
$5 for all participants
**Finisher Medal to all participants**
Race shirt not included, but there is an option to purchase.
Awards: Athletes who place 1st-3rd in their age group will receive a Gold, Silver, or Bronze Bee Medal. Age groups are as follows:
10 and Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, and 70+
The Bridgman 5k/10k is an Epic Race Timing Event--Using bib chip timing technology
Please Note: Pets are not allowed in the Bridgman 5k, 10k, or Fun Run. The race starts and finishes on school grounds and pets are not allowed on school grounds. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
84°
Typical Low
62°
Chance of Rain
26%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Benton Harbor Ap, 15 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Bridgman, MI
Population
2,383
as of 2023
Elevation
642 ft
Nearest Airport
SBN
South Bend International Airport · 20 mi
Major Hub
MDW
Chicago Midway International Airport · 63 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Bridgman 5K Run/Walk, 10K Run, & 1.1 Mile Fun Run, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
- Race
- Bridgman 5K Run/Walk, 10K Run, & 1.1 Mile Fun Run
- Date
- July 11, 2026
Coming Up
More Running races near Bridgman, MI
Three Oaks Flag Day 5K
5K
9 miles away
Alex's Duck Duck Run
10 miles away
Bridgman Track & Field F.A.S.T.E.R. Track Camp
Less than a mile away
Jack Settles Deerfly Stomp 2026
6 miles away
From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
The 10K is the distance where running stops feeling like a starting point and starts feeling like a sport. Long enough to require a real training block. Short enough that race day is fully manageable for a first-timer who's put in the work.
Race day energy at a 10K is community at its best — strangers cheering you by name, people moving toward the same goal, an atmosphere that solo training can't replicate. It's fast enough that you'll spend the whole race pushing rather than managing your effort.
This is also the distance that builds the base for everything else. Most athletes who go on to run half marathons, do triathlons, or compete in HYROX started here. What you need: running shoes fitted to your stride, a training plan, and the race on your calendar. The registration is what makes the deadline real.
How long to train: 4–8 weeks for most fitness levels.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Bridgman 5K Run/Walk, 10K Run, & 1.1 Mile Fun Run?
- Bridgman 5K Run/Walk, 10K Run, & 1.1 Mile Fun Run is a running race held in Bridgman, Michigan on July 11, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Bridgman 5K Run/Walk, 10K Run, & 1.1 Mile Fun Run?
- Saturday, July 11, 2026 in Bridgman, Michigan at Bridgman High School, Bridgman, MI. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Bridgman 5K Run/Walk, 10K Run, & 1.1 Mile Fun Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Bridgman 5K Run/Walk, 10K Run, & 1.1 Mile Fun Run
Jul 11, 2026