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Mile Madness
Monday, April 21, 2025
Ott Center
Mile Madness is back, powered by On and Philadelphia Runner.
Your challenge? To run a mile without coming last. Every 200m, the runner in last place will be eliminated. So keep up – or be knocked out.
Winners of each heat will win two tickets to the Penn Relays on Saturday, April 26th. All participants are entered into a raffle to win their very own pair of On shoes.
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O.P.A.C. Relays
Thursday, April 24, 2025
New Deck Tavern
Original Propaganda Athletic Club (O.P.A.C.) Relays is an unsanctioned road relay race celebrating Penn Relays, the oldest and largest track & field competition in the United States. O.P.A.C. Relays VII is powered by Nike Running.
The 4 x 400ish relay will contain multiple heats and a final to determine the winner. Teams can have up to 6 runners: 4 heat runners with 2 substitute runners, if needed, for The Finals. Each team will race 1 heat with the hopes of advancing to The Finals. There will be 1 winning team!
There will be prizes for the winning team. Open Bar and Swag Bags for all attendees while supplies last! The Experience will begin and end with a happy hour at the iconic New Deck Tavern.
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Runnin' On Business
Sunday, April 27, 2025
Plant and People
We're excited to come back for part 2 of Runnin' On Business, a Philly Track Jawn designed to bring free and accessible running + walking events to communities throughout Philly.
This is more than just a runs, it's about:
✔️Getting people from and in the neighborhood moving
✔️Building bridges to create meaningful connections across communities
✔️Driving support to small businesses in historically underserved communities
Join us for our kickoff event as we get going, connect with the community, and support local businesses.
Event Details:
📍Start: Plant & People
🏃🏽Distance Options: 10K Run | 5K Jog | 2K Walk | 0K Yoga
💰Cost: FREE (RSVP required)
After the run/walk, we'll gather to support local businesses and continue building connections in the neighborhood.
How You Can Get Involved:
✅Sign up to participate, whether you're running or walking.
✅Volunteer to help with event logistics.
RSVP now to secure your spot & bring some friends with you!
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The Philly 10K
Sunday, August 24, 2025
South Street
REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN
… for year twelve of Philly’s hottest summer party both on and off the course. Come cruise with us for 6.2 miles at the city’s most unique road race and experience the vibrancy that is South Philly. Starting and finishing on Philadelphia’s iconic South Street, participants will get a true flavor of what makes running the streets of this city so special. A morning so great only to be punctuated by a post race festival full of live music, dancing, local vendors, and more! Whether you’re a returning participant or new to the Philly 10K, we hope to see you on August 24!
