St. Chris Cares for Kids 5K
St. Chris Cares for Kids 5K is a running race on November 8, 2026 in Philadelphia, PA, with entry fees from $45 to $65.
- Date
- November 8, 2026 (14 days to go)
- Price
- $45–$65
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Every step at the St. Chris Cares for Kids 5K brings us closer to a community where every child can get high-quality, compassionate healthcare, no matter their circumstances. Join us for a morning of movement, connection, and purpose at the Philadelphia Zoo, with every registration directly supporting the kids and families who count on St. Christopher's Hospital for Children.
The 5K and Family Fun Run/Walk both start and finish inside the zoo, so participants will be right among the animal exhibits throughout. The 5K route winds through the zoo grounds before looping out along the perimeter and back in to finish at the start line, passing many exhibits along the way. The 1-mile Family Fun Run/Walk stays within the heart of the zoo, offering a shorter, family-friendly route where kids can enjoy seeing the animals up close.
Whether you're racing for a personal best, walking with your family, or cheering from the sidelines, you're helping make sure no child in our community goes without the care they deserve.
All participants will have same day admission access to the zoo.
Awards:
Overall winners and Age Group/Gender winners: top 3 overall and top 3 in each age group and gender category.
Entry:
5K Run/Walk: $65 — starts 8:00AM EST
Family Fun Run/Walk: $45 general entry — starts 8:10AM EST
Spectator: $30 ($25 for ages 2-11) — 8:00AM EST
Amenities:
Event T-shirt (S, M, L, XL, XXL, Youth Small, Youth Medium, Youth Large), light refreshments, water stations, prizes, and more.
Race Results:
The race is professionally timed by Bryn Mawr Racing Co. Results will be posted at brynmawrracing.com.
Questions:
Angel Hernandez
Angel.Hernandez@towerhealth.org
Events
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
59°
Typical Low
43°
Chance of Rain
29%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Phila Franklin Inst, 2 mi from the venue.
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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Waiting For?
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14
Days to train
- Race
- St. Chris Cares for Kids 5K
- Date
- November 8, 2026
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St. Chris Cares for Kids 5K
Nov 8, 2026