Bridge Day 5K RUN 2026

Bridge Day 5K RUN – October 17, 2026
Sponsored by West Virginia University Institute of Technology
Details and registration: activeswv.org/bridge-day-5k-run/
Don't miss your once-a-year opportunity to run across the New River Gorge Bridge on October 17th, 2026. Active SWV's Bridge Day 5K course starts on the North side of the NRG Bridge and gives runners the chance to take in the vast views from the bridge while running south towards the Court Street finish line in the town of Fayetteville. Sign-ups max out at 500 racers, so make sure to secure your spot now! After the race, stick around for all of the Official Bridge Day festivities!
This is a RUN ONLY event. No walking allowed due to restricted road closures with the Official Bridge Day event.
The Active SWV Bridge Day 5K RUN provides the highest level of quality, safety, and accommodation possible for participants. Each racer has a responsibility to understand event logistics and follow security guidelines. Please read all event details to ensure a smooth race experience. Details here - activeswv.org/bridge-day-5k-run/.
This event is very important to Active SWV and the Kids Run Clubs & Community Captains it supports.
This race includes a finisher medal and top finisher medals in these age groups: 0-12, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+ for Male AND Female.
Race participants are required to maintain a pace of 15 minutes per mile for the first mile, prioritizing safety during West Virginia's premier one-day festival. Participants have the flexibility to incorporate walking breaks or adjust to a slower pace after completing the first mile.
REGISTRATION DETAILS
5K RUN (LIMITED TO 500 RACERS)
January 1 – February 25 - $45
February 26 - May 12 - $50
May 13 - July 28 - $55
July 29 - September 1 - $60
September 2- September 27 - $65 (last day to register for event shirt and guaranteed finisher medal)
September 28 - October 14 - $70 (all remaining shirts/finisher medals first-come, first served)
October 17 @ Packet Pickup - $80 (ONLY if space is open, shirt and finisher medal not guaranteed)