Brian's Run
- Date Sun 17th November 2024
- Time 1:00PM EST
- Location West Chester, Pennsylvania
- Price $33.30
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 5 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an inspiring day of community spirit and athleticism at Brian's Run, taking place on Sunday, November 17th, 2024, in the heart of West Chester, Chester. This beloved annual event features two exciting race options: a 5k and a challenging 5-mile course that takes you through the charming streets of Downtown West Chester. Celebrated as one of the "Top 10 Races To Do" by Philly Magazine, Brian's Run has a rich history dating back to 1978, when it was organized to support a local hero, Brian Bratcher, after a life-altering injury.
This year, the first 125 participants to register will receive a stylish T-shirt to commemorate the day. Not only does this race encourage fitness, but it also supports a great cause, as proceeds will benefit the West Chester Food Cupboard. Join us at Stove and Tap, located at 158 W. Gay Street, for Nuber pickup starting at noon, followed by an exciting post-race party featuring live music and drink specials. With thousands of participants expected, it's the perfect opportunity to experience the camaraderie and energy of the West Chester community while making a difference. Lace up your running shoes and be part of
This year, the first 125 participants to register will receive a stylish T-shirt to commemorate the day. Not only does this race encourage fitness, but it also supports a great cause, as proceeds will benefit the West Chester Food Cupboard. Join us at Stove and Tap, located at 158 W. Gay Street, for Nuber pickup starting at noon, followed by an exciting post-race party featuring live music and drink specials. With thousands of participants expected, it's the perfect opportunity to experience the camaraderie and energy of the West Chester community while making a difference. Lace up your running shoes and be part of
Organiser's Description
Brian's Run will have a 5k and a 5 mile option this year. It will be in Downtown West Chester. It has been listed as a "Top 10 Race To Do" by Philly Magazine and is one of the longest running races in the area. This year's race will be held in Downtown West Chester. T-SHIRTS TO THE FIRST 125 PEOPLE TO SIGN UP.
THIS YEAR'S RACE WILL BENEFIT THE WEST CHESTER FOOD CUPBOARD. [https://westchesterfoodcupboard.org/]
NUBER PICKUP WILL START AT NOON AT STOVE AND TAP [https://stoveandtap-wc.com/#]IN THE MAIN RESTAURANT. THIS IS LOCATED ON THE CORNER OF DARLINGTON STREET AND WEST GAY STREETS. (158 W. GAY ST) THE AWARDS CEREMONY AND POST-RACE PARTY WILL BE HERE ALSO. STOVE AND TAP WILL BE FEATURING A BANK AND DRINK SPECIALS AT THE POST RACE EVENT.
Race History:
Brians Run began in 1978 as a one-time fund raising event to benefit Brian Bratcher, a West Chester Henderson High School football player who sustained a life-challenging spinal cord injury at the age of 15 during a scrimmage.
Brian was paralyzed that year, and his friends, their parents and the community as a whole wanted to help.
They organized a race and hoped to raise $500. That first year, 2,000 runners participated and the effort raised $20,000 to help Brian with his expenses. After 1979, Brian felt he had benefited enough from the proceeds and asked to have others benefit from the annual event.
The race for years has raised funds for disabled people from the community who need help with physical mobility, seeing and communication.
In 2009, the race changed from a 10k to a 5 mile lop. The course is a challenging out and back through West Chester, starting and ending at Henderson High School, Brians alma mater.
In year's past, the race has attracted thousands of runners ranging from locals to nationals and international participants and has been called one of the 100 Great Races by Runners World and one of the Top 10 Philly Races To Do by Philadelphia Magazine. In recent years, the race-day activities have drawn about 3,000 participants and many spectators who spend the day volunteering and cheering on the runners.
THIS YEAR'S RACE WILL BENEFIT THE WEST CHESTER FOOD CUPBOARD. [https://westchesterfoodcupboard.org/]
NUBER PICKUP WILL START AT NOON AT STOVE AND TAP [https://stoveandtap-wc.com/#]IN THE MAIN RESTAURANT. THIS IS LOCATED ON THE CORNER OF DARLINGTON STREET AND WEST GAY STREETS. (158 W. GAY ST) THE AWARDS CEREMONY AND POST-RACE PARTY WILL BE HERE ALSO. STOVE AND TAP WILL BE FEATURING A BANK AND DRINK SPECIALS AT THE POST RACE EVENT.
Race History:
Brians Run began in 1978 as a one-time fund raising event to benefit Brian Bratcher, a West Chester Henderson High School football player who sustained a life-challenging spinal cord injury at the age of 15 during a scrimmage.
Brian was paralyzed that year, and his friends, their parents and the community as a whole wanted to help.
They organized a race and hoped to raise $500. That first year, 2,000 runners participated and the effort raised $20,000 to help Brian with his expenses. After 1979, Brian felt he had benefited enough from the proceeds and asked to have others benefit from the annual event.
The race for years has raised funds for disabled people from the community who need help with physical mobility, seeing and communication.
In 2009, the race changed from a 10k to a 5 mile lop. The course is a challenging out and back through West Chester, starting and ending at Henderson High School, Brians alma mater.
In year's past, the race has attracted thousands of runners ranging from locals to nationals and international participants and has been called one of the 100 Great Races by Runners World and one of the Top 10 Philly Races To Do by Philadelphia Magazine. In recent years, the race-day activities have drawn about 3,000 participants and many spectators who spend the day volunteering and cheering on the runners.
Races
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Brian's Run 5k Race
Incl. $3.30 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 17th November 2024 (1:00PM EST)
$33.30
CLOSEDThe races will start at Church and Market Streets. The 5k finishes by Nudy's. The 5 miler finishes at Church and Market Streets where it started. Brians Run began in 1978 as a one-time fund raising event to benefit Brian Bratcher, a West Chester Henderson High School football player who sustained a life-challenging spinal cord injury at the age of 15 during a scrimmage. Brian was paralyzed that year, and his friends, their parents and the community as a whole wanted to help. They organized a race and hoped to raise $500. That first year, 2,000 runners participated and the effort raised $20,000 to help Brian with his expenses. After 1979, Brian felt he had benefited enough from the proceeds and asked to have others benefit from the annual event. The race for years has raised funds for disabled people from the community who need help with physical mobility, seeing and communication. In 2009, the race changed from a 10k to a 5 mile loop. Each year, the race has attracted thousands of runners ranging from locals to nationals and international participants and has been called one of the 100 Great Races by Runners World and Top 12 Essential Philly Runs by Philadelphia Magazine. In recent years, the race-day activities have drawn about 3,000 participants and many spectators who spend the day volunteering and cheering on the runners. -
2K Walk
Incl. $3.30 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 17th November 2024 (1:00PM EST)
$33.30
CLOSEDBrians Run began in 1978 as a one-time fund raising event to benefit Brian Bratcher, a West Chester Henderson High School football player who sustained a life-challenging spinal cord injury at the age of 15 during a scrimmage. Brian was paralyzed that year, and his friends, their parents and the community as a whole wanted to help. They organized a race and hoped to raise $500. That first year, 2,000 runners participated and the effort raised $20,000 to help Brian with his expenses. After 1979, Brian felt he had benefited enough from the proceeds and asked to have others benefit from the annual event. The race for years has raised funds for disabled people from the community who need help with physical mobility, seeing and communication. Each year, the race has attracted thousands of runners ranging from locals to nationals and international participants and has been called one of the 100 Great Races by Runners World and Top 12 Essential Philly Runs by Philadelphia Magazine. In recent years, the race-day activities have drawn about 3,000 participants and many spectators who spend the day volunteering and cheering on the runners. -
Brian's Run 5 Miler
Incl. $3.30 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 17th November 2024 (1:00PM EST)
$33.30
CLOSEDThis race will start at Church and Market Street and run 3 laps of the Downtown Loop/
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