Run4Heroes
Run4Heroes is a running race on August 29, 2026 in Philadelphia, PA.
- Date
- August 29, 2026 (52 days to go)
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Join us for our annual 5K run/walk, “Honoring Warriors, Running for the Heroes of Ukraine,” as we come together in remembrance of the brave Ukrainian men and women who have given their lives in the fight for freedom and independence since 2014.
As many of you know, I lost my brother, Igor, on August 12, 2025. He voluntarily joined the Armed Forces of Ukraine on the very first day of the full-scale invasion and fought until his last breath. I also have many friends who are still serving on the front lines, those in captivity, those missing in action, and families who have lost their loved ones defending Ukraine.
We invite you to join us as we honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice, support those who continue to defend their country, and stand with Ukraine.
Participants are encouraged to dedicate their run to a specific Ukrainian Hero - whether a loved one or someone they’ve never met - whose sacrifice continues to inspire us.
Let us run with purpose. Walk with remembrance. Stand with Ukraine!
The name of a fallen hero you can chose here:
https://ukraine-memorial.org/en/
🗓️ Event Details: 🏛️ Start & Finish: Steps of the Philadelphia Museum of Art
🛤️ Route: Along scenic Kelly Drive, turning near the General Ulysses Grant statue
🅿️ Parking: Available at The Oval (in front of the museum) and surrounding areas
💵 Participation: Free registration | Suggested donation: $20+
🌍 Virtual Option: Run/walk from anywhere, anytime
🧡 All proceeds from this event will support the Veteran Hub in Oleksandriya, Ukraine, a space dedicated to supporting veterans, families of fallen Heroes, missing in action or service members in captivity.
🧑🤝🧑 Organizers: in.unity.ua & the Ukrainian Community in Philadelphia
Please note, this run is not timed.
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
86°
Typical Low
68°
Chance of Rain
27%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Phila Franklin Inst, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Philadelphia, PA
Population
1,582,432
as of 2023
City Elevation
86 ft
Nearest Airport
PHL
Philadelphia International Airport · 10 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
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52
Days to train
- Race
- Run4Heroes
- Date
- August 29, 2026
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Run4Heroes
Aug 29, 2026