The 38th Annual Women's Distance Festival 5K

🏃‍♀️ Event Overview

• Date: July 13, 2025
• Time: 8:00 AM
• Location: Rockland Lake State Park, Congers, NY
• Event URL: Women's Distance Festival 5K

💪 Empowerment through Endurance

• Purpose: The WDF is a powerful step toward empowering women and supporting those in need.
• Contribution: Every stride, every mile, and every finish line crossed supports the Center for Safety & Change.
• Mission: Their mission is to support, shelter, and provide services to victims and survivors of sexual assault, domestic violence, human trafficking, and other crimes.
• Participants: Join us to experience the energy and determination of this incredible event.

🌟 Chase the Change

• Theme: This year’s theme, CHASE THE CHANGE, embodies the spirit of this event.
• Unity: It reminds us that change starts with each of us through our actions and commitment.
• Goals: We are chasing a future where everyone can thrive.
• Type: There will also be a virtual event for those who cannot participate in person.

📅 History and Legacy

• Origin: The Women's Distance Festival was created to protest the lack of competitive races for women.
• Historical Significance: The first Women’s Distance Festivals were run in opposition to the Men's Marathon at the 1980 Moscow Olympics.
• Growth: It has grown to be the largest Women and Girls 5K in the tristate area.
• Established By: It was picked up by the Rockland Road Runners in 1988.

🚀 Join Us!

• Event: 38th Annual Women's Distance Festival 5K Run/Walk
• Virtual Participation: Virtual event will run from July 13 to July 20.
• Fundraising: Help raise money to support the Center for Safety & Change.
• Call to Action: Lace up your sneakers and let’s CHASE THE CHANGE!