Run the Runway 5K & Fun Run
- Date
- August 8, 2026
- Distance
- 5K
- Price
- $45
From the Organizer
Come out for our Run the Runway 5K at New Garden Flying Field on the morning of our first day of the Festival of Flight Air, Car, & Tractor Show! Our race this year will feature a 5K event with exciting prizes for our top finishers in each age bracket, as well as a Fun Run/Walk (1 mile) for anyone looking to come out and run/walk the runway. During the event, participants will get to witness our Festival of Flight setup and get an inside look at the event prior to gates opening at 2:00pm!
With your registration you will receive:
- Air Show T-Shirt
- Free Pancake Breakfast after the race (sponsored by the EAA Chapter)
- 1-day ticket to the Festival of Flight Air Show
5K start time will be 8:00am, and the Fun Run will kick off shortly after. Check-in will begin at 6:45am on race day, and day-of registration will be $50.
**Correct T-Shirt Size is only guaranteed for all Pre-Registered Runners through July 20th, 2025.**
Results of the race will be published live after completion.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
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
83°
Typical Low
63°
Chance of Rain
32%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Avondale 2 N, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Toughkenamon, PA
City Elevation
337 ft
Nearest Airport
ILG
Wilmington Airport · 13 mi
Major Hub
PHL
Philadelphia International Airport · 28 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Days to train
- Race
- Run the Runway 5K & Fun Run
- Date
- August 8, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Run the Runway 5K & Fun Run?
- Run the Runway 5K & Fun Run is a running race held in Toughkenamon, Pennsylvania on August 8, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Run the Runway 5K & Fun Run?
- Saturday, August 8, 2026 in Toughkenamon, Pennsylvania at 1235 Newark Road. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Run the Runway 5K & Fun Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Run the Runway 5K & Fun Run
Aug 8, 2026