Race Lineup for September 20, 2024

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In this week’s lineup we have the Space Coast Marathon and a list of community races across the country. Have a great weekend!

  • Philadelphia

  • Washington D.C.

  • Detroit

  • Bay Area

Weekly Recap

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Philly Community Races

  • Crown of Beauty 5K on September 21 in Media, PA: REGISTER 

    Uplift impoverished communities.

  • Step Beyond Celiac 5K on September 21 in Blue Bell, PA: REGISTER

    Proceeds support work to cure celiac disease. 

  • Dragon 5K on September 28 in Swedesboro, NJ: REGISTER

    Join the Swedesboro community and honor Nathaniel Boerlin.

  • C. W. Henry School 5K on September 28 in Philadelphia, PA: REGISTER

    A friendly community race.

  • West Conshy Founder’s Day 5k on October 5 in Conshohocken, PA: REGISTER

    Enjoy a scenic race in beautiful West Conshohocken

  • CoreFitness Great Eastern State Breakout Race on October 5 in Philadelphia, PA: REGISTER

    A one-of-a-kind, USATF certified 5K flat road race.

  • Pumpkin Dash on October 5 in Newark, DE: REGISTER

    Join the Bear-Glasgow YMCA for its 1st Annual Pumpkin Dash 5K.

  • Hatfield Township Roctoberfest on October 5 in Hatfield, PA: REGISTER

    Sleep in, run a fun 5K, and then spend your afternoon at Hatfield's Rocktoberfest Party.

    Explore the scenic Glenroy Preserve trails, presented by Philadelphia Runner.

  • Spina Bifida Delaware Valley 5k on October 12 in Philadelphia, PA: REGISTER

    Support the Spina Bifida Association of the Delaware Valley.

  • NBTS Race for Hope on October 13 in Pennsauken Township, NJ: REGISTER

    Raise awareness and funds to support the needs of patients with a brain tumor and their families.

  • DELCO Run for Heroes on October 13 in Springfield, PA: REGISTER

    Fun and competitive, with cash prizes for top racers.

  • Race to Zero on October 13 in Horsham, PA: REGISTER

    Let's end Polio with this family-friendly event.

  • Race to Reimagine Cancer Center on October 20 in Willow Grove, PA: REGISTER

    No one should ever face a cancer diagnosis alone.

  • Citizen Advocacy the Phoenixville Run on October 26 in Phoenixville, PA: REGISTER

    The 38th Annual Phoenixville Run with lots of prizes.

  • Bark in the Park on October 26 in Media, PA: REGISTER

    A dog friendly 5k.

  • Skeleton Skurry on October 26 in Hatboro, PA: REGISTER

    The Philly area’s premier Halloween race.

  • Br5khaven Fun Run on October 27 in Brookhaven, PA: REGISTER

    A family-oriented run supporting the Broohaven Fire Department

Featured Race: Space Coast Marathon

Space Coast Marathon runner with beer

📆 December 1, 2024

📍Cocoa, FL

Why Run?

The race is held within the shadow of the Kennedy Space Center, the entire event revolves around a space theme sure to delight and energize our participants.

Weeks Left To Train: 10 Weeks

Detroit Community Races

  • 5k Beer Run on on September 21st in Detroit, MI: REGISTER

    Join the 5k Fun Run event at Eastern Market. Run, walk or jog a 5k course, then celebrate at the finish line!

  • Safe water challenge on October 12 in Detroit, MI: REGISTER

     Raise funds for wells in Somalia.

  • Frightful 5k on October 27th in Troy, MI: REGISTER

    8th Annual race presented by the City of Troy!

Washington DC Community Races

  • In Their Shoes 5K on September 28th in Washington DC: REGISTER

    Run/walk to benefit Iraqi orphans and vulnerable children.

  • Georgetown Half Marathon on October 5th in Washington DC: REGISTER

    Charity race supporting girls' education in Kenya and Nepal.

  • Three Fox 5k on October 5th in Delaplane, VA: REGISTER

    A challenging course that finishes right next to the outdoor wine tasting bar!

Bay Area Community Races

  • Palo Alto Moonlight Run & Walk on September 20th in Palo Alto, CA: REGISTER

    Benefits local non-profits dedicated to helping kids and families in the Peninsula.

  • 16th Annual Mermaid Run on September 22nd in San Francisco, CA: REGISTER

    Registration includes a race shirt, finisher medal & necklace.

  • Lafayette Elementary Donut Dash 2024 on September 29 in San Francisco, CA: REGISTER

    A mostly flat and fast course in beautiful Golden Gate Park.

  • Half Moon Bay Pumpkin Run on October 20 in Half Moon Bay, CA: REGISTER 

    A 4 decade tradition that treats participants to a beautiful Coastal Trail overlooking the Pacific Ocean.

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