When does the Bridge Builder 5k sell out?

Bridge Builder 5k hasn't published a hard registration deadline. Most races of this size raise the entry fee in tiers (early-bird, regular, late) and can sell out without warning — sign up early if you're committed.

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Bridge Builder 5k

Q: How hard is the Bridge Builder 5k 5K?

Bridge Builder 5k is a 5K on a road course in Lakeland, Florida. We don't have a verified elevation profile yet — check the organizer's course map for the climb breakdown.

Q: What should I wear for the Bridge Builder 5k?

Race-day weather in Lakeland can swing year over year, so dress for the forecast on the day. As a rule of thumb, dress for ~10°F warmer than the standing temperature once you start running. Layer with a throwaway long-sleeve at the start, gloves and a hat for sub-50°F mornings, and a singlet plus a visor when it climbs above 60°F. The published start time is 8:30 AM. Check the race-day weather forecast on this page closer to the date for a specific recommendation.

April 11, 2026

Lakeland, Florida

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About the Race

The Upsilon Xi Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. (charted 1977) and the Omega Youth and Development Foundation is excited to host our 7th Annual race around the scenic Lake Hollingsworth in Lakeland, FL. On Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 8:30 a.m. In accordance with our fraternity’s health initiative, the 2026 Bridge Builder 5k Race aims to show our fraternity’s commitment to promoting an active lifestyle in the Polk County, FL. This year's race will start and finish near the First Presb...

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Course features

Terrain

road

Surface

Road

Elevation gain

Not measured

Course type

Not stated

Field size

Unknown

Boston qualifier

Course map

Not yet published

Elevation profile

Not measured

Accessibility & inclusion

Walker-friendly

Stroller-friendly

Dog-friendly

Kids race

Vibe & community

scenic

charity

Charity race.

History & past results

Years running

Unknown — claim to add

Recurrence

Annual (assumed)

Past finisher times and year-over-year participation will appear here once the organizer publishes them.

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Common questions

How hard is the Bridge Builder 5k 5K?

We don't have a verified elevation profile yet — check the organizer's course map for the climb breakdown.

What should I wear?

Dress for ~10°F warmer than the standing temperature once you start running. Throwaway long-sleeve at the start, gloves and a hat for sub-50°F mornings, singlet plus visor when it climbs above 60°F. The race-day forecast above is the source of truth closer to the date.