Greater Philadelphia Empower Walk & 5K Run 2026
- Date
- Sunday, October 11, 2026
- Start time
- 9:15 AM start (New York)
- Location
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Entry fee
- From $45
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5K Run | 5K | Oct 11, 20269:15 AM | $45 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- $45 until Oct 9, then $45 until Oct 11.
Online registration closes Oct 11, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $45, entry is about 50 percent above a typical 5K in Pennsylvania, which costs $30 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 5K in Philadelphia runs 35:35, about 11:27 a mile, based on 47 races with published results. Women typically finish in 37:51 and men in 31:36.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:05 AM, and the 5K Run starts at 9:15 AM. The start sits about 20 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
The Navy Yard, Philadelphia, PA 19112
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
2025 results
All resultsAggregated from official results (Bryn Mawr Racing Company) for Greater Philadelphia Empower Walk & 5K Run. Individual finisher names are not stored here.
How fast do you need to be at Greater Philadelphia Empower Walk & 5K Run?
In 2025, the fastest tenth finished in 23:48 or better, the top quarter in 26:39, and half the field in 33:21; the last tenth came in after 43:43.
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| 20-29 | 42:24 | n/a |
| 30-39 | 34:18 | n/a |
Groups with fewer than five finishers are left out. Awards vary by race; check the race's rules.
What would my time get me?
Where a finish time would have placed in 2025.
Typical race-day weather
Around October 11 the day usually runs from 51°F at dawn to 67°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 19% of days. Cold snaps dip to 43°F and hot years reach 79°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
Race details
- Where
- The Navy Yard, Philadelphia, PA 19112Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 20 feet
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 5K
- Editions
- 2026 (Oct 11, 2026), 2025 (Nov 2, 2025)
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Quick answers
- When is Greater Philadelphia Empower Walk & 5K Run?
- Sunday, October 11, 2026, starting at 9:15 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $45 before processing fees.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Oct 11, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Pennsylvania?
- At $45, entry is about 50 percent above a typical 5K in Pennsylvania, which costs $30 right now.
- Can I donate to a cause when I register?
- Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
- What distances can I run?
- 5K.
- How big is it, and how fast?
- In 2025, 27 runners finished the 5K Run; the median finish was 33:21 and the winner ran 19:10.
- Where does it start?
- The Navy Yard, Philadelphia, PA 19112.
From the organizers
The Autism Speaks Empower Walk + 5K Run is an uplifting celebration of community and progress, combining the spirit of the traditional Walk with the energy of a 5K run! Whether you’re walking, running, or cheering from the sidelines, there’s something for everyone to enjoy!
Join us as we take bold steps toward a world where all people with autism can reach their full potential. Come for the cause, stay for the community — and leave empowered.
To register prior to October 9, or for more information, please visit our official Empower Walk & 5K Run site.
Event Schedule:
8:30 a.m. - Registration opens
9:15 a.m. - 5K Run starts
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