CVIM Presents Dr. Mary's Legacy Run

  • Date Sat 12th September 2026
  • Time 8:30AM EDT
  • Location West Chester, Pennsylvania
  • Price $6.80 - $38.60
  • Races 3 races
  • Distances 5km

Event summary

Get ready for an inspiring day of fitness and community spirit at the 3rd Annual Dr. Mary’s Legacy Run, taking place on Saturday, September 12, 2026, in West Goshen Township, Chester! This vibrant event features a 5K run and a family walk, alongside a fun-filled Kids Fun Run, where young participants can join the excitement before the main race begins. Participants will have the opportunity to compete for awards such as Top Overall Runners, age group winners, and special recognitions for the Best Costume and Largest Team.

Join us in honoring the memory of Dr. Mary Wirshup, a beloved figure dedicated to healthcare access for all. The proceeds from this event will support Community Volunteers in Medicine, providing essential healthcare services to low-income, working individuals in our community. Whether you're running, walking, or cheering from the sidelines, your participation helps continue Dr. Mary’s legacy of compassion and advocacy. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to engage with your community while promoting health and wellness!

Organiser's Description

Community Volunteers in Medicine invites you to join us for the 3rd Annual Dr. Marys Legacy 5K Run & Family Walk. This event brings the community together to raise funds for CVIM, while also honoring the memory of Dr. Mary Wirshup, CVIMs long-time Medical Director. New this year, we will also have a Kids Fun Run, where kids will get the chance to take part in the action before the 5K & Walk begins.

Prizes will be awarded to the following:

Top 3 Overall Runners
Top Male/Female Runners Per Age Group (1-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-99)
Additional Awards:

Best Costume
Largest Team
Highest Fundraising Team
Proceeds from this event will support Community Volunteers in Medicine: providing free, comprehensive health care to low-income, working members of our community. This event honors Dr. Marys legacy as a friend to every patient and volunteer, a passionate advocate for healthcare access for all, and an extraordinarily skilled, compassionate physician. For those who wish, creative costumes are encouraged (but not required!).

All event costs will be covered for CVIM by an anonymous friend.

CVIM provides free, high-quality healthcare to uninsured working people with low incomes to help them live healthy, productive lives and to assure health equity in the Chester County region.

*If you have chronic medical conditions, please check with your physician before participating*

Races

  • 5K Run

    Incl. $3.60 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 12th September 2026 (9:00AM EDT)

    $38.60

    Check-in and Bib Pickup starts at 8:00 am Race begins 9:00
  • Walk and Family Fun Day

    Incl. $3.60 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 12th September 2026 (8:30AM EDT)

    $38.60

  • Kids Fun Run

    Incl. $1.80 Fee

    Sat 12th September 2026 (8:30AM EDT)

    $6.80

    This is a short-distance fun run in the park for younger kids

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Location

West Goshen Community Park, 1023 Fern Hill Road, West Chester, 19380, PA, United States

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