Grow & Walk -A-Thon
- Date Sun 29th June 2025
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Price Free - $43.40
- Races 4 races
Event summary
Get ready for a day of fun, fitness, and community spirit at the 5th Annual Grow & Walk-A-Thon on Sunday, June 29, 2025, in vibrant Philadelphia! This exciting event is the highlight of the Grow & Walk Philly program, designed to promote health and wellness through greening and walking initiatives. Participants will embark on a scenic 2.9-mile walk through the picturesque West Oak Lane neighborhood, exploring local gems such as libraries, schools, and community gardens along the way.
Starting at the West Oak Lane Library and concluding at Awbury Park, this inclusive walk is perfect for everyone—from beginners to families. Enjoy a celebratory atmosphere with a complimentary lunch and the chance to connect with fellow green thumbs and health enthusiasts. Plus, a personal trainer will be on-site to offer tips and motivation. Best of all, the event is free for West Oak Lane residents and features a sliding scale for others, making it accessible to all. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to get active, appreciate your community, and enjoy a day of wellness!
Starting at the West Oak Lane Library and concluding at Awbury Park, this inclusive walk is perfect for everyone—from beginners to families. Enjoy a celebratory atmosphere with a complimentary lunch and the chance to connect with fellow green thumbs and health enthusiasts. Plus, a personal trainer will be on-site to offer tips and motivation. Best of all, the event is free for West Oak Lane residents and features a sliding scale for others, making it accessible to all. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to get active, appreciate your community, and enjoy a day of wellness!
Organiser's Description
The 5th Annual Grow & WALK-A-THON 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.
Not exactly a 5K (_2.9 miles - close enough!_), the WALK-A-THON will still get your heart rate up, increase 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 $10-$25 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.
Not exactly a 5K (_2.9 miles - close enough!_), the WALK-A-THON will still get your heart rate up, increase 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 $10-$25 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 29th June 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
Free
The 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 29th June 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$22.20
We 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 29th June 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$32.80
We 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 29th June 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$43.40
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. Registration includes access to water stations, community garden tours, and a complimentary catered lunch.
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