Lake Michigan Credit Union Bridge Run 2023

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Short review

The Lake Michigan Credit Union Bridge Run has been providing the community with a premier starting line to accomplish goals since 2002 and we invite you to join us in person or virtually to keep the tradition "running" (pun intended)! Whether you pick the 10 Mile Run or 5K Run/Walk, be assured you will have a great race day experience running through downtown Grand Rapids and of course, crossing the many bridges in the city. As race day gets closer, stay tuned for the specific route and Covid-19 safety protocols that will be in place. We plan on BOTH races starting at 8am this year.

We are excited for a NEW start/finish location this year that will allow us to spread out and enjoy more bridges. We will be located on the west side of the 6th Street Bridge (use 731 Front Ave NW, Grand Rapids, 49504 in your GPS for our physical location). The historic 6th Street bridge is an icon and a favorite of our event participants. Both the 5K and 10 Mile routes will still go through downtown Grand Rapids (over a bonus bridge), with the 10 Mile still heading out through Riverside Park. You can view the tentative routes (we are still working with the City of Grand Rapids to finalize the details) by clicking on each distance: 5K | 10 Mile. You will notice that the 5K route is essentially the same of everyone, which will allow us to start BOTH races at 8am this year! ArtPrize will kickoff a few days before us and on their website there is an interactive map that allows you to see where art is placed in the City and along our route!

Our volunteer race committee is excited to put on this event for YOU! If you have any questions, please let us know by emailing lmcubridgerun@gmail.com. 


Why the Bridge Run?
All participants receive a finishers medal & commemorative shirtAid stations on both courses featuring Gatorade & water, with GU energy packets on the 10 Mile courseSpirit stations to CHEER YOU ONPacers for the 10 Mile to help you achieve YOUR GOALScenic route taking you through downtown Grand Rapids, the many parks in the city, and over bridgesCash prizes for the top 3 finishers and overall masters winner for both the 5K & 10 MileIn 2016, it was voted Top 50 Road Races in Michigan by MLiveIn 2016, it was named Top 10 Fall Road Races in Michigan by MLiveIn 2021, the 10 Mile is part of the Road Runners Club of America Michigan Championship SeriesA portion of the race proceeds are donated to local groups to help move their missions forwardFREE training plans to help youOur committee works throughout the year to make sure you are smiling when you cross the finish line!

You can view pictures from Bridge Runs past on our Flickr page.

Make sure to follow us on Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram

We have age-based pricing activated, anyone 18 and under on race day will pay $35 for the 10 Mile & $20 for the 5K (virtual events are not included). There is nothing you need to do other than input your age when you complete the signup process!

NEW for this year is our Team Competition, read more!


Volunteer!

It takes over 400 volunteers to create the magic of race day. This is a great opportunity for school teams, families, and individuals to get involved and help our participants have an AMAZING race day experience. We will happily donate $150 to any school or non-profit group that brings out 15+ individuals. Visit our volunteer portal to see and sign up for all of our opportunities.

Awards

We are excited to have Gazelle Sports back this year to help provide our awards. The Bridge Run Age Group Awards are as follows:

1st place: $20 to Gazelle Sports + commemorative item2nd place: $10 to Gazelle Sports + commemorative item3rd place: commemorative item

Age Groups start at 9 and under, then go every 5 years (ie: 10-14, 15-19....70-74, 75-19), until 80+. 

RunGR will be providing a cash prize for each race (10 Mile & 5K, Male & Female) as laid out below:

1st place: $1502nd place: $1003rd place: $50Overall Master's: $100

Overall prize winners will not be eligible to win age group awards.  

The Road Runners Club of America will be presenting special awards for the 10 Mile. 

Pacers

We offer pacers for the 10 Mile to help get you to your goal. The pace groups start at a 7-minute mile and go every 30 seconds to the 12-minute mile pace. 

Route

Check back soon. We are actively working with the City of Grand Rapids to secure both our 10 Mile & 5K routes.

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Road Running , Walk , Vertical race

Distance:

5K , 10K to Half Marathon

Organized since 2015

Short review

The Lake Michigan Credit Union Bridge Run has been providing the community with a premier starting line to accomplish goals since 2002 and we invite you to join us in person or virtually to keep the tradition "running" (pun intended)! Whether you pick the 10 Mile Run or 5K Run/Walk, be assured you will have a great race day experience running through downtown Grand Rapids and of course, crossing the many bridges in the city. As race day gets closer, stay tuned for the specific route and Covid-19 safety protocols that will be in place. We plan on BOTH races starting at 8am this year.

We are excited for a NEW start/finish location this year that will allow us to spread out and enjoy more bridges. We will be located on the west side of the 6th Street Bridge (use 731 Front Ave NW, Grand Rapids, 49504 in your GPS for our physical location). The historic 6th Street bridge is an icon and a favorite of our event participants. Both the 5K and 10 Mile routes will still go through downtown Grand Rapids (over a bonus bridge), with the 10 Mile still heading out through Riverside Park. You can view the tentative routes (we are still working with the City of Grand Rapids to finalize the details) by clicking on each distance: 5K | 10 Mile. You will notice that the 5K route is essentially the same of everyone, which will allow us to start BOTH races at 8am this year! ArtPrize will kickoff a few days before us and on their website there is an interactive map that allows you to see where art is placed in the City and along our route!

Our volunteer race committee is excited to put on this event for YOU! If you have any questions, please let us know by emailing lmcubridgerun@gmail.com. 


Why the Bridge Run?
All participants receive a finishers medal & commemorative shirtAid stations on both courses featuring Gatorade & water, with GU energy packets on the 10 Mile courseSpirit stations to CHEER YOU ONPacers for the 10 Mile to help you achieve YOUR GOALScenic route taking you through downtown Grand Rapids, the many parks in the city, and over bridgesCash prizes for the top 3 finishers and overall masters winner for both the 5K & 10 MileIn 2016, it was voted Top 50 Road Races in Michigan by MLiveIn 2016, it was named Top 10 Fall Road Races in Michigan by MLiveIn 2021, the 10 Mile is part of the Road Runners Club of America Michigan Championship SeriesA portion of the race proceeds are donated to local groups to help move their missions forwardFREE training plans to help youOur committee works throughout the year to make sure you are smiling when you cross the finish line!

You can view pictures from Bridge Runs past on our Flickr page.

Make sure to follow us on Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram

We have age-based pricing activated, anyone 18 and under on race day will pay $35 for the 10 Mile & $20 for the 5K (virtual events are not included). There is nothing you need to do other than input your age when you complete the signup process!

NEW for this year is our Team Competition, read more!


Volunteer!

It takes over 400 volunteers to create the magic of race day. This is a great opportunity for school teams, families, and individuals to get involved and help our participants have an AMAZING race day experience. We will happily donate $150 to any school or non-profit group that brings out 15+ individuals. Visit our volunteer portal to see and sign up for all of our opportunities.

Awards

We are excited to have Gazelle Sports back this year to help provide our awards. The Bridge Run Age Group Awards are as follows:

1st place: $20 to Gazelle Sports + commemorative item2nd place: $10 to Gazelle Sports + commemorative item3rd place: commemorative item

Age Groups start at 9 and under, then go every 5 years (ie: 10-14, 15-19....70-74, 75-19), until 80+. 

RunGR will be providing a cash prize for each race (10 Mile & 5K, Male & Female) as laid out below:

1st place: $1502nd place: $1003rd place: $50Overall Master's: $100

Overall prize winners will not be eligible to win age group awards.  

The Road Runners Club of America will be presenting special awards for the 10 Mile. 

Pacers

We offer pacers for the 10 Mile to help get you to your goal. The pace groups start at a 7-minute mile and go every 30 seconds to the 12-minute mile pace. 

Route

Check back soon. We are actively working with the City of Grand Rapids to secure both our 10 Mile & 5K routes.


23 Road Running races on 17 September 2023 in Grand Rapids

10 Mile Run

September 15, 2019

The race starts at 08:05

16.1 km

from $50

myTEAM TRIUMPH West Michigan ONLY (10 Mile)

September 15, 2019

The race starts at 08:00

16.1 km

from $0

10 Mile Run

September 20, 2020

The race starts at 08:05

16.1 km

from $45

Virtual Bridge Run 10 Mile

September 14, 2020

The race starts at 01:00

16.1 km

from $30

myTEAM TRIUMPH West Michigan ONLY (10 Mile)

September 20, 2020

The race starts at 08:00

16.1 km

from $0

10 Mile Run

September 19, 2021

The race starts at 08:00

16.1 km

from $55

Virtual Bridge Run 10 Mile

September 19, 2021

The race starts at 01:00

16.1 km

from $40

10 Mile Run

September 19, 2021

The race starts at 08:00

16.1 km

from $55

Virtual Bridge Run 10 Mile

September 19, 2021

The race starts at 01:00

16.1 km

from $30

10 Mile Run!

September 19, 2021

The race starts at 08:05

16.1 km

from $55

Virtual Bridge Run 10 Mile!

September 19, 2021

The race starts at 01:00

16.1 km

from $30

5K Run/Walk

September 15, 2019

The race starts at 08:15

5 km

from $35

5K Run/Walk

September 20, 2020

The race starts at 08:15

5 km

from $30

Virtual Bridge Run 5K Run/Walk

September 14, 2020

The race starts at 01:00

5 km

from $30

High School Cross Country Virtual Meet

September 14, 2020

The race starts at 01:00

5 km

from $12

College Cross Country Virtual Meet

September 14, 2020

The race starts at 01:00

5 km

from $12

5K Run/Walk

September 19, 2021

The race starts at 08:00

5 km

from $37.5

Virtual Bridge Run 5K Run/Walk

September 19, 2021

The race starts at 01:00

5 km

from $25

5K Run/Walk

September 19, 2021

The race starts at 08:00

5 km

from $37

Virtual Bridge Run 5K Run/Walk

September 19, 2021

The race starts at 01:00

5 km

from $30

5K Run/Walk!

September 19, 2021

The race starts at 08:15

5 km

from $35

Virtual Bridge Run 5K Run/Walk!

September 19, 2021

The race starts at 01:00

5 km

from $30

Virtual Bridge Run (10 Mile & 5K)

September 15, 2019

The race starts at 08:00

from $25

Weather for Sep 17, 2023

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Very Good for running

Past weather

Sep 18, 2016

76.65 °F, wind 3.27m/s

Rain in the morning..

Sep 17, 2017

84.85 °F, wind 1.69m/s

Partly cloudy throughout the day..

Sep 16, 2018

81.95 °F, wind 1.96m/s

Partly cloudy until afternoon..

Sep 15, 2019

69.46 °F, wind 1.7m/s

Partly cloudy throughout the day..

Sep 14, 2020

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