Reading Hospital Road Run
- Date Sun 19th October 2025
- Time 9:00AM 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 running and community spirit at the 2025 Reading Hospital Road Run on Sunday, October 19, 2025, in West Reading, Berks! This exciting event features a range of distances to cater to all types of runners, including a chip-timed 1/2 marathon and 5K race starting at 9:00 AM, as well as a fun 1-mile walk/run for those looking to enjoy a more relaxed pace. Both the 1/2 marathon and 5K will take you on a scenic route that loops around the picturesque park and charming neighborhoods surrounding the hospital, with the start and finish line set in front of the iconic clock tower.
All participants will receive a stylish short-sleeve wicking race shirt, with sizes guaranteed for those who register by September 30th. Compete for cash prizes in both the Men's and Women's divisions, with awards for the top three finishers in each category, as well as age-group awards spanning from 14 and under to 70+. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just looking to have some fun, the Reading Hospital Road Run promises a memorable day filled with camaraderie, competition, and celebration!
All participants will receive a stylish short-sleeve wicking race shirt, with sizes guaranteed for those who register by September 30th. Compete for cash prizes in both the Men's and Women's divisions, with awards for the top three finishers in each category, as well as age-group awards spanning from 14 and under to 70+. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just looking to have some fun, the Reading Hospital Road Run promises a memorable day filled with camaraderie, competition, and celebration!
Organiser's Description
COME RUN WITH US!
The 2025 READING HOSPITAL ROAD RUN, hosted by The Friends of Reading Hospital, 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 19, 2025.
1/2 MARATHON & 5K - 9:00AM
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 30th to be guaranteed your size). Cash prizes of $100 for 1st place overall, $50 for 2nd place overall, and $25 for 3rd place overall will be awarded in each of the Men's and Women's divisions. Age-group awards will be awarded to the top three male and female finishers in the following age groups: 14 and under, 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 MILE FUN WALK/RUN - 9:00AM
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.
The 2025 READING HOSPITAL ROAD RUN, hosted by The Friends of Reading Hospital, 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 19, 2025.
1/2 MARATHON & 5K - 9:00AM
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 30th to be guaranteed your size). Cash prizes of $100 for 1st place overall, $50 for 2nd place overall, and $25 for 3rd place overall will be awarded in each of the Men's and Women's divisions. Age-group awards will be awarded to the top three male and female finishers in the following age groups: 14 and under, 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 MILE FUN WALK/RUN - 9:00AM
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
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1/2 Marathon
Incl. $4.90 Fee & Race Shirt
Sun 19th October 2025 (9:00AM 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 19th October 2025 (9:00AM 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 19th October 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$11.60
A fun stroll around the hospital grounds. There is no cost to take part in this community event. It does not include a shirt but they can be purchased.
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