Pennsylvania Purple Polka Dot Race
Sunday, November 5, 2023
Past event
12:15 PM EST
Hummelstown, Pennsylvania
$16.90–$38.10 · 2 races
5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the exciting Pennsylvania Purple Polka Dot Race on Sunday, November 5th, 2023, at the beautiful Cassel Vineyards of Hershey in Hummelstown, Dauphin! This vibrant annual event, inspired by the original race in Michigan, aims to raise awareness and support for the Vascular Birthmark Foundation (VBF). Participants will enjoy a scenic cross-country 5K through the stunning vineyards, followed by a delightful 1-mile family fun run. With registration limited to the first 150 entrants, be sure to sign up by October 5th to secure your spot and guarantee a race day T-shirt!
The day kicks off at 9:00 AM with packet pick-up and race day registration, leading into the 5K at 11:00 AM and the family fun run at 12:15 PM. Stick around for awards and a raffle to celebrate the day's achievements! This is a fantastic opportunity to support a meaningful cause while enjoying a wonderful day outdoors with family and friends. Don’t miss out on this chance to make a difference and have fun—follow @papurplepolkadotrace on Instagram for the latest updates!
The day kicks off at 9:00 AM with packet pick-up and race day registration, leading into the 5K at 11:00 AM and the family fun run at 12:15 PM. Stick around for awards and a raffle to celebrate the day's achievements! This is a fantastic opportunity to support a meaningful cause while enjoying a wonderful day outdoors with family and friends. Don’t miss out on this chance to make a difference and have fun—follow @papurplepolkadotrace on Instagram for the latest updates!
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Races
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Pappdr 5k
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Register by October 5th be guaranteed a shirt. Packet Pick up starts at 9:00am
Entries closed11:00 AM EST
$38.10
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PAPPDR FAMILY Fun Run
Incl. $1.90 Fee &
Entries closed12:15 PM EST
$16.90
Organiser's description
The annual Purple Polka Dot Race (PPDR) was created in Michigan eight years ago by the Lee
family to benefit the Vascular Birthmark Foundation (VBF). VBF helps those affected by a
vascular birthmark, anomaly, tumor or syndrome providing support and helping locate treatment options.
Maille McNicholas, Ava Pyles, Liz Stern, and Ava Wolchuck worked with the Michigan PPDR
team to create a Purple Polka Dot Race here in Pennsylvania. All have grown up with a
vascular birthmark and are committed to supporting the mission of the VBF.
The Pennsylvania Purple Polka Dot Race will be held on November 5th, 2023, at Cassel
Vineyards of Hershey! The race will be a cross country style 5k through the vineyards.
REGISTRATION IS LIMITED TO THE FIRST 150 ENTRANTS.
Register by October 5th to guarantee getting a T-Shirt on race day.
Follow us on Instagram at @papurplepolkadotrace for more information.
Location: Cassel Vineyards of Hershey: 80 Shetland Dr, Hummelstown, PA 17036
Race day schedule:
9:00am- packet pick-up and race day registration opens.
11:00am- PAPPDR 5K
12:15pm- PAPPDR 1-mile family fun run
Awards and raffle will follow the events
family to benefit the Vascular Birthmark Foundation (VBF). VBF helps those affected by a
vascular birthmark, anomaly, tumor or syndrome providing support and helping locate treatment options.
Maille McNicholas, Ava Pyles, Liz Stern, and Ava Wolchuck worked with the Michigan PPDR
team to create a Purple Polka Dot Race here in Pennsylvania. All have grown up with a
vascular birthmark and are committed to supporting the mission of the VBF.
The Pennsylvania Purple Polka Dot Race will be held on November 5th, 2023, at Cassel
Vineyards of Hershey! The race will be a cross country style 5k through the vineyards.
REGISTRATION IS LIMITED TO THE FIRST 150 ENTRANTS.
Register by October 5th to guarantee getting a T-Shirt on race day.
Follow us on Instagram at @papurplepolkadotrace for more information.
Location: Cassel Vineyards of Hershey: 80 Shetland Dr, Hummelstown, PA 17036
Race day schedule:
9:00am- packet pick-up and race day registration opens.
11:00am- PAPPDR 5K
12:15pm- PAPPDR 1-mile family fun run
Awards and raffle will follow the events
Location
80 Shetland Dr, Hummelstown, 17036, PA, United States
Pennsylvania Purple Polka Dot Race
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