Chasing Dreams 5k
Saturday, August 17, 2024
Past event
8:05 AM EDT
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
$27.50–$48.70 · 3 races
5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the exciting inaugural Chasing Dreams 5K on Saturday, August 17, 2024, at the Philadelphia Zoo! This vibrant event celebrates the spirit of competition while offering a unique opportunity to run alongside some of the most majestic creatures on the planet. The USATF certified 5K course winds through the zoo and its perimeter, attracting hundreds of enthusiastic runners of all ages, including some of the fastest youth athletes in the country. For those who prefer a more leisurely pace, a 1-mile walk will also be available.
Race day promises to be a memorable experience, with post-race refreshments from local favorites like Whole Foods, Lemon Perfect, and Federal Donuts. All participants will enjoy a full day of admission to the zoo, allowing you to explore the wonders of wildlife after the race. Be sure to register early, as the first 250 registrants will receive a special swag bag, and T-shirt sizes are guaranteed only until August 1st. Get ready for a day filled with fun, prizes, and community spirit—mark your calendars and chase your dreams with us in Philadelphia!
Race day promises to be a memorable experience, with post-race refreshments from local favorites like Whole Foods, Lemon Perfect, and Federal Donuts. All participants will enjoy a full day of admission to the zoo, allowing you to explore the wonders of wildlife after the race. Be sure to register early, as the first 250 registrants will receive a special swag bag, and T-shirt sizes are guaranteed only until August 1st. Get ready for a day filled with fun, prizes, and community spirit—mark your calendars and chase your dreams with us in Philadelphia!
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Races
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5k Run
Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt/Swag Bag
Entries closed8:00 AM EDT
$48.70
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1 Mile Run/Walk
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed8:05 AM EDT
$43.40
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Spectator Pass
Incl. $2.50 Fee
Entries closed8:05 AM EDT
$27.50
Organiser's description
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Who We Are
We are the oldest continually operating non-profit AAU youth running club in the nation. Ambler Olympic Club (AOC), founded in 1966, has helped thousands of athletes chase their dreams in the last 57 years. We have athletes from all socioeconomic backgrounds, and each year, our volunteer coaches nurture the talents of hundreds of young athletes. We operate year-round, giving athletes an opportunity to compete in outdoor track and field, indoor track and field, and cross-country at the local, regional, and National levels. Athletes of all skill levels are welcome from beginner to national champions. As a result of the excellent coaching and mentorship our youth athletes receive, many have gone on to earn scholarships to compete in college, and some have even competed for Team USA. Regardless of their pathway, or their level of success, every young athlete greatly benefits, physically, mentally, and emotionally from being a part of the AOC family.
OUR EVENT
Our inaugural 5K will take place on SATURDAY, AUGUST 17, 2024 AT THE PHILADELPHIA ZOO. This unique 5K experience will bring the exhilaration of competition with the wonderment of some of the most majestic creatures on the planet. Racers can run wild on the Zoos USATF certified 5K course as it meanders through the Zoo and around its perimeter. We expect hundreds of area runners of all ages, including some of the fastest youth athletes in the country. For those that would rather take the morning a little slower, a 1 mile walk will also be held and spectator passes are available. ALL ATTENDEES MUST BE REGISTERED AS A PARTICIPANT OR SPECTATOR TO ENTER THE ZOO.
RACE DAY FUN
We'll have post-race refreshments and snacks provided by Whole Foods https://www.wholefoodsmarket.com/stores/wynnewood?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=listings, LEMON PERFECT http://lemonperfect.com, HAPPY COFFEE http://happyproducts.com, and FEDERAL DONUTS! http://federaldonuts.com There will be awards, as well as prizes and giveaways. ALL EVENT ATTENDEES WILL ENJOY AN ENTIRE DAY OF FUN AS THEY WILL RECEIVE FULL DAY ADMISSION TO THE ZOO ON RACE DAY WITH THEIR REGISTRATION.
REGISTER EARLY! THE FIRST 250 RACE REGISTRANTS WILL RECEIVE A BAG FILLED WITH AWESOME SWAG INCLUDING A PAIR OF LOCK LACES http://locklaces.com!!!
T-shirts and size selections are only guaranteed if registered before Aug 1st.
STARPOST-RACE RECEPTION PRIZES AND GIVEAWAYS INCLUDE:
A Signed photo of Philadelphia Eagle #17 Nakobe Dean
8 $25 Wegmans http://wegmans.com gift cards
2 $25 Bryn Mawr Running Company https://www.brynmawrrunningco.com gift cards
3 $15 Athleta customer appreciation cards
$30 Juice Pod https://www.thejuicepod.com gift card
3 30 minute stretches from Stretch Zone https://www.stretchzone.com/locations/haverford-pa
6 Urban Air http://urbanair.com Jump passes
Free salads from Chopt https://www.choptsalad.com
Long Sleeve Nike Dryfit TShirts courtesy of Digital Scoreboards http://digitalscoreboards.net
Day Pass at DTXFY https://www.dtxfyme.com
Gift basket and gift card from Chickies & Petes https://chickiesandpetes.com
Philly Pretzel Factory https://phillypretzelfactory.com/locations/plymouth-meeting gift card
Awesome Chasing Dreams Merchandise
and more.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT! WE HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!!
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
DOUBLE EXCLAMATION MARK ALL attendees must be registered as a volunteer, participant (5k/1mi walk), or a spectator to enter the zoo double exclamation mark
7:00AM REGISTRATION OPENS! (BEST TIME TO ARRIVE)
8:00AM 5K RACE START 8AM
8:05AM 1 MILE RUN/WALK
9:00AM POST RACE RECEPTION
10:00AM GO ENJOY YOUR DAY AT THE ZOO!
Who We Are
We are the oldest continually operating non-profit AAU youth running club in the nation. Ambler Olympic Club (AOC), founded in 1966, has helped thousands of athletes chase their dreams in the last 57 years. We have athletes from all socioeconomic backgrounds, and each year, our volunteer coaches nurture the talents of hundreds of young athletes. We operate year-round, giving athletes an opportunity to compete in outdoor track and field, indoor track and field, and cross-country at the local, regional, and National levels. Athletes of all skill levels are welcome from beginner to national champions. As a result of the excellent coaching and mentorship our youth athletes receive, many have gone on to earn scholarships to compete in college, and some have even competed for Team USA. Regardless of their pathway, or their level of success, every young athlete greatly benefits, physically, mentally, and emotionally from being a part of the AOC family.
OUR EVENT
Our inaugural 5K will take place on SATURDAY, AUGUST 17, 2024 AT THE PHILADELPHIA ZOO. This unique 5K experience will bring the exhilaration of competition with the wonderment of some of the most majestic creatures on the planet. Racers can run wild on the Zoos USATF certified 5K course as it meanders through the Zoo and around its perimeter. We expect hundreds of area runners of all ages, including some of the fastest youth athletes in the country. For those that would rather take the morning a little slower, a 1 mile walk will also be held and spectator passes are available. ALL ATTENDEES MUST BE REGISTERED AS A PARTICIPANT OR SPECTATOR TO ENTER THE ZOO.
RACE DAY FUN
We'll have post-race refreshments and snacks provided by Whole Foods https://www.wholefoodsmarket.com/stores/wynnewood?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=listings, LEMON PERFECT http://lemonperfect.com, HAPPY COFFEE http://happyproducts.com, and FEDERAL DONUTS! http://federaldonuts.com There will be awards, as well as prizes and giveaways. ALL EVENT ATTENDEES WILL ENJOY AN ENTIRE DAY OF FUN AS THEY WILL RECEIVE FULL DAY ADMISSION TO THE ZOO ON RACE DAY WITH THEIR REGISTRATION.
REGISTER EARLY! THE FIRST 250 RACE REGISTRANTS WILL RECEIVE A BAG FILLED WITH AWESOME SWAG INCLUDING A PAIR OF LOCK LACES http://locklaces.com!!!
T-shirts and size selections are only guaranteed if registered before Aug 1st.
STARPOST-RACE RECEPTION PRIZES AND GIVEAWAYS INCLUDE:
A Signed photo of Philadelphia Eagle #17 Nakobe Dean
8 $25 Wegmans http://wegmans.com gift cards
2 $25 Bryn Mawr Running Company https://www.brynmawrrunningco.com gift cards
3 $15 Athleta customer appreciation cards
$30 Juice Pod https://www.thejuicepod.com gift card
3 30 minute stretches from Stretch Zone https://www.stretchzone.com/locations/haverford-pa
6 Urban Air http://urbanair.com Jump passes
Free salads from Chopt https://www.choptsalad.com
Long Sleeve Nike Dryfit TShirts courtesy of Digital Scoreboards http://digitalscoreboards.net
Day Pass at DTXFY https://www.dtxfyme.com
Gift basket and gift card from Chickies & Petes https://chickiesandpetes.com
Philly Pretzel Factory https://phillypretzelfactory.com/locations/plymouth-meeting gift card
Awesome Chasing Dreams Merchandise
and more.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT! WE HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!!
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
DOUBLE EXCLAMATION MARK ALL attendees must be registered as a volunteer, participant (5k/1mi walk), or a spectator to enter the zoo double exclamation mark
7:00AM REGISTRATION OPENS! (BEST TIME TO ARRIVE)
8:00AM 5K RACE START 8AM
8:05AM 1 MILE RUN/WALK
9:00AM POST RACE RECEPTION
10:00AM GO ENJOY YOUR DAY AT THE ZOO!
Location
3400 West Girard Ave, Philadelphia, 19104, PA, United States
Chasing Dreams 5k
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