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Mark your calendars for Sunday, October 19, 2025, at 7:15 AM! Experience the thrill and breathtaking views of crossing the iconic Newport Pell Bridge on the only day of the year it’s open to pedestrians. This 4-mile, point-to-point race starts in Jamestown and finishes in downtown Newport, welcoming runners and walkers of all ages and paces.
2025 Registration opens on April 1st!
Entry Fees
Schedule | Price |
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April 1 – July 31 | $50 |
August 1 – September 30 | $55 |
October 1 – October 15 | $60 |
Onsite (Friday, Saturday Only) | $70 |
What Do I Get?
Entry fees include shuttle transportation to the start line, a long sleeve cotton shirt, and finisher’s medal.
Military Discount
The Citizens Pell Bridge Run extends its thanks to those serving our country. We invite active, reserve members and veterans of all military branches to email us to receive a discounted registration.
Schedule
Wednesday, October 15
11:59 PM: Online registration closes
Friday, October 17
4:00 – 7:00 PM: Bib pick-up
Location: Ragged Island Brewing (map)
Saturday, October 18
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Bib pick-up
Location: Newport Marriott (map)
We very strongly encourage participants to pick up their bib and shirt on Friday or Saturday at the packet pick up to alleviate race morning delays. There is no onsite registration on Sunday.
Bib Pick Up
Registered participants can pick up their race bib and event shirt at Ragged Island Brewing Co. on Friday, The Newport Marriott Atrium on Saturday, or the Newport Bus Depot on Sunday before the race. Schedule details above.
Onsite registration is available only on Friday and Saturday. There is no race-day registration on Sunday.
Photo ID Required
All participants must present a photo ID to pick up their bib. Participants may pick up for friends and family, but must provide a copy of the ID or a photo of the ID on their phone for verification.
Athlete Shirts
All registered athletes will receive a race long sleeve shirt. Shirt size is subject to availability. Participants that arrive to registration early have the best opportunity to secure the size they would like. Choosing a size on our online registration does not guarantee that your size will be available at packet pick-up.
Donate Your Shirt to Charity
You are able to opt-out of receiving your event t-shirt when registering. We will then, in turn, donate the cost of producing that shirt to the Citizens Pell Bridge Run’s non-profit beneficiaries, and announce the donation amount from this initiative following the event.
Registration Policies
The Citizens Pell Bridge Run is a not-for-profit race with 100% of net proceeds going to local non-profits.
Extreme Weather Policy
The bridge is exposed to wind and the elements. Runners should monitor the weather leading up to race day and prepare accordingly.
Our events are held rain or shine. However, there is always the potential for extreme or severe weather conditions. Race organizers will do as much as we can to ensure the experience is as safe as possible. In the event of severe weather, the race may be delayed as race officials consult public safety officers. If there is more than a short delay, if conditions persist, or the forecast calls for extreme weather, race officials reserve the right to alter or cancel the race. We do not schedule “rain dates”. Any decision to cancel an event is done as an absolute last resort and is made collectively with local risk management, police, fire & rescue, and medical personnel as appropriate. In such situations, there will be NO REFUNDS as registrants accept any such risk of their entry fee when signing up.
Please check the website, our Facebook page, and your email before the race for any changes or cancellations.