The 8th Annual Blobfest 5K, 10K & Half Marathon!

  • Date Sun 13th July 2025
  • Time 7:00AM EDT
  • Location Phoenixville, Pennsylvania
  • Price Free - $85.80
  • Races 6 races
  • Distances 5km, 10km, Half Marathon

Event summary

Join the excitement at the 8th Annual Blobfest 5K, 10K & Half Marathon on Sunday, July 13, 2025, in the charming town of Phoenixville, Chester! This vibrant running event celebrates the iconic film "The Blob" and promises a day filled with fun, community spirit, and, of course, fantastic finisher's medals for all participants. Runners can choose between the 5K, 10K, and the newly added half marathon, with starting times set for 7 AM for the half marathon, 8 AM for the 10K, and 8:10 AM for the 5K.

The race kicks off in front of the historic Colonial Theatre, a cherished landmark featured in the classic horror movie. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking to enjoy a day of festivities, there's something for everyone, including a kids' fun run and a course decoration contest where local groups can showcase their creativity. With free shuttle service from off-site parking and a community atmosphere that's second to none, this is the must-attend event of the summer. Don’t miss out on the Blobtacular funβ€”mark your calendars and get ready to run!

Organiser's Description

THE BEST PHOENIXVILLE RUNNING EVENT (WITH THE BEST FINISHER'S MEDALS) DURING THE BEST LOCAL HOLIDAY IN ALL OF AMERICA, IS BACK AND EVEN MORE BLOBTACULAR THAN EVER!

WE ARE MOVING THE START/FINISH TO THE FRONT OF THE HISTORIC COLONIAL THEATRE!

ON SUNDAY JULY 13TH, STEVE MCQUEEN AND YOU STAR IN THE HORROR MOVIE OF THE CENTURY! UH..._LAST_ CENTURY!

Every year, Phoenixville, PA celebrates Blobfest in honor of 1958's The BLOB. And every year, WE THROW A RUNNING PARTY to help celebrate and support the historic Colonial Theatre that stars in the film! This year, in addition to our 5K,10K, and kids' fun-run, we will have a half marathon!

Course Decoration Contest!
Not a runner? Get a group of friends together to participate in our course decoration contest and you could win gift cards to our local Phoenixville restaurants. Here's how it works: Your group will be given an area on the 5K course to decorate in some Blob (or other monster/alien) theme. The only rule is that you don't obstruct or startle our runners. After the race, runners will vote for the best scenes and the winners will receive gift cards!

LOCATION: The starting area is now in front of the HISTORIC COLONIAL THEATRE ON BRIDGE STREET! 227 Bridge St. The street will be closed to cars.

PARKING: Free off-site parking will be available at Phoenixville Middle School (1000 Purple Pride Parkway [https://www.google.com/maps/place/1000+Purple+Pride+Pkwy,+Phoenixville,+PA+19460/@40.1196961,-75.5223401,208m/data=!3m1!1e3!4m15!1m8!3m7!1s0x89c692064c984741:0xc478178d418a56e3!2s2+Phantom+Way,+Phoenixville,+PA+19460!3b1!8m2!3d40.117756!4d-75.5246559!16s%2Fg%2F11s1543sg7!3m5!1s0x89c6931a8e443b4d:0x8f865b3dd8821d7c!8m2!3d40.1201165!4d-75.5232986!16s%2Fg%2F11kpmwx7l1?entry=ttu]). A free shuttle bus will run from 6:00 am to 11:00 am. 5K and 10K runners are encouraged to park at the middle school. Half marathon runners should park at the middle school only if they have picked up their bibs the day before (since the half marathon starts at 7 am). GPS LINK TO LOT [https://www.google.com/maps/place/1000+Purple+Pride+Pkwy,+Phoenixville,+PA+19460/@40.1196961,-75.5223401,208m/data=!3m1!1e3!4m15!1m8!3m7!1s0x89c692064c984741:0xc478178d418a56e3!2s2+Phantom+Way,+Phoenixville,+PA+19460!3b1!8m2!3d40.117756!4d-75.5246559!16s%2Fg%2F11s1543sg7!3m5!1s0x89c6931a8e443b4d:0x8f865b3dd8821d7c!8m2!3d40.1201165!4d-75.5232986!16s%2Fg%2F11kpmwx7l1?entry=ttu]

Paid Parking Near the Start/Finish: See the parking map at the bottom of our registration page HERE. Every year it seems like there is less and less parking in Phoenixville (and now most spaces cost $$ on Sundays), so we STRONGLY ENCOURAGE CARPOOLING (or walking to the start if you live close by). There are four municipal lots near the starting area. One is accessible by the driveway between the Municipal building and the Foodery (325 Bridge Street). The other is on the corner of Taylor Alley and South Main Street. There is also parking at the Borough Hall lot (351 Bridge Street) and the Smithworks parking lot (30 N. Main St.). When you park at Smithworks, it's a very short walk over the bridge by the Foundry to get up to Bridge Street.

Finisher's Medal: Every finisher in the 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon will receive an incredible Blob-themed finisher's medal!

Flexible Options: If you register for the half marathon but the day comes and it is very hot (or for any reason), you can drop down to the 10K or 5K. Just tell our timer at the starting line.

STARTING TIMES: HALF MARATHON: 7 AM / 10K: 8 am / 5K: 8:10 am / Kids' Run 8:15 am

Bib Pickup: There are 2 options for packet pickup this year.
SATURDAY 7/12 11am to 5 pm @ the RUNegades table at the Blobfest Street Fair on Bridge Street in Phoenixville.
RACE DAY 7/13 starting @ 6 am.

PACERS: The half will have pacers for every 5 minutes from 1:35 to 2:30. The 10K will have pacers for every 30 seconds from 8:00 to 11:30/mile.

Water stops: We will have lots of water and hydrate at the race, but out of an abundance of caution, half and 10K runners are encouraged to bring their own water.
Half: miles 1, 3.1, 4.7, 6.55, 7.3, 9.2, 11.1, & 11.8
10K: miles 1, 3.1, 4.7
5K: mile 1.8

COURSE CUT-OFF: Due to the July heat, the half marathon cut-off time will be a strict 3:30. Walkers are encouraged to participate in the 5K or 10K.

Steel City Offer: Steel City Coffeehouse and Brewery at 203 Bridge Street in Phoenixville is offering 10% off all purchases for runners who show their bibs after the race!

All participants in the kids fun-run receive a finisher's ribbon and prize.

5K, 10K, and 1/2 marathon awards: The top 3 M/F overall and the top 3 M/F in each of the following age groups will be recognized: 14 & Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+

But that's not all!! We'll have special rewards for best dressed, best course decorations, and most Blobbiest team!

A portion of your registration fees and 100% of all donations will go to The Historic Colonial Theatre, the site of The Blob's most famous scene!

INDESCRIBABLE! INDESTRUCTIBLE! NOTHING CAN STOP IT! (is that old poster about the Blob...or YOU?)

PACKET PICKUP: There are 2 options for packet pickup this year.
SATURDAY 7/12 11am to 5 pm @ the RUNegades table at the Blobfest Street Fair on Bridge Street in Phoenixville.
RACE DAY 7/13 starting @ 6 am near the start/finish area in front of the Colonial Theatre!

Races

  • Blobfest 5K

    Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 13th July 2025 (8:10AM EDT)

    $43.40

    CLOSED
  • Blobfest 10K

    Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 13th July 2025 (8:00AM EDT)

    $54.00

    CLOSED
  • Blobfest Half Marathon

    Incl. $5.80 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 13th July 2025 (7:00AM EDT)

    $85.80

    CLOSED
    Due to the heat, we have a strict 3:30 time limit for the half marathon. Walkers are encouraged to participate in the 5K or 10K.
  • Kid's 800-Meter Fun Run! (11 and Under)

    Incl. $1.60 Fee

    Sun 13th July 2025 (8:15AM EDT)

    $11.60

    CLOSED
  • Virtual 5K, 10K, or Half

    Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt

    $48.70

    CLOSED
    Run 5K, 10K, or Half Marathon on any course at any time during Blobfest weekend (7/14 to 7/16). Submit your results and we'll send you a medal and a T-shirt.
  • Course Decorating Group Competition

    Sun 13th July 2025 (7:00AM EDT)

    Free

    CLOSED
    Your group will be given an area of the course to decorate with the theme of "Blobs or Monsters." Runners will vote on the best "scene" and the winning group will win a $100 gift certificate to a local Phoenixville restaurant!

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