Brad Schoener MusicMan 5K Run & 1 Mile Spirit Walk
- Date Sat 17th May 2025
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Drexel Hill, Pennsylvania
- Price $15.00 - $30.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the vibrant Brad Schoener MusicMan 5K Run & 1 Mile Spirit Walk on Saturday, May 17, 2025, in Drexel Hill, Delaware! This exciting event not only celebrates the life and legacy of beloved music director Brad Schoener but also supports the Brad Schoener Memorial Music Fund and its initiatives to empower young musicians in the Upper Darby School District.
Kick off the day with a warm-up session at 8:15 AM, led by professional YMCA trainers, followed by the energetic "Inflate-A-Fun Run" at 8:30 AM, where UDSD school teams compete for the Schoener School Spirit Award. Participants can choose to run the 5K or stroll through the 1 Mile Spirit Walk, making it a fantastic family-friendly occasion. Enjoy live music from various performers along the route, including our Groove Patrol drumline and brass ensembles. Finish with a unique twist—each participant will receive a mini-harmonica as a finisher medal, while top winners will be awarded full-size harmonicas. Come out to celebrate music, community, and the joyful spirit of Brad Schoener while making a difference in the lives of aspiring musicians!
Kick off the day with a warm-up session at 8:15 AM, led by professional YMCA trainers, followed by the energetic "Inflate-A-Fun Run" at 8:30 AM, where UDSD school teams compete for the Schoener School Spirit Award. Participants can choose to run the 5K or stroll through the 1 Mile Spirit Walk, making it a fantastic family-friendly occasion. Enjoy live music from various performers along the route, including our Groove Patrol drumline and brass ensembles. Finish with a unique twist—each participant will receive a mini-harmonica as a finisher medal, while top winners will be awarded full-size harmonicas. Come out to celebrate music, community, and the joyful spirit of Brad Schoener while making a difference in the lives of aspiring musicians!
Organiser's Description
ABOUT BRAD SCHOENER
BRAD SCHOENER was a music director in the Upper Darby School District for 25 years. He lost a courageous battle to leiomyosarcoma cancer in 2009, but not before having an incredibly positive impact on the lives of countless students, colleagues, and friends. Brad was loved wherever he went and helped mold the future paths of thousands of children through his passion for music and his ability to bring out that passion in his students.
THE BRAD SCHOENER FUND
Proceeds from the 5K Run support the Brad Schoener Memorial Music Fund and its MusicMan Academy programs. The mission of Brad's Fund is to support the musical abilities and aspirations of instrumental music students in the Upper Darby School District through the funding of instruments, instruction, and experiences for interested and talented students who might not otherwise have the opportunities due to personal circumstances. Brad's Fund is supported by the Upper Darby Arts & Education Foundation.
WHAT'S NEW IN 2024??
Look for the tent on Arlington Field behind the Arlington Mansion (Toppitzer Funeral Home [https://runsignup.com/2900%20State%20Rd,%20Drexel%20Hill,%20PA%2019026])! We will kick off the day's festivities at 8:15 AM with our first "WARM UP WITH THE Y!" stretching with professional YMCA trainers and getting those muscles ready to run! Then - join the fun at 8:30 AM as we hold the first "INFLATE - A -FUN RUN" as the UDSD School Teams compete to win the Schoener School Spirit Award! As always -- LOOK FOR SPECIAL GUESTS DURING OUR PRE-RACE FESTIVITIES! Be sure to arrive in time to see who our 2024 SPECIAL GUEST WILL BE FROM 8:15 - 9:15 AM! Families are encouraged to complete the 5K or the 1 Mile Spirit Walk together and then... we have SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE as we celebrate our 14th year of keeping Brad Schoener's wishes alive for Upper Darby children. As always - be ready to hear LIVE MUSIC along the 5K route - our Groove Patrol drumline, bagpipes, brass ensembles, ukulele circle, Delaware County Flute Choir... and MORE!
The MusicMan 5K is known for its UNIQUE FINISHER MEDALS - actual working mini-harmonicas! Age Group awards are given (full size harmonicas) and Overall Male/Female race winners receive 14K gold plated harmonicas! It's a very musical finish!
YOUR GENEROUS DONATION DIRECTLY SUPPORTS THE FOLLOWING:
Schoener College Scholarship for UDSD Graduating Senior majoring in Music Education
Annual Musical Summer Camps - MusicMan Camp, Jazz Jam! Camp, Stellar Strings Camp, Sonic Sandbox classes, & MusicMan Butterfly Buddy Camp for children with disabilities
Community Music Programs for Local Kids and Senior Citizens
Instrument Donations for Lessons and Camps
Free Music Lessons for Students as well as Camp & Educational Scholarships
The Brad Schoener 5K Run / Walk is the primary fundraiser for the MusicMan Academy programs and initiatives.
We thank all of you for the past fourteen years of support for the Brad Schoener Fund, Upper Darby Arts & Education Foundation, and its programs.
QUESTIONS?
CALL 610-321-3535 OR
EMAIL: [email protected]
The Upper Darby Arts & Education Foundation is an independent, non-profit, 501(c)(3) corporation. The official registration and financial information of the Upper Darby Arts & Education Foundation, Inc. may be obtained from the Pennsylvania Department of State by calling toll free, within Pennsylvania, 1 (800) 732.0999. Registration does not imply endorsement.
This event is a proud partnership of the Upper Darby School District, Arlington Cemetery, Upper Darby Township, and the Brad Schoener Memorial Music Fund of the Upper Darby Arts & Education Foundation.
NO PETS PLEASE!
BRAD SCHOENER was a music director in the Upper Darby School District for 25 years. He lost a courageous battle to leiomyosarcoma cancer in 2009, but not before having an incredibly positive impact on the lives of countless students, colleagues, and friends. Brad was loved wherever he went and helped mold the future paths of thousands of children through his passion for music and his ability to bring out that passion in his students.
THE BRAD SCHOENER FUND
Proceeds from the 5K Run support the Brad Schoener Memorial Music Fund and its MusicMan Academy programs. The mission of Brad's Fund is to support the musical abilities and aspirations of instrumental music students in the Upper Darby School District through the funding of instruments, instruction, and experiences for interested and talented students who might not otherwise have the opportunities due to personal circumstances. Brad's Fund is supported by the Upper Darby Arts & Education Foundation.
WHAT'S NEW IN 2024??
Look for the tent on Arlington Field behind the Arlington Mansion (Toppitzer Funeral Home [https://runsignup.com/2900%20State%20Rd,%20Drexel%20Hill,%20PA%2019026])! We will kick off the day's festivities at 8:15 AM with our first "WARM UP WITH THE Y!" stretching with professional YMCA trainers and getting those muscles ready to run! Then - join the fun at 8:30 AM as we hold the first "INFLATE - A -FUN RUN" as the UDSD School Teams compete to win the Schoener School Spirit Award! As always -- LOOK FOR SPECIAL GUESTS DURING OUR PRE-RACE FESTIVITIES! Be sure to arrive in time to see who our 2024 SPECIAL GUEST WILL BE FROM 8:15 - 9:15 AM! Families are encouraged to complete the 5K or the 1 Mile Spirit Walk together and then... we have SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE as we celebrate our 14th year of keeping Brad Schoener's wishes alive for Upper Darby children. As always - be ready to hear LIVE MUSIC along the 5K route - our Groove Patrol drumline, bagpipes, brass ensembles, ukulele circle, Delaware County Flute Choir... and MORE!
The MusicMan 5K is known for its UNIQUE FINISHER MEDALS - actual working mini-harmonicas! Age Group awards are given (full size harmonicas) and Overall Male/Female race winners receive 14K gold plated harmonicas! It's a very musical finish!
YOUR GENEROUS DONATION DIRECTLY SUPPORTS THE FOLLOWING:
Schoener College Scholarship for UDSD Graduating Senior majoring in Music Education
Annual Musical Summer Camps - MusicMan Camp, Jazz Jam! Camp, Stellar Strings Camp, Sonic Sandbox classes, & MusicMan Butterfly Buddy Camp for children with disabilities
Community Music Programs for Local Kids and Senior Citizens
Instrument Donations for Lessons and Camps
Free Music Lessons for Students as well as Camp & Educational Scholarships
The Brad Schoener 5K Run / Walk is the primary fundraiser for the MusicMan Academy programs and initiatives.
We thank all of you for the past fourteen years of support for the Brad Schoener Fund, Upper Darby Arts & Education Foundation, and its programs.
QUESTIONS?
CALL 610-321-3535 OR
EMAIL: [email protected]
The Upper Darby Arts & Education Foundation is an independent, non-profit, 501(c)(3) corporation. The official registration and financial information of the Upper Darby Arts & Education Foundation, Inc. may be obtained from the Pennsylvania Department of State by calling toll free, within Pennsylvania, 1 (800) 732.0999. Registration does not imply endorsement.
This event is a proud partnership of the Upper Darby School District, Arlington Cemetery, Upper Darby Township, and the Brad Schoener Memorial Music Fund of the Upper Darby Arts & Education Foundation.
NO PETS PLEASE!
Races
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5K-Live Event
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 17th May 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$30.00
OPENS SOON -
1 Mile Spirit Walk
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 17th May 2025 (9:15AM EDT)
$15.00
OPENS SOON
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