Katie Welling Memorial 2.5 Mile Run/Walk

The 2026 Katie Welling Memorial Run/Walk will be an in-person event on the morning of Saturday, November 28.  Participants will meet at the front of the Bronxville School, 177 Pondfield Rd. Check-in will be open from 8 to 8:45 AM, and the race will start at 9 AM. Katie's Run/Walk is a 2.5 mile race. 

On April 10, 2005, Katie, a 2002 BHS graduate, died in an off-campus fire at Miami University in Ohio. Katie had just turned 21. While we all continue to struggle in our own way to cope with this tragedy, it has become abundantly clear that togetherness helps us heal. The memory of Katie’s wonderful sense of humor, her infectious laugh, and her love of life helps to shape and color our lives and keeps us all forever connected with her. For this reason, her vast array of friends have organized the annual Katie Welling Memorial Run/Walk. 

We also remember Tom Welling, Katie's father, who passed away in 2022. Tom led us in planning this special event for fifteen years and was an incredible friend and asset to the Bronxville community.

If you are not able to attend, you may also participate virtually by running, walking or biking any time from November 15 through 30. Walking or running on a treadmill or riding on a stationary bike at home are also great ways to participate. 

 

Registration & Bib Pick-up Information :

In-Person Participation:

The registration fee for the in-person event is $25 through November 27, and $30 to register the day of the event.  

PLEASE NOTE: ONLINE REGISTRATION FOR IN-PERSON PARTICIPATION CLOSES AT NOON ON WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 25.

If you wish to make a donation after November 25, you may still do so online.  

If you would like to register in person, you may do so on:

• Friday, November 27, between 10 AM and 3 PM at Fleet Feet, 52 Pondfield Rd, Bronxville, NY
• Saturday, November 28, between 8 AM and 8:45 AM at the front entrance of the Bronxville School, 177 Pondfield Rd., Bronxville, NY

Payment in person may be made by cash, check, PayPal, Venmo, or Zelle.

 

Virtual Participation:

There is no registration fee to participate virtually, but a tax-deductible contribution would be welcomed.

PLEASE NOTE: ONLINE REGISTRATION FOR VIRTUAL PARTICIPATION CLOSES AT NOON ON WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 25.

If you wish to make a donation after November 25, you may still do so online.  

If you participate virtually, please consider taking a picture and sending it to the Bronxville School Foundation at [email protected] so we can include you in the photo album for the event!

 

Bib Pick-up:

If you have registered online, you may pick up your bib on the following days:

• Friday, November 27, between 10 AM and 3 PM at Fleet Feet, 52 Pondfield Rd, Bronxville, NY
• Saturday, November 28, between 8 AM and 8:45 AM at the front entrance of the Bronxville School, 177 Pondfield Rd., Bronxville, NY

 

All proceeds from Katie's Run/Walk will benefit the Bronxville School Foundation whose mission is to enhance the quality of the education at the Bronxville School where Katie spent so many happy years.

Thank you to all of the donors and participants who support the Foundation in Katie's memory each year!

If you have any questions, please contact the Bronxville School Foundation at [email protected].