Grow & Walk -A-Thon (DELCO)
- Date Sun 26th July 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Darby, Pennsylvania
- Price Free - $43.40
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the vibrant Grow & Walk-A-Thon on Sunday, July 26, 2026, in Darby, Delaware! This exciting community event features a walkable 5K designed to celebrate movement, wellness, and the great outdoors. Perfect for participants of all ages and fitness levels, the Grow & Walk-A-Thon encourages a spirit of camaraderie as you stroll through the picturesque parks and green spaces of eastern Delaware County.
Whether you’re a seasoned walker or trying it out for the first time, everyone is welcome to partake in this inclusive experience. The event kicks off at the County Park on Springfield Road, where a personal trainer will guide you through warm-ups to ensure a fun and enjoyable morning. After completing the walk, celebrate your achievement at a community gathering complete with a complimentary lunch! Residents of eastern Delaware County can participate for free, while others can join for a sliding scale fee of $20-$40. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to embrace wellness and forge connections with your neighbors!
Whether you’re a seasoned walker or trying it out for the first time, everyone is welcome to partake in this inclusive experience. The event kicks off at the County Park on Springfield Road, where a personal trainer will guide you through warm-ups to ensure a fun and enjoyable morning. After completing the walk, celebrate your achievement at a community gathering complete with a complimentary lunch! Residents of eastern Delaware County can participate for free, while others can join for a sliding scale fee of $20-$40. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to embrace wellness and forge connections with your neighbors!
Organiser's Description
The Grow & Walk-A-Thon 5K is coming to a neighborhood near you!
Presented in partnership with Delaware County Parks & Recreation [https://www.delcopa.gov/parks], this all-ages community walk celebrates movement, wellness, and the outdoors.
The WALK-A-THON is the culminating challenge of Grow & Walk DelCo [https://www.blackgirlswithgreenthumbs.org/grow-walk-delco] - a multi-week wellness program that encourages participants to build healthy habits through walking, gardening, yoga, journaling, and other accessible activities.
Whether you've participated all season or you're joining us for the first time, everyone is welcome.
Designed to be approachable rather than competitive, this walkable 5K is perfect for beginners, leisure walkers, families, seniors, and anyone looking to enjoy an active morning in community. Along the route, you'll experience the beauty of eastern Delaware County's parks and green spaces while connecting with neighbors, fellow green thumbs, and wellness enthusiasts.
The event begins and ends at the County Park on Springfield Road with a community celebration and complimentary lunch. A personal trainer will be on-site to guide participants through warm-ups and help make the experience enjoyable for walkers of all ages and abilities.
Come take the final challenge with usand discover just how fun wellness can be.
_GROW & WALK - A-THON _IS FREE TO RESIDENTS OF EASTERN DELAWARE COUNTY (19018; 19023; 19026; 19050; 19051; 19082) AND SLIDING SCALE FOR ALL OTHERS PARTICIPANTS.
_We ask that people living outside of Eastern Delaware County 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.
Presented in partnership with Delaware County Parks & Recreation [https://www.delcopa.gov/parks], this all-ages community walk celebrates movement, wellness, and the outdoors.
The WALK-A-THON is the culminating challenge of Grow & Walk DelCo [https://www.blackgirlswithgreenthumbs.org/grow-walk-delco] - a multi-week wellness program that encourages participants to build healthy habits through walking, gardening, yoga, journaling, and other accessible activities.
Whether you've participated all season or you're joining us for the first time, everyone is welcome.
Designed to be approachable rather than competitive, this walkable 5K is perfect for beginners, leisure walkers, families, seniors, and anyone looking to enjoy an active morning in community. Along the route, you'll experience the beauty of eastern Delaware County's parks and green spaces while connecting with neighbors, fellow green thumbs, and wellness enthusiasts.
The event begins and ends at the County Park on Springfield Road with a community celebration and complimentary lunch. A personal trainer will be on-site to guide participants through warm-ups and help make the experience enjoyable for walkers of all ages and abilities.
Come take the final challenge with usand discover just how fun wellness can be.
_GROW & WALK - A-THON _IS FREE TO RESIDENTS OF EASTERN DELAWARE COUNTY (19018; 19023; 19026; 19050; 19051; 19082) AND SLIDING SCALE FOR ALL OTHERS PARTICIPANTS.
_We ask that people living outside of Eastern Delaware County 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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Eastern DelCo Resident
Incl. T-Shirt
Sun 26th July 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
Free
CLOSEDThe Grow And Walk - A-Thon is FREE to eastern Delaware County residents living in the 19082, 19026, 19050, 19023, 19051, 19018 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 26th July 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$22.20
CLOSEDWe ask that people living outside of eastern Delaware County 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 26th July 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$32.80
CLOSEDWe ask that people living outside of eastern Delaware County 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 26th July 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$43.40
CLOSEDWe ask that people living outside of eastern Delaware County 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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