METAvivor 5k

Race Overview

• Date and Time: 2/28/26 at 10am
• Beneficiary: METAvivor Charity supports metastatic breast cancer research, support, and awareness.
• Proceeds: 100% of proceeds after race expenses will be donated to METAvivor.
• Cause: Research for Stage IV breast cancer, which is significantly underfunded.

Race Details

• Run Start Time: In-person run starts at 10am.
• Chip Timing: Runners will be chip-timed for the entire race.
• Registration Time: Bib Pickup starts at 9:15am on 2/28/2026.
• Registration Fee: $25 through race day: virtual run is $20.

Location

• Venue: Ridley Creek State Park - Picnic Area 17, Newtown Square, PA.
• Address: 350 Gradyville Rd, Newtown Square 19073.
• Directions: Follow all signs to Picnic Area 17.
• Google Maps: Find on Google Maps

Awards

• Categories: Top 1st and 2nd place for Male and Female overall.
• Awards Timing: Ceremony at approximately 10:45am.
• Medals: Top 3 male and female in age groups will receive medals.
• Age Groups: 0-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+

Amenities

• Course: Scenic paved multi-use trail at Ridley Creek State Park.
• Start Point: The race begins at Picnic Area 17.
• Refreshments: Water, fruits, Chick-fil-A coffee, and snacks provided post-race.
• Highlights: Homemade blondies among other snacks available.

Results and Timing

• Timing: Professionally timed by Bryn Mawr Racing Co.
• Results: Available at Bryn Mawr Racing.

Contact Information

• Questions: Contact Race Director R. Merkins.
• Email: metavivor5k@gmail.com