Neuse River Bridge Run
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Neuse River Bridge Run 2026
The Neuse River Bridge Run takes place in historic downtown New Bern and surrounding neighborhoods. In-person events are scheduled for May 1-2, 2026. Virtual events run from May 1 to May 9, 2026. The in-person half marathon and 10K include a run over the Neuse River Bridge; all in-person courses cross the George Cunningham Bridge over the Trent River and finish on East Front Street in front of the Riverfront Convention Center of Craven County.
Race details
- Half Marathon
- 10K
- 5K
- SuperKids Fun Run (children)
Registration opens October 1, 2025. Early registration rates apply through February 28, 2026; prices increase March 1, 2026. Current in-person fees: Half Marathon $70 ($80 after Feb 28), 10K $55 ($65 after), 5K $45 ($50 after), SuperKids $20. Virtual fees match in-person fees and virtual events are not officially timed.
Official timing for in-person events is provided by Run the East. Virtual participants can report results and use the RaceJoy app for live phone tracking and GPS progress alerts. The five beneficiary organizations share 100% of net revenue. Awards: top three male and female finishers receive medals, age-group awards cover 13 categories from 14 and under to 70 and over, and all half marathon finishers receive a finisher medal. Race kits and shirts are provided to registrants. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.