THE CRESCENT CITY CONNECTION BRIDGE RUN

Join us for a great evening as you RUN OR WALK the most unique course in the South across the iconic Crescent City Connection! Starting at 6:00 pm, the CCC Bridge Run gives participants a breathtaking view of the city’s skyline at sunset.

Participants start on New Orleans’ Westbank and cross the Mississippi River via the Crescent City Connection Bridge. This event is a favorite among serious runners, walkers and partiers alike! Experience the skyline and enjoy the post-race party, that only the folks from the Crescent City Classic can throw!

MARK YOUR CALENDARS – REGISTRATION WILL OPEN MAY 2027!

REGISTRATION FEES:

  • The fee to register ranges from $45 to $60 depending on date of registration.
  • Children 5 and under can participate for free, but do not receive a shirt, bib or medal.

YOUR REGISTRATION INCLUDES:

  • Commemorative t-shirt and finishers medal
  • Timed race bib and results
  • Entry into post-race party with live music
  • FREE shuttle service
  • Finishers Medallion

ONLY THOSE WHO ARE REGISTERED AND WEARING RACE BIBS WILL ALLOWED TO PARTICIPATE.

TEAM DISCOUNT: ASK YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY TO JOIN YOUR TEAM! TEAMS OF 10+ WILL RECEIVE A $5 DISCOUNT! 

HOW IT WORKS: The initial member of the group will create the team and team name. As other members of the group register, they select the team name from the drop-down menu to join that team/group. The first 9 team members pay the regular registration price. When the 10th member joins the team, he/she will receive a $5 discount. As soon as the 10th registration is complete, the first 9 team members will receive a $5 refund to their original form of payment.

PACKET PICK-UP OPTIONS:

EARLY PACKET PICK-UP:

  • Dates and Locations for Early Packet Pick-Up for the 2027 CCC Bridge Run will be available at a later date!

RACE DAY PACKET PICK-UP: 

  • Participants can pick up their bib number from the Registration Tents on the West Bank near the Start Line. Shirts will be at the post-race fest for you to pick up after you finish!

The 2027 Shirt and Medal design will be announced in Summer 2027.  

3:30 pm Free shuttle buses begin picking up participants to bring to Start Line on Westbank

5:00 pm Race Day packet pick-up begins.

5:30 pm Last shuttle bus departs the Eastbank to drop off participants at Start Line

5:45 pm Final Announcements, Dignitary Welcome and the National Anthem begin at the start line.

6:00 pm The CCC Bridge Run begins!

6:30 pm The post-race party commences.

7:00 pm Buses begin picking up participants to bring back to Westbank.

7:30 pm Award ceremony begins on stage

9:00 pm The CCC Bridge Run post-race party officially ends. Last shuttle bus departs the Eastbank to bring participants to the Westbank.

PARK AT THE FINISH (EAST BANK) AND TAKE FREE SHUTTLE TO START:

Park near the finish line/post-race party.

Free shuttle buses will bring race participants from the East Bank and to the start area at Oakwood Center from 4:00pm until 5:15pm. 

PARK AT THE START (WEST BANK) AND TAKE FREE SHUTTLE AFTER RACE:

Park for no charge in the Oakwood Center parking lot. Shuttles will bring you from the post-race fest on the East Bank to your car on the West Bank in Oakwood Center from 7:00pm until 9:00pm.

Participants are invited to attend the Michelob Ultra Post-Race Party and awards ceremony after the race. Live entertainment, Michelob Ultra Beer, Kentwood Springs water, Gatorade, and Blue Runner Foods Red Beans and Rice will be provided for all race participants. 

Open Division Awards:
  • 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place Male Finishers  
  • 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place Female Finishers
 
Masters (40+), Grandmasters (50+) & Seniors (60+) Division Awards:
  • 1st Place Male Finisher
  • 1st Place Female Finisher
Age Group Awards:

1st Place Male Finisher and 1st Place Female Finisher in following age groups: 19 & under, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-75, 75-80, 80 & over.

NEW THIS YEAR! … Largest Team Award! The team with the most participants will win!
NOTE: No duplication of awards.

2027 CCC Bridge Run Course Map

The 2027 Course Map will be shared in Summer 2027. 

FAQ's

Where does the race start?

The race begins on the West Bank near Oakwood Shopping Center. Race Day number pick up and registration will begin at 5:00 PM. 

Where does the race finish?

The race ends on the Eastbank at where the post-race party will be held! After the race, you can pick up your race t-shirt and enjoy free food, Michelob Ultra beer, and local LIVE music and dancing at our fun post-race party!

What is the course like?

The course takes you across the Mississippi River on the HOV lane of the Crescent Connection Bridge with a view of the NOLA skyline at sunset. 3.7 miles total; about one mile is uphill and one is downhill; the other two are flat. The uphill slope is gradual, but the downhill slope, off the HOV lane, is steep.

Where do I pick up my t-shirt on race day?

Commemorative race shirts will be given to ALL race participants on Race Day at the end of the race or during Early Number Pickup.

How do I pickup my bib number?

Participants can pick up their bib number from one of the Early packet pick-up locations or on race day at the Registration Tent on the West Bank.

When is early packet pickup?

Dates and Locations for Early Packet Pick-Up for the 2027 CCC Bridge Run will be available at a later date!

Are walkers and strollers welcome?

Absolutely! Just please be courteous to our runners and line up near the back on Race Day.

When will the Bridge be closed?

The Bridge will not be closed for the event. Regular Bridge traffic is not affected by the race because the event utilizes the HOV Transit Lane of the CCC.

Is there an entry fee for the post-race party?

No! Runners, friends and family are all welcome to attend! We will have complimentary food and beer for everyone!