Ulster Project Delaware 5K
- Date Sat 18th July 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Wilmington, Delaware
- Price $28.00
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the exhilarating Ulster Project Delaware 5K on Saturday, July 18, 2026, in Wilmington, New Castle! This annual race not only promises a fun and engaging experience for all participants, but it also supports the incredible mission of the Ulster Project Delaware (UPD). Established in 1976, UPD aims to foster understanding and friendship between Northern Irish Catholic and Protestant teenagers. Each July, a diverse group of teens, aged 14 to 16, comes together in the Wilmington area for an enriching four-week program of team-building, social activities, and cultural exchanges. By participating in the 5K, you’re contributing to a legacy of friendship and community, while enjoying a vibrant race atmosphere. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a casual participant, this event is a perfect opportunity to make a difference and create lasting memories!
Organiser's Description
JOIN US FOR OUR ANNUAL UPD 5K.
THIS RACE BENEFITS ULSTER PROJECT DELAWARE (UPD). UPD WAS FOUNDED IN 1976 AS A PROGRAM TO BUILD UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN NORTHERN IRISH CATHOLIC AND PROTESTANT TEENAGERS. EACH JULY, THE PROJECT BRINGS A GROUP OF TEENAGERS BETWEEN THE AGES OF 14 AND 16, HALF CATHOLIC, HALF PROTESTANT, AND HALF GIRLS, HALF BOYS, TO THE WILMINGTON AREA WHERE THEY LIVE WITH HOST TEENAGERS AND THEIR FAMILIES FOR FOUR WEEKS. DURING THAT MONTH, THE TEENS PARTICIPATE IN A VARIETY OF TEAM BUILDING, SOCIAL, SIGHTSEEING, SPIRITUAL AND SERVICE ACTIVITIES THAT ENABLE THEM TO CREATE ENDURING FRIENDSHIPS AND MUTUAL UNDERSTANDING.
THIS RACE BENEFITS ULSTER PROJECT DELAWARE (UPD). UPD WAS FOUNDED IN 1976 AS A PROGRAM TO BUILD UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN NORTHERN IRISH CATHOLIC AND PROTESTANT TEENAGERS. EACH JULY, THE PROJECT BRINGS A GROUP OF TEENAGERS BETWEEN THE AGES OF 14 AND 16, HALF CATHOLIC, HALF PROTESTANT, AND HALF GIRLS, HALF BOYS, TO THE WILMINGTON AREA WHERE THEY LIVE WITH HOST TEENAGERS AND THEIR FAMILIES FOR FOUR WEEKS. DURING THAT MONTH, THE TEENS PARTICIPATE IN A VARIETY OF TEAM BUILDING, SOCIAL, SIGHTSEEING, SPIRITUAL AND SERVICE ACTIVITIES THAT ENABLE THEM TO CREATE ENDURING FRIENDSHIPS AND MUTUAL UNDERSTANDING.
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Ulster Project Delaware 5K
Incl. $3.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 18th July 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$28.00
OPENS 11 APR 26
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1591 Gilpin Ave, Conaty Park, Wilmington, 19806, DE, United States
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