
From the Organizer
Coatesville VA Strides to Prevent Suicide 5k Run/Walk
Raising awareness for Veteran Suicide Prevention
Location:
Coatesville VA Medical Center, 1400 Blackhorse Hill Rd., Coatesville, PA. 19320, Lot D
Awards:
1st Place Female
1st Place Male
Top Runner Age 14 and Under
Top Runner Age 15-19
Top Runner Age 20-29
Top Runner Age 30-39
Top Runner Age 40-49
Top Runner Age 50-59
Top Runner Age 60-69
Top Runner Age 70-79
Top Runner Age 80 and Over
Entry:
Regular Registration Price : $35 Walk/Run Civilian Rate;
Free for Veteran/Active Duty Service Members.
Late Registration: Civilian $40 Walk/Run. Same Day registration accepted.
Race starts promptly at 9:00 am. Check-in will open at 7:30 am.
Amenities:
Campus environment, street surface run/walk. (Campus Map: https://www.va.gov/coatesville-health-care/locations/coatesville-va-medical-center/campus-map/), T-shirt (S, M, L, XL, 2X, 3X), refreshments, water stations, medals. For late registration, after August 26, a T-shirt size is not guaranteed.
Race Results:
Race will be professionally timed by the Bryn Mawr Racing Co.; Results will be found at http://www.brynmawrracing.com
Proceeds to support suicide prevention efforts for Veterans receiving care at Coatesville VAMC.
Questions:
Contact: Ryan Walsh, Race Director – contact info: ryan@brynmawrracing.com
Events
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
75°
Typical Low
55°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Coatesville 2 W, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
13,323
as of 2023
Elevation
326 ft
Nearest Airport
ILG
Wilmington Airport · 24 mi
Major Hub
PHL
Philadelphia International Airport · 32 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
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Coatesville VA Strides to Prevent Suicide 5K Run/Walk
Sep 19, 2026