5K for Aidan J. Heart-Safe Communities

Event Overview

• Event Name: 14th annual 5K for Aidan J. Run/Walk for Heart-Safe Communities
• Date: September 12, 2026
• Location: Struble Trail (Ponds/Victims Memorial Trailhead), Downingtown, PA
• Website: Race Registration

Course Details

• Course Type: Fast, flat, and shady course
• Entry Options: 1-mile walk, kids races, virtual 5K and walk options
• Medals Awarded: Teams (fastest and highest fundraising), place winners from each age group, all kids in Kids Races
• Cash Prizes: Top male and female overall winners receive $50 cash

Registration Information

• Registration Fee: $25 for runners aged 5-22 and 65-103, $15 for 1-mile walk
• Discount: Special pricing for students and seniors applied at checkout
• Registration Deadline: Open until October 2nd
• Race Day Registration: Prices increase by $5: payment via Apple Pay, credit card, cash, or check

Parking and Location

• Parking: Municipal lots at Planet Fitness and Kerr Park
• Trailhead Address: 215-369 E Pennsylvania Ave, Downingtown, PA 19335
• Event Format: Create a team or fundraising page easily on the website
• Funding: Registration covers event fees: donations support foundation programming

Event Schedule

• 8:00 am: Check-in and Race Day Registration opens
• 9:00 am: Opening Ceremony
• 9:15 am: 5K start
• 9:20 am: 1 Mile Family Walk starts
• 9:45 am: Kids Races
• 10:00 am: Closing Ceremonies

Race Address

• Finish Line: 5K Start/Finish (Struble Trailhead: Ponds Parking Lot)

Event Guidelines

• No dogs: Please refrain from bringing dogs to this event
• Strollers: Permitted for 1 Mile Family Walk, but not for the 5K Run
• Contact Information: For questions, reach out through the event website
• Note: We’ll see you on September 12th!

About Aidan's Heart Foundation

• 501(c)(3) Organization: Recognized by the IRS, all donations are 100% tax-deductible
• Tax ID: EIN# 46-1917169
• Foundation Website: www.AidansHeart.org
• Mission: Protect young hearts from Sudden Cardiac Arrest