Grow & Walk -A-Thon
- Date Sun 27th July 2025
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Price Free - $43.40
- Races 4 races
Event summary
Join us for the 5th Annual Grow & Walk-A-Thon 5K on Sunday, July 27, 2025, in the vibrant West Oak Lane neighborhood of Philadelphia! This exciting community wellness event is the grand finale of the multi-week Grow & Walk Philly program, aimed at enhancing health and wellness in our communities.
As you stroll through the scenic routes starting from the West Oak Lane Library, you'll discover the area's unique green spaces, including local libraries, schools, and charming front yard gardens. The walk culminates at Awbury Park, where participants can enjoy a festive group celebration and a complimentary lunch! This fun and engaging event is perfect for beginners, leisurely walkers, and families looking to enjoy a day of health and community connection. Best of all, the Grow & Walk-A-Thon is free for West Oak Lane residents, with a sliding scale fee of $20-$40 for others. Don’t miss this opportunity to meet fellow green thumbs and wellness enthusiasts while making lasting memories in your neighborhood!
As you stroll through the scenic routes starting from the West Oak Lane Library, you'll discover the area's unique green spaces, including local libraries, schools, and charming front yard gardens. The walk culminates at Awbury Park, where participants can enjoy a festive group celebration and a complimentary lunch! This fun and engaging event is perfect for beginners, leisurely walkers, and families looking to enjoy a day of health and community connection. Best of all, the Grow & Walk-A-Thon is free for West Oak Lane residents, with a sliding scale fee of $20-$40 for others. Don’t miss this opportunity to meet fellow green thumbs and wellness enthusiasts while making lasting memories in your neighborhood!
Organiser's Description
The 5th Annual Grow & WALK-A-THON 5K is back! As the culminating event of _Grow & Walk Philly [https://www.blackgirlswithgreenthumbs.org/grow-walk-philly] _- a multi-week greening and walking program designed to improve individual and community health - this community wellness event invites neighbors and area residents to have fun will being fit.
The WALK-A-THON will increase your appreciation for the West Oak Lane neighborhood and its green spaces, & connect you to other green thumbs, seedfolks, and health enthusiasts.
During the walk neighborhood highlights will include green assets throughout the neighborhood including a library, school, front yard gardens, rec center and a park.
The Grow And Walk- A-Thon begins at the West Oak Lane Library and will be a simple walk starting on one of the main thoroughfares in Northwest Philadelphia - Washington Lane. The walk/run will end at Awbury Park where there will be a group celebration and complimentary lunch.
This low profile walk/run is ideal for beginners, leisure walkers, and families. You won't want to miss it, there will even be a personal trainer on-site to help coach everyone through!
_GROW & WALK - A-THON _IS FREE TO WEST OAK LANE RESIDENTS AND SLIDING SCALE FOR ALL OTHERS PARTICIPANTS.
_We ask that people living outside of West Oak Lane pay a sliding scale of $20-$40 to participate._
* Consider paying less on the scale if you are supporting children/dependents; are an unpaid community organizer; receive public assistance.
* Consider paying more on the scale if you own the home you live in; have investments; travel recreationally.
The WALK-A-THON will increase your appreciation for the West Oak Lane neighborhood and its green spaces, & connect you to other green thumbs, seedfolks, and health enthusiasts.
During the walk neighborhood highlights will include green assets throughout the neighborhood including a library, school, front yard gardens, rec center and a park.
The Grow And Walk- A-Thon begins at the West Oak Lane Library and will be a simple walk starting on one of the main thoroughfares in Northwest Philadelphia - Washington Lane. The walk/run will end at Awbury Park where there will be a group celebration and complimentary lunch.
This low profile walk/run is ideal for beginners, leisure walkers, and families. You won't want to miss it, there will even be a personal trainer on-site to help coach everyone through!
_GROW & WALK - A-THON _IS FREE TO WEST OAK LANE RESIDENTS AND SLIDING SCALE FOR ALL OTHERS PARTICIPANTS.
_We ask that people living outside of West Oak Lane pay a sliding scale of $20-$40 to participate._
* Consider paying less on the scale if you are supporting children/dependents; are an unpaid community organizer; receive public assistance.
* Consider paying more on the scale if you own the home you live in; have investments; travel recreationally.
Races
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West Oak Lane Resident
Incl. T-Shirt
Sun 27th July 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
Free
CLOSEDThe Grow And Walk - A-Thon is FREE to West Oak Lane and other area residents living in the 19138 or 19126 zip codes Registration includes access to water stations, community garden tours, and a complimentary catered lunch. -
Sliding Scale - Low
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 27th July 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$22.20
CLOSEDWe ask that people living outside of 19138 or 19126 pay a sliding scale of $20-$40 to participate. Consider paying less on the scale if you are supporting children/dependents; are an unpaid community organizer; receive public assistance. Consider paying more on the scale if you own the home you live in; have investments; travel recreationally. Registration includes access to water stations, community garden tours, and a complimentary catered lunch. -
Sliding Scale - Mid
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 27th July 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$32.80
CLOSEDWe ask that people living outside of 19138 or 19126 pay a sliding scale of $20-$40 to participate. Consider paying less on the scale if you are supporting children/dependents; are an unpaid community organizer; receive public assistance. Consider paying more on the scale if you own the home you live in; have investments; travel recreationally. Registration includes access to water stations, community garden tours, and a complimentary catered lunch. -
Sliding Scale - High
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 27th July 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$43.40
CLOSEDWe ask that people living outside of West Oak Lane pay a sliding scale of $20-$40 to participate. Consider paying less on the scale if you are supporting children/dependents; are an unpaid community organizer; receive public assistance. Consider paying more on the scale if you own the home you live in; have investments; travel recreationally. Registration includes access to water stations, community garden tours, and a complimentary catered lunch.
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