Swarthmore Lions Independence Eve 8K
- Date Thu 3rd July 2025
- Time 7:00PM EDT
- Location Swarthmore, Pennsylvania
- Price $32.80 - $38.10
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to celebrate Independence Day with a splash of fitness at the Swarthmore Lions Independence Eve 8K! Taking place on Thursday, July 3, 2025, in the picturesque town of Swarthmore, Delaware, this exciting event kicks off at 7:00 PM. Runners and walkers alike can join the community for a fun-filled evening, featuring a scenic 8K (approximately 5 miles) race and a 2 1/2 Mile Walk.
The relatively flat 8K route winds through charming, tree-lined neighborhoods, making it perfect for participants of all skill levels. Not only will you enjoy the festive atmosphere, but you'll also be supporting a great cause, with proceeds benefiting local Lions charities that assist the visually impaired. With on-site registration available from 5:00 PM to 6:45 PM at Borough Hall, and a modest entry fee of $30 (or $35 on race day), there's every reason to lace up your running shoes. Runners will have the chance to win awards across multiple age categories, and all preregistered participants will receive a tech t-shirt. Join the fun and make this Independence Eve a night to remember!
The relatively flat 8K route winds through charming, tree-lined neighborhoods, making it perfect for participants of all skill levels. Not only will you enjoy the festive atmosphere, but you'll also be supporting a great cause, with proceeds benefiting local Lions charities that assist the visually impaired. With on-site registration available from 5:00 PM to 6:45 PM at Borough Hall, and a modest entry fee of $30 (or $35 on race day), there's every reason to lace up your running shoes. Runners will have the chance to win awards across multiple age categories, and all preregistered participants will receive a tech t-shirt. Join the fun and make this Independence Eve a night to remember!
Organiser's Description
Get a jump on your Independence Day celebration and join us for the annual Swarthmore Lions Independence Eve 8K (5 mile) and 2 1/2 Mile Walk. The race will be held on Wednesday, July 3 at 7:00pm. This friendly, small town community race draws runners from all over the Delaware Valley. The relatively flat 8K route goes through the charming, tree-lined neighborhoods of Swarthmore. The 2 1/2 Mile Walk route follows the first loop of the 8K.
Proceeds from the race support Lions charities which include organizations that assist the visually impaired such as the Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired in Chester and the Delaware Valley Eye Bank.
On site registration and packet pick-up will take place in the Borough Hall lobby at 121 Park Avenue in Swarthmore from 5:00pm to 6:45pm on the day of the race.
The entry fee for both the race and the walk is $30 and $35 on race day.
Awards will be presented to the first three overall male and female runners and to the first three male and female runners in 9 age groups-10 and under, 11-13, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70 and over. Refreshments will be served after the race. Tech t-shirts are guaranteed to all preregistered runners and walkers and while supplies last.
For more information or to volunteer, please contact Jim Ryan at (610) 909-3127or via e-mail at [email protected].
Proceeds from the race support Lions charities which include organizations that assist the visually impaired such as the Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired in Chester and the Delaware Valley Eye Bank.
On site registration and packet pick-up will take place in the Borough Hall lobby at 121 Park Avenue in Swarthmore from 5:00pm to 6:45pm on the day of the race.
The entry fee for both the race and the walk is $30 and $35 on race day.
Awards will be presented to the first three overall male and female runners and to the first three male and female runners in 9 age groups-10 and under, 11-13, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70 and over. Refreshments will be served after the race. Tech t-shirts are guaranteed to all preregistered runners and walkers and while supplies last.
For more information or to volunteer, please contact Jim Ryan at (610) 909-3127or via e-mail at [email protected].
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