LECOM 5K and 1-Mile Wellness Walk
- Date Thu 30th April 2026 - Tue 29th September 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Erie, Pennsylvania
- Price $28.00
- Races 5 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of health and wellness at the 13th Annual LECOM 5K and 1-Mile Wellness Walk, taking place on Thursday, April 30, 2026, in the beautiful city of Erie. This lively event invites participants to choose between a 3.1-mile run or a relaxing one-mile walk, making it perfect for everyone from seasoned runners to families looking to enjoy a day outdoors.
For those who prefer to join virtually, a convenient option is available that allows you to participate from anywhere, with the chance to post your times and compare them with fellow participants across the country. The live event will feature timing devices and bibs for those aiming to achieve personal bests or compete for medals. Most importantly, this event is dedicated to supporting future healthcare providers, with all proceeds benefiting the LECOM Student Scholarship Fund. Join us in promoting an active lifestyle while making a difference in the lives of aspiring medical professionals. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to run, walk, and support a great cause!
For those who prefer to join virtually, a convenient option is available that allows you to participate from anywhere, with the chance to post your times and compare them with fellow participants across the country. The live event will feature timing devices and bibs for those aiming to achieve personal bests or compete for medals. Most importantly, this event is dedicated to supporting future healthcare providers, with all proceeds benefiting the LECOM Student Scholarship Fund. Join us in promoting an active lifestyle while making a difference in the lives of aspiring medical professionals. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to run, walk, and support a great cause!
Organiser's Description
We are pleased to announce our 13th annual LECOM 5K as a healthful event that enables you to walk or run either our 3.1-mile course or one-mile course. LECOM Medical Fitness and Wellness Center encourages an active lifestyle throughout our great nation. So, we are maintaining our virtual option for those who are unable to attend our live event. Our virtual option does not require a timing device for you to participate, but you have the option of posting your time on the registration site to see how your time compares with others from around the country. Our live event will have the option to utilize timing devices and bibs so you can either compete for a place medal or just go for a personal best. The primary focus of both events is on the students who will be the future of our healthcare.
We have seen the heightened risk that has faced our medical professionals over the past several years. They are stalwarts on the front line, providing care to those in need of medical attention and risking their own lives to save others. Our profession is a noble one, and mindful of those currently in the battle, our efforts now will benefit those who will serve in years to come.
All proceeds from the 5K event will benefit the LECOM Student Scholarship Fund, helping to defray the educational costs of our future health care providers from LECOM.
LECOM is an institution that trains Osteopathic Physicians, Pharmacists, Dentists, and Podiatrists. Since its inception, LECOM has proven itself as an educational institution that encourages and supports its scholars through and beyond their years of study. Our Annual LECOM Student Scholarship Galas are the chief generator of resources that are used to assist students in defraying and offsetting the cost of their medical education. Each year, we raise millions of dollars in scholarship aid for our deserving students. In a time during which there is an increased need for primary care physicians, the need for successfully graduated medical practitioners is felt now more intensely than ever before.
We have seen the heightened risk that has faced our medical professionals over the past several years. They are stalwarts on the front line, providing care to those in need of medical attention and risking their own lives to save others. Our profession is a noble one, and mindful of those currently in the battle, our efforts now will benefit those who will serve in years to come.
All proceeds from the 5K event will benefit the LECOM Student Scholarship Fund, helping to defray the educational costs of our future health care providers from LECOM.
LECOM is an institution that trains Osteopathic Physicians, Pharmacists, Dentists, and Podiatrists. Since its inception, LECOM has proven itself as an educational institution that encourages and supports its scholars through and beyond their years of study. Our Annual LECOM Student Scholarship Galas are the chief generator of resources that are used to assist students in defraying and offsetting the cost of their medical education. Each year, we raise millions of dollars in scholarship aid for our deserving students. In a time during which there is an increased need for primary care physicians, the need for successfully graduated medical practitioners is felt now more intensely than ever before.
Races
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5K Run- TIMED
Incl. $3.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 8th August 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$28.00
This event will utilize timing bibs. Those who register for the timed run will be eligible for a placement medal (top 3 male and female finishers). -
5K Walk/Run- NOT TIMED
Incl. $3.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 8th August 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$28.00
This event does NOT utilize timing bibs. Participants will simply complete the 5K walk or run to support a great cause. Please note: Those who register for this event will NOT be eligible for a placement medal. -
1 Mile Walk- TIMED
Incl. $3.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 8th August 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$28.00
This event will utilize timing bibs. Please note: Those who register for this event will NOT be eligible for a placement medal. -
1 Mile Walk- NOT TIMED
Incl. $3.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 8th August 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$28.00
This event does NOT utilize timing bibs. Participants will simply complete the 1-mile walk to support a great cause. -
Virtual 5K Walk/Run or 1-Mile Walk/Run
Incl. $3.00 Fee & T-Shirt
$28.00
You can complete this event anytime and anywhere! There isn't a set time or place since virtual runs are meant for you to complete at your own convenience and at your own pace. Please note: This event does NOT utilize timing bibs. Participants will simply complete the 5K or 1-mile walk to support a great cause. T-shirts will be mailed to each participant approximately 1-month after the last day of the event.
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5401 Peach St, Erie, 16509, PA, United States
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