The Philly Running Alliance 5k Run & 2k Walk
- Date Sat 30th May 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Price Free
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for an exciting day of community spirit and fitness at the Philly Running Alliance 5k Run & 2k Walk on Saturday, May 30, 2026, in the vibrant Hunting Park, Philadelphia! This year, the event supports the Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia, making it a wonderful opportunity to unite runners, walkers, and cycling enthusiasts for a great cause.
Kick off the day with a thrilling 5k run or a leisurely 2k walk through Hunting Park, known as the "Jewel of North Philly," and experience this beautiful park car-free! The race is untimed and operates on a "donate what you wish" basis, ensuring everyone can participate. After the run/walk, stay for family-friendly activities, delicious food, exhibition races, and a community ride. The fun continues with children's playful learning sessions, mountain bike exhibitions, and even a kids' bike giveaway! Don’t miss this chance to support deserving youth athletes while enjoying a fantastic day of fitness and fun in one of Philadelphia's most beloved parks!
Kick off the day with a thrilling 5k run or a leisurely 2k walk through Hunting Park, known as the "Jewel of North Philly," and experience this beautiful park car-free! The race is untimed and operates on a "donate what you wish" basis, ensuring everyone can participate. After the run/walk, stay for family-friendly activities, delicious food, exhibition races, and a community ride. The fun continues with children's playful learning sessions, mountain bike exhibitions, and even a kids' bike giveaway! Don’t miss this chance to support deserving youth athletes while enjoying a fantastic day of fitness and fun in one of Philadelphia's most beloved parks!
Organiser's Description
Philly Running Alliance is proud to support the Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia at this year's Hunting Park Hustle! (formerly Hustle n' Ride)
Kick off the day with our 5k run or 2k walk in Hunting Park and experience the "Jewel of North Philly" as you've never seen it before -- car-free! Following the race, enjoy family-friendly fun, great food, exhibition races, a community ride, and more! All while supporting deserving youth athletes and our friends in the cycling community.
THIS IS A FUN, UNTIMED RUN/WALK.
Our race/run/walk is "donate what you wish." All proceeds will be split between Philly Running Alliance and our friends at the Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia.
Philly Running Alliance was founded in 2025 with a mission to unite runners and clubs in establishing Philadelphia as a premier running destination, where all residents, regardless of age, background, or ability, can enjoy safe access to running. Learn more at www.runningalliance.org [https://www.runningalliance.org].
Through advocacy and education, the Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia leads the movement to make every bicycle ride safe, to empower youth and adults to ride, and to foster a ridership that reflects the diversity of the region. Learn more at www.bicyclecoalition.org [https://bicyclecoalition.org/].
HERES WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:
OPTIONAL BIB PICKUP Friday Evening
TBA
RACE DAY Saturday
Arrival: Hunting Park will be closed to vehicles; please plan to walk, run, bike, take the Broad St Line, or utilize adjacent street parking. Meet at the North Side of Hunting Park Ave near the Lil' Philly Safety Village. The Rec Center will be open for bathrooms.
Bib Pickup: 800 AM
Start: 9:00 AM
Course: 5k Run - 2.5 Hunting Park Loops; 2k Walk - 1.5 Hunting Park Loops (See map + on-site volunteers!)
Continue Hustling
The fun doesnt stop at our finish line - stick around for:
9:00 AM The Philly Running Alliance 5k Run & 2k Walk
9:30 AM Childrens playful learning sessions begin at Lil Philly Safety Village (register [https://give.bicyclecoalition.org/event/lil-philly-safety-village-bike-and-play-may/e783129]!)
10:30 AM BCYC Team Time Trial exhibition race
11:00 AM BCYC Mountain Bike exhibition race
11:30 AM Kids bike giveaway at Lil Philly Safety Village
11:45 AM The Big Loop Community Ride (register [https://give.bicyclecoalition.org/event/hunting-park-hustle-2026-big-loop-community-ride/e793502]!)
12:30 PM BCYC Criterium exhibition race
1:30 PM BCYC race awards + All Star roster announcements
Kick off the day with our 5k run or 2k walk in Hunting Park and experience the "Jewel of North Philly" as you've never seen it before -- car-free! Following the race, enjoy family-friendly fun, great food, exhibition races, a community ride, and more! All while supporting deserving youth athletes and our friends in the cycling community.
THIS IS A FUN, UNTIMED RUN/WALK.
Our race/run/walk is "donate what you wish." All proceeds will be split between Philly Running Alliance and our friends at the Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia.
Philly Running Alliance was founded in 2025 with a mission to unite runners and clubs in establishing Philadelphia as a premier running destination, where all residents, regardless of age, background, or ability, can enjoy safe access to running. Learn more at www.runningalliance.org [https://www.runningalliance.org].
Through advocacy and education, the Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia leads the movement to make every bicycle ride safe, to empower youth and adults to ride, and to foster a ridership that reflects the diversity of the region. Learn more at www.bicyclecoalition.org [https://bicyclecoalition.org/].
HERES WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:
OPTIONAL BIB PICKUP Friday Evening
TBA
RACE DAY Saturday
Arrival: Hunting Park will be closed to vehicles; please plan to walk, run, bike, take the Broad St Line, or utilize adjacent street parking. Meet at the North Side of Hunting Park Ave near the Lil' Philly Safety Village. The Rec Center will be open for bathrooms.
Bib Pickup: 800 AM
Start: 9:00 AM
Course: 5k Run - 2.5 Hunting Park Loops; 2k Walk - 1.5 Hunting Park Loops (See map + on-site volunteers!)
Continue Hustling
The fun doesnt stop at our finish line - stick around for:
9:00 AM The Philly Running Alliance 5k Run & 2k Walk
9:30 AM Childrens playful learning sessions begin at Lil Philly Safety Village (register [https://give.bicyclecoalition.org/event/lil-philly-safety-village-bike-and-play-may/e783129]!)
10:30 AM BCYC Team Time Trial exhibition race
11:00 AM BCYC Mountain Bike exhibition race
11:30 AM Kids bike giveaway at Lil Philly Safety Village
11:45 AM The Big Loop Community Ride (register [https://give.bicyclecoalition.org/event/hunting-park-hustle-2026-big-loop-community-ride/e793502]!)
12:30 PM BCYC Criterium exhibition race
1:30 PM BCYC race awards + All Star roster announcements
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900 W Hunting Park Ave, Philadelphia, 19140, PA, United States
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