NorFEAST 4 MILER

Thursday, November 23, 2023 Past event
9:00 AM EST
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
$50.00 · 1 race

Event summary

Get ready for an exciting Thanksgiving tradition as the NorFEAST 4 Miler returns to Philadelphia on Thursday, November 23, 2023! This festive holiday-themed footrace invites participants to run or walk a scenic 4-mile course along the Northeast Airport bike path, starting and finishing at the Northeast SkateZone on Decatur Road. The event kicks off with packet pick-up beginning at 8 a.m., one hour before the race start, ensuring a smooth experience for all athletes.

With a limited field of 600 participants, this race promises a vibrant atmosphere filled with community spirit and friendly competition. Participants can look forward to custom winter running skull caps for the first 250 entrants and a unique finisher medal that fits the holiday theme. Awards will be presented to the top three overall men and women, as well as the top finishers in various age groups. Embrace the holiday cheer by participating in the Michael Faia Challenge, which encourages creative costumes with awards for the best outfits. Join us for a memorable day of fitness, fun, and giving back, as we honor the memory of beloved runner Todd Search and support local charities. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to celebrate Thanksgiving with a spirited run!

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  • NorFEAST 4 Miler

    Includes Crew Neck Fleece

    The NorFEAST 4 Miler is an out-and-back course, along the Northeast Airport bike path, starting and finishing at Northeast SkateZone NE Philadelphia. Proceeds benefit CHARITY PARTNER FOR 2023 KYLE AMBROGI FOUNDATION https://kyleambrogifoundation.org/

    9:00 AM EST

    $50.00

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Organiser's description

IT IS BACK! The Great Northeast's own holiday themed footrace!

RUN NOW, GOBBLE LATER

Run or Walk 4 miles on Thanksgiving Day, starting and finishing at

Northeast SkateZone at N.E.Philly

10990 Decatur Road, Philadelphia, PA 19154

Free parking in the SkateZone lot on race morning. Please take your trash with you after the race.



PACKET PICK-UP WILL BEGIN at 8am, ONE HOUR BEFORE THE RACE START on site





The NorFEAST 4 Miler is an out-and-back course, along the Northeast Airport bike path, starting and finishing at Northeast SkateZone NE Philadelphia.



COURSE RECORDS:

PAUL MATUSZAK 20:25 AMANDA BAPTISTE 26:35

_You will notice by the course record times that this is a fairly flat, fast course_



CrackedBell.run custom sublimated winter running skull caps to the first 250 participants. We will also offer other merchandise for sale.



RACE FIELD IS LIMITED TO 600 PARTICIPANTS



AWARDS to top 3 Men & 3 Women Overall, and the top three men and women in these age groups:

13 & Under, 14-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59. 60-64, 65 & Older

*age groups subject to change depending on participation



FINISHER "MEDAL" THAT FITS WITH THE THEME OF THIS EVENT to the first 250 finishers (we've had less than that every other year)

We'll encourage participation in costume this year so we're starting the Michael Faia Challenge. We will offer awards for costumes, Have fun with this one!

SPONSORSHIP: Should you like to sponsor the 2024 NorFEAST 4 MILER, your sponsorship fee can be written directly to the charitable partner of your choice. Contact Pat McCloskey at: [email protected]

We are dedicating this year's race to the memory of our good friend, avid runner and competitor and age group winner in previous editions of NorFEAST 4 Miler Todd Search. We are better people for getting to know him and sharing his company. He is loved.



CHARITY PARTNERS FOR 2024 are

KYLE AMBROGI FOUNDATION

KYLEAMBROGIFOUNDATION https://kyleambrogifoundation.org

AMERICAN FOUNDATION FOR SUICIDE PREVENTION https://afsp.org

AN ANIMAL RESCUE TBD



IF YOU ARE IN CRISIS, PLEASE CALL THE NATIONAL SUICIDE PREVENTION LIFELINE AT 1-800-273-TALK (8255)

OR CONTACT THE CRISIS TEXT LINE BY TEXTING TALK TO 741741.

*Race Director reserves the right to reject any entry for any reason

Location

10990 Decatur Road, Philadelphia, 19154, PA, United States

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