Penn Vet 5k

Sunday, April 21, 2024 Past event

8:30 AM EDT

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

$32.80 · 1 race

5km

Event summary

Get ready for an exciting day of fitness and community at the first annual Penn Vet 5k on Sunday, April 21st, 2024, in beautiful Philadelphia! This vibrant event will take place at Penn Park's Picnic Grove at the University of Pennsylvania from 8 am to 12 pm. Lace up your running shoes and join fellow participants for a scenic 5k run or walk along the picturesque Schuylkill River, starting at 8:30 am.

After crossing the finish line, celebrate with the Penn Vet community while enjoying delicious food from the Aloha Food Truck, fun games on the lawn, and the chance to win exciting raffle prizes. Bring your furry friends along, as dogs on leashes are welcome! With commemorative T-shirts available for purchase and proceeds going to support the class of 2027, this event is a fantastic way to give back while having a blast. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to participate in this uplifting event that combines fitness, fun, and community spirit!

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5k

Incl. $2.80 Fee &

8:30 AM EDT

$32.80

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Organiser's description

Join V27 for the first annual Penn Vet 5k! Hosted in Penn Park's Picnic Grove at the University of Pennsylvania from 8 am - 12 pm. Participants can run or walk throughout the course overlooking the scenic Schuylkill River! The park is open at 8 am with the race starting at 8:30 am. After the race, enjoy a fun morning in the park with the Penn Vet community!

Proceeds will go towards supporting the class of 2027. Aloha Food Truck will be on site from 10 am - 1:30 pm yummy food available for purchase via tickets. Games will be available to play on the lawn! Dogs will be allowed as long as they stay on leash. A raffle will be taking place with 2 tickets for $5. The winner will be announced at 11 am!

Commemorative T-shirts will be available at the race for $23!

Do you want to support the class of 2027 or your favorite runner? Donations can be made in the donations tab at the top of the page!

Prizes will be awarded to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place. Timing will be manual by our fantastic volunteers but will be available to see on the website after the race. A waiver will be provided at the time of sign-in. There will be bathrooms available. Enjoy a morning in the park with Penn Vet!

SPONSORED BY: Hill's, Ethos Veterinary Health, Purina, Animal Care Centers, Love City Vets