Elves for the Shelves 5K, Walk, and Fun Run
- Date Sat 6th December 2025
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Wayne, Pennsylvania
- Price $20.00 - $30.00
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready to kick off the holiday season with a festive spirit at the Elves for the Shelves 5K, Walk, and Fun Run on Saturday, December 6, 2025, in Wayne, Delaware! This exciting event, held in front of the Radnor Memorial Library, promises a fun-filled morning for families, friends, and colleagues alike. You can choose to participate in the professionally timed 5K race, the 2.3-mile walk, or the delightful half-mile Fun Run, which is perfect for participants of all ages, including families with strollers and those in wheelchairs.
As part of the cherished Christmas in Wayne activities, the Elves for the Shelves event not only offers a great way to get active but also supports the important mission of the Radnor Memorial Library. Funds raised help enhance community programs and resources, making this a wonderful opportunity to give back while enjoying a festive atmosphere. Join us for a morning full of holiday cheer, creative costuming, and the chance to win prizes! Remember to register by November 10 to guarantee your t-shirt, and don't miss the chance to be part of a team or set individual fundraising goals for fabulous incentives. We can't wait to see you there!
As part of the cherished Christmas in Wayne activities, the Elves for the Shelves event not only offers a great way to get active but also supports the important mission of the Radnor Memorial Library. Funds raised help enhance community programs and resources, making this a wonderful opportunity to give back while enjoying a festive atmosphere. Join us for a morning full of holiday cheer, creative costuming, and the chance to win prizes! Remember to register by November 10 to guarantee your t-shirt, and don't miss the chance to be part of a team or set individual fundraising goals for fabulous incentives. We can't wait to see you there!
Organiser's Description
RUN OR WALK TO SUPPORT RADNOR MEMORIAL LIBRARY AT THE ANNUAL ELVES FOR THE SHELVES 5K, WALK, & FUN RUN.
Kick off the holiday season with us! As part of the traditional Christmas in Wayne activities, the Elves race is a fantastic way to gather family, friends, and colleagues for a fun, festive morning. Funds raised through this event support the Library's mission to provide programs, collections, space, and other resources that enhance the quality of life for the entire community.
DATE: SATURDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2025
TIME: 8:00 AM
LOCATION: RADNOR MEMORIAL LIBRARY
5K TIMED RACE: Racers start and finish this 5K in front of Radnor Memorial Library. The race is professionally timed by Bryn Mawr Race Company. Prizes will be awarded to the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners in each age group in the 5K. Age groups are: 6 & under, 7-9, 10-12, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39...60-69, 70+.
WALK (2.3 MILES): Walkers start and finish the 2.3 mile Walk in front of Radnor Memorial Library. This event is for Walkers who prefer a longer route than the half mile Fun Run/Walk. Stroller and wheelchair accessible.The route proceeds along West Wayne Ave, crosses Conestoga Rd. Turn left on Atlee Rd and proceeds through Wayne neighborhood, back to the Library.
FUN RUN/WALK (.5 MILE): The Half Mile Fun Run/Walk is for all ages and is stroller & wheelchair accessible. All children 12 years old and under will receive a finish medal. Santa will be in attendance and prizes will be awarded for creative costuming!
VIRTUAL RUN/WALK: Don't live near Radnor? You can participate from afar and run or walk wherever you are! Sign up as a Virtual Runner/Walker and log your distance and time on race day.
T-SHIRTS: Register by NOV. 10 to be guaranteed a t-shirt.
ORGANIZE A FAMILY OR COMPANY TEAM: It's better when you do it together! Organize a family, workplace, or community team. Set a team fundraising goal to support the library.
DONATIONS: Participants can also set individual fundraising goals! Those who raise or donate $100+, $300+, or $500+ will receive incentive prizes and be listed on our Thank You Banner at the event.
PACKET PICK UP: FRIDAY, DECEMBER 5, 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM in the Library's Windsor Room (on the lower level). OR pick everything up on race morning between 7:00 - 7:30 AM.
RACE DAY PARKING: Free parking in Wayne on race day! Park on the the street or in municipal lots (including the lots behind Library on S. Wayne Ave. and downtown on S. Wayne Ave.) for free. NO PARKING on W. Wayne Ave, the road will be closed for the race festivities.
WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU ON RACE DAY. THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT OF RADNOR MEMORIAL LIBRARY!
Kick off the holiday season with us! As part of the traditional Christmas in Wayne activities, the Elves race is a fantastic way to gather family, friends, and colleagues for a fun, festive morning. Funds raised through this event support the Library's mission to provide programs, collections, space, and other resources that enhance the quality of life for the entire community.
DATE: SATURDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2025
TIME: 8:00 AM
LOCATION: RADNOR MEMORIAL LIBRARY
5K TIMED RACE: Racers start and finish this 5K in front of Radnor Memorial Library. The race is professionally timed by Bryn Mawr Race Company. Prizes will be awarded to the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners in each age group in the 5K. Age groups are: 6 & under, 7-9, 10-12, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39...60-69, 70+.
WALK (2.3 MILES): Walkers start and finish the 2.3 mile Walk in front of Radnor Memorial Library. This event is for Walkers who prefer a longer route than the half mile Fun Run/Walk. Stroller and wheelchair accessible.The route proceeds along West Wayne Ave, crosses Conestoga Rd. Turn left on Atlee Rd and proceeds through Wayne neighborhood, back to the Library.
FUN RUN/WALK (.5 MILE): The Half Mile Fun Run/Walk is for all ages and is stroller & wheelchair accessible. All children 12 years old and under will receive a finish medal. Santa will be in attendance and prizes will be awarded for creative costuming!
VIRTUAL RUN/WALK: Don't live near Radnor? You can participate from afar and run or walk wherever you are! Sign up as a Virtual Runner/Walker and log your distance and time on race day.
T-SHIRTS: Register by NOV. 10 to be guaranteed a t-shirt.
ORGANIZE A FAMILY OR COMPANY TEAM: It's better when you do it together! Organize a family, workplace, or community team. Set a team fundraising goal to support the library.
DONATIONS: Participants can also set individual fundraising goals! Those who raise or donate $100+, $300+, or $500+ will receive incentive prizes and be listed on our Thank You Banner at the event.
PACKET PICK UP: FRIDAY, DECEMBER 5, 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM in the Library's Windsor Room (on the lower level). OR pick everything up on race morning between 7:00 - 7:30 AM.
RACE DAY PARKING: Free parking in Wayne on race day! Park on the the street or in municipal lots (including the lots behind Library on S. Wayne Ave. and downtown on S. Wayne Ave.) for free. NO PARKING on W. Wayne Ave, the road will be closed for the race festivities.
WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU ON RACE DAY. THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT OF RADNOR MEMORIAL LIBRARY!
Races
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5K Race
Incl. T-Shirt (Unisex Sizing)
Sat 6th December 2025 (8:00AM EST)
$30.00
Timed Race. Age Categories: 6 & Under, 7-9, 10-12, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39...60-69, 70+ -
Walk (2.3 Miles)
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 6th December 2025 (8:10AM EST)
$25.00
NEW THIS YEAR! Walk 2.3 miles - course is along neighborhood streets in Wayne, starting and finishing at the Library. Stroller and wheelchair accessible. -
Fun Run for Kids
Incl. T-Shirt (Unisex Sizing)
Sat 6th December 2025 (8:15AM EST)
$20.00
Untimed half mile run or walk event for all ages. All children 12 years old and under will receive a medal at the Finish Line. -
Virtual Runner or Walker
Incl. T-Shirt (Unisex Sizing)
$30.00
Don't live near Radnor? You can participate from afar and run or walk wherever you are!
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