Bermuda National Gallery invites runners, walkers and families to participate in the BNG Run for the Arts 5K Run and Walk on Sunday, October 25, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM, starting at Parsons Road Community Playground in Pembroke.
This community fundraising event brings fitness and creativity together while supporting public art, youth development and educational initiatives. The scenic 5K route travels through North East Hamilton, Happy Valley and Palmetto Road before returning to the playground.
Participants can choose from a competitive 5K run, competitive 5K walk, non-competitive 5K run/walk or a one-mile children's race. The children's race begins at 8:00 AM, followed by all 5K categories at 8:30 AM.
Proceeds benefit Bermuda National Gallery's public mural projects, arts education programmes and internship opportunities for young Bermudians. The event forms part of Bermuda's Art Month celebrations, encouraging residents to get active while contributing to the island's creative community.
Terms:Competitive 5K participants must be at least 10 years old. Children under 10 may participate in the non-competitive event when accompanied by an adult. The children's one-mile race is for ages 7–10.
Entry fees are $15 for the children's race and participants under 20, $35 for adult 5K runners, $30 for competitive walkers and $25 for non-competitive participants. An additional $5 late-registration fee applies from Saturday, October 24, until the applicable race start.
Strollers are permitted in the walking category only and should start near the back. Dogs are not permitted in the start/finish area.
