Wharton 5K
- Date Sat 22nd March 2025
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Price $18.00
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 13th Annual Wharton 5K, taking place on Saturday, March 22, 2025, in the vibrant city of Philadelphia! This exciting event is not just a race; it’s a celebration of community spirit and a chance to support a great cause. The Wharton 5K, hosted at Shoemaker Green located between the historic Palestra and Franklin Field, aims to unite students, staff, and local residents in support of The Community Grocer, an organization dedicated to promoting food sovereignty and health justice.
Runners can look forward to an exhilarating 5K course, with awards for the top finishers, including special recognitions for the fastest and most spirited teams. Plus, the first 550 entrants will receive a free t-shirt, and everyone will enjoy a lively post-race festival filled with snacks, giveaways, and more! Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to make a difference while enjoying a fun-filled day in the heart of Philadelphia. Mark your calendars and join the movement to uplift our community!
Runners can look forward to an exhilarating 5K course, with awards for the top finishers, including special recognitions for the fastest and most spirited teams. Plus, the first 550 entrants will receive a free t-shirt, and everyone will enjoy a lively post-race festival filled with snacks, giveaways, and more! Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to make a difference while enjoying a fun-filled day in the heart of Philadelphia. Mark your calendars and join the movement to uplift our community!
Organiser's Description
Race Purpose: The Wharton Council and the Wharton Roadrunners, in benefit of The Community Grocer, are proud to present the 13th Annual Wharton 5K, the University of Pennsylvanias largest 5K event. The main goal of the Wharton 5K is to bring together students, staff, and community members to give back to the Philadelphia community through a great cause: The Community Grocer focuses on achieving food sovereignty, sustainable economic development, and health justice for all. For more information, please view our website at www.wharton5k.com [http://www.wharton5k.com].
Location: Shoemaker Green, 33rd Street, between the Palestra and Franklin Field.
Awards: Top 1-3 overall (male & female), and special awards for the fastest team* and most spirited team. In addition, all teams (at least 5 participants) will be entered into a raffle for various giftcards and prizes.
*Fastest team is the lowest aggregate time of a team's 5 fastest runners (male or female).
Amenities: Free t-shirt (for the first 550 entrants), post-race festival, snacks, giveaways, and more!
Questions: For questions or comments, email [email protected].
Location: Shoemaker Green, 33rd Street, between the Palestra and Franklin Field.
Awards: Top 1-3 overall (male & female), and special awards for the fastest team* and most spirited team. In addition, all teams (at least 5 participants) will be entered into a raffle for various giftcards and prizes.
*Fastest team is the lowest aggregate time of a team's 5 fastest runners (male or female).
Amenities: Free t-shirt (for the first 550 entrants), post-race festival, snacks, giveaways, and more!
Questions: For questions or comments, email [email protected].
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