Get ready to lace up your running shoes! The Race Back to School 5K on September 21, 2025.
Heebner Park 1721 S Valley Forge Rd, Collegeville, PA 19426 (Please use the Valley Forge Road Entrance)
Parking: Parking is available at the Heebner Park lot via the Valley Forge Road Entrance. Overflow parking will be at the Heebner Road Entrance.
All proceeds from this event benefit the Methacton Backpack Program, which provides essential food to struggling families in our community. The race is brought to you by the Methacton Education Foundation. The Methacton Education Foundation is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides supplemental funding for innovative educational programs and initiatives.
Methacton Alumni & Friends is the official alumni network, aiming to connect alumni, teachers, parents, supporters, and other friends of the Methacton School District. They work closely with the Foundation to enhance student educational opportunities.
5K Race: $35 per participant
Kids Fun Run (under 12): $20 per participant
Important T-shirt Guarantee: You must register by September 8th to guarantee a race day t-shirt.
Early bib pick-up details are TBD. Race day registration will be accepted, but a t-shirt is not guaranteed for same-day registrants.
Amenities
- T-shirts for participants (registered by September 1st). Available in Youth S, M, L, XL and Adult S, M, L, XL, XXL.
- Refreshments and snacks for all participants.
- Water stations on the course.
- Prizes for top finishers in age groups and overall.
Race Details
5K Course: The 5K race course will be professionally timed by The Bryn Mawr Racing Co.
Important Course Information for 5k Runners: This is a trail course, and you'll encounter varied, unpaved terrain like dirt and gravel. Enjoy the beautiful park as you navigate the natural surfaces!
Kids Fun Run Course: The Kids Fun Run is approximately 1.5K (a little less than 1 mile), is not timed, and every participant is a winner!
Race Results
Results for the 5K will be available at http://www.brynmawrracing.com.
Overall: Top 1-3 male and female finishers.
Age Groups: Top 1-3 male and female finishers in each age category.
Kids Fun Run: Everyone's a winner!
Use code SUMMER for $5 off the 5K registration before August 8th
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