Reading Hospital Road Run

  • Date Sun 17th October 2027
  • Time 8:00AM EDT
  • Location West Reading, Pennsylvania
  • Price $11.60 - $69.90
  • Races 3 races
  • Distances Half Marathon, 5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Get ready for a fantastic day of fitness and fun at the Reading Hospital Road Run on Sunday, October 17, 2027, in West Reading, Berks! This exciting event features a variety of race distances, including a challenging half marathon, a lively 5K, and a family-friendly 1-mile fun walk/run. The half marathon kicks off at 8:00 AM, followed closely by the 5K at 8:05 AM, both of which will be chip-timed to ensure accurate results.

Participants will enjoy a scenic course that starts and finishes in front of the iconic clock tower, winding through the beautiful park and surrounding neighborhoods. Don’t miss the chance to earn awards for top finishers in various age groups, and remember to register by September 17, 2027, to secure your guaranteed shirt size. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun way to get moving, the Reading Hospital Road Run promises a day full of community spirit and healthy competition. Join us for an unforgettable experience!

Organiser's Description

_LOYALTY REGISTRATION FOR PAST PARTICIPANTS IS OPEN FROM NOVEMBER 1 - DECEMBER 31, 2026. YOU MUST HAVE REGISTERED USING THE SAME RUNSIGNUP ACCOUNT TO REGISTER EARLY FOR THE BEST PRICING. GENERAL REGISTRATION OPENS ON JANUARY 1, 2027._



COME RUN WITH US!



The 2027 READING HOSPITAL ROAD RUN, hosted by The Reading Hospital Foundation, will include our standard in-person event distances of 1/2 marathon and 5K races and 1 mile fun walk/run to be held on SUNDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2027. The deadline to get a guaranteed shirt is September 17, 2027.



1/2 MARATHON 8:00AM

5K 8:05AM

Both distances will be chip-timed. The course will start and finish in front of the iconic clock tower and will loop around the park and neighborhoods south of the hospital campus. All participants will receive a short-sleeve wicking race shirt (must register by September 17th to be guaranteed your size). 5K awards will be awarded to the top three male and female finishers overall as well as in the following age groups: 10 & under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, and 70+. 1/2 Marathon awards will be awarded to the top three male and female finishers overall as well as in the following age groups: 19 & Under, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60+.

There will be pacers for the half marathon with information available at https://www.fleetfeet.com/s/westreading/about/reading-hospital-half-marathon-official-pacers



1 MILE FUN WALK/RUN - 10:30AM

This untimed event will start on Spruce Street at 6th in front of the clock tower and finish on 6th directly in front of the clock tower at the hospital.

Races

  • 1/2 Marathon

    Incl. $4.90 Fee & Race Shirt

    Sun 17th October 2027 (8:00AM EDT)

    $69.90

    Start in West Reading, travel across the Schuylkill River into the city of Reading, before coming back into Wyomissing and finishing in West Reading.
  • 5k

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & Race Shirt

    Sun 17th October 2027 (8:05AM EDT)

    $27.50

    The 5K will make a scenic loop in areas surrounding the Reading Hospital.
  • 1 Mile Fun Walk/Run

    Incl. $1.60 Fee

    Sun 17th October 2027 (10:30AM EDT)

    $11.60

    A fun stroll around the hospital grounds. It does not include a shirt but they can be purchased.

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Location

420 S. Sixth Avenue, West Reading, 19611, PA, United States

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