About the We Love Teachers 5K - Philadelphia
The course runs through Pennypack Park, so expect tree cover, natural surroundings, and a course that feels removed from the city grid. The race is built around teachers specifically, and runners can dedicate their run to an educator they want to honor, which gives the morning a distinct sense of purpose beyond just finishing.
Music and food are part of the post-race scene, and the award categories go well beyond overall winners, including a fastest-teacher award and a parent-child duo category. Packet pickup happens race morning before the opening ceremony, which kicks off with a warm-up before the start.
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Distances & Start Times
5K10/10/2026 08:00$40
We Love Teachers 5K - Educator Entry10/10/2026 08:00$30
We Love Teachers 5K - Under 1810/10/2026 08:00$20
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