Steps To Home 5K Run/1-Mile Walk Presented by Friends Association
Steps To Home 5K Run/1-Mile Walk Presented by Friends Association is a running race on August 23, 2026 in Downingtown, PA, with an entry fee of $25.
- Date
- August 23, 2026 (31 days to go)
- Location
- 445 Manor Ave, Downingtown, PA
- Price
- $25
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Join Friends Association for the inaugural Steps to Home 5K Run & 1-Mile Walk and help take meaningful steps toward ending family homelessness in Chester County.
Whether you're chasing a new personal record, walking with family and friends, or simply looking for a fun way to give back, every registration directly supports local families working toward safe, stable housing. Together, we can make a lasting impact—one step at a time.
This timed 5K features awards for the top finishers, while the 1-mile walk offers a welcoming option for participants of all ages and fitness levels. Kids 12 and under participate for free, making this a great event for the whole family.
Enjoy complimentary refreshments before and after the race, connect with your community, and be part of a morning filled with purpose, encouragement, and fun. Every step you take helps families move one step closer to a place they can call home.
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
84°
Typical Low
61°
Chance of Rain
31%
Based on US Climate Normals data from W Chester 2 Nw, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Downingtown, PA
City Elevation
284 ft
Nearest Airport
ILG
Wilmington Airport · 24 mi
Major Hub
PHL
Philadelphia International Airport · 27 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Waiting For?
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31
Days to train
- Race
- Steps To Home 5K Run/1-Mile Walk Presented by Friends Association
- Date
- August 23, 2026
- Location
- 445 Manor Ave, Downingtown, PA
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Steps To Home 5K Run/1-Mile Walk Presented by Friends Association
Aug 23, 2026