St. Chris Cares for Kids 5K 2026
- Date
- Sunday, November 8, 2026
- Start time
- 8:00 AM start (New York)
- Location
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Entry fee
- From $30 · goes up to $75 on Oct 18, 2026
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5K Run | 5K | Nov 8, 20268:00 AM | $65$75 after Oct 18, 2026 | – |
| Spectator | – | Nov 8, 20268:00 AM | $30 | – |
| Family Fun Run/Walk | Kids | Nov 8, 20268:10 AM | $45$55 after Oct 18, 2026 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The 5K fee goes up to $75 on Oct 18, 2026.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- 5K Run: $65 until Oct 17, then $75 until Nov 8.
- Spectator: $30 until Nov 8.
- Family Fun Run/Walk: $45 until Oct 17, then $55 until Nov 8.
Online registration closes Nov 8, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $65, entry is about 117 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 6:36 AM, and the 5K Run starts at 8:00 AM. The start sits about 120 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
3400 W. Girard Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19104
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Typical race-day weather
Around November 8 the day usually runs from 41°F at dawn to 58°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 20% of days. Cold snaps dip to 33°F and hot years reach 70°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
- 3400 W. Girard Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19104Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 120 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 5K, Kids
- Editions
- 2026 (Nov 8, 2026)
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Quick answers
- When is St. Chris Cares for Kids 5K?
- Sunday, November 8, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $30 before processing fees, and rises to $75 on Oct 18, 2026.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Nov 8, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Pennsylvania?
- At $65, entry is about 117 percent above a typical 5K in Pennsylvania, which costs $30 right now.
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- 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, Kids.
- Where does it start?
- 3400 W. Girard Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19104.
From the organizers
Every step at the St. Chris Cares for Kids 5K brings us closer to a community where every child can get high-quality, compassionate healthcare, no matter their circumstances. Join us for a morning of movement, connection, and purpose at the Philadelphia Zoo, with every registration directly supporting the kids and families who count on St. Christopher's Hospital for Children.