2023 Media 5 Mile Race

To be held: June 16th at 7 pm in the Borough of Media

The 2.5 mile, double loop course is a challenge. With twists and turns, the short and steep and long rising hills on this course brings out the beast in runners.

The diverse participants range from former Olympians, university and high school star athletes, seasoned teams and less competitive but goal oriented runners of all levels.

Certified by the USATF, many runners use their time here to help qualify for larger races. Runners from across the country come back to Media each year to participate.

The Transition

2006 brought new ideas to the Media 5 Mile Race with the addition of Free Kids’ Fun Runs at Barrall Field with age groups up to 12. Volunteers, families and kids alike enjoy the stress free events where everyone is a winner.

Always the  3rd Friday evening in June, the State Street location became the constant. The Start and Finish here led the many retailers and restaurants to participate with their support. Spectators line the sidewalks to cheer on their favorite runners while residents lined the course throughout neighborhoods and turned the race into a true community event.

Making Strides

The Media 5 Mile Race Today

In 2009, Media 5 Mile Race incorporated as a 501c3 non profit organization. This step enabled us to more fully meet the mission of the organization:

To continue the history of the Media 5 Mile Race as a focused community event, support health and education by supporting other non-profits that serve the Media Area.

Through our mindful charge of revenues and expenses, we donate our proceeds where community is at the center of organizations’ outreach. At a time where many traditional support systems have been taxed with cutbacks in funding, Media 5 Mile Race, Inc. contributions have a significant impact.

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