Get Your Rear in Gear - Philadelphia

10K/5K, 2 Mile Walk & Kids' Fun Run


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Online registration for this event is now closed. Registration will be open at packet pick-up and on race morning. Join us for the Get Your Rear in Gear 5K & 10K Run, 2-Mile Walk and Kids' Fun Run in Philadelphia.

 

Save time on race-day download the registration form and fill it out before arriving at the race. NOTE: this form is not accepted via mail, only in person at pre-packet pick up or on race morning.

Download important information for all participants and team captains. 

Date: Sunday, March 17, 2013

Alert! New Start Times!

Registration: 7:30 a.m.
Kids' Fun Run: 8:45 a.m.
10K Timed Run: 9 a.m.
5K Timed Run: 9 a.m.
2 Mile Walk: 9:15 a.m.

 

Memorial Hall / Please Touch Museum
4231 Avenue of the Republic
Philadelphia, PA

Download directions & parking information.

Funds raised will help local efforts to raise awareness of colon and rectal cancer and positively impact screening rates.

Registration Fees

Advance Registration: (Now Closed)

Adults: $27
Child (12 and under): $13

At Packet Pick-up and on Race Day:
Adult: $32
Child (12 and under): $15

Packet Pick-up

Fri., March 15: Noon to 6:30 p.m.
Sat., March 16: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

First Unitarian Church of Philadelphia
2125 Chestnut Street - Griffin Hall
Philadelphia, PA 19103
215-563-3980

  • Individuals: We suggest you pick up your race packet in advance to avoid the lines on race day.
  • Team Captains: You MUST pick up your team box at pre-packet pick up Friday or Saturday.
  • Team Members: If you are registered as a member of a team, your team captain will have your race packet on race day.

The courses are USA Track & Field Certified for runners.

5K    Philly 5K Map

10K  Philly 10K Map

For more information, please contact:

Maria Grasso
Chair and Philadelphia Event Director

Phone: 856-371-9238
Email Maria

Bonnie Grant

Media Contact

Phone: 215-290-0382
Email Bonnie

Online Registration Questions

Phone: 952-378-1237

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Form a Team
Form a team of five or more participants to support a loved one, raise funds, or just to share the excitement on race day. Register your team online, then download a team packet for more information.

Get Fit
Make the most of your Get Your Rear In Gear experience. Check out our Pre-Race Fitness tips and develop the healthy lifestyle habits that will keep you moving on race day...and beyond.

Become a Fundraiser
Collecting funds for the cause is easy. Use our fundraising tips and ideas to make your campaign a success.  Set up an online account and invite others to donate under your name. 

Donate
Can't make it on race day?  Do you want to honor a loved one or improve awareness in your community by supporting this event? Donations may be made on our secure online system.

Sponsor This Event
Want to see your company’s name on brochures, banners and t-shirts? Have a product to donate? Coupons for participants? Contact us about how to become a sponsor.

Volunteer
Please contact the local event director listed on this page to volunteer for this race.

Share Your Story
Have you or someone you know been touched by colon or rectal cancer? Share your story or read about others who have been touched by the disease.

2013 Maude Daniels Award

 Maude DanielsMaude Daniels mastered the art of unconditional love. Even while enduring a decade of the devastating affects of colon cancer, Maude  never allowed her illness to define her – she grabbed every minute of life and lived it to the fullest.

Get Your Rear in Gear - Philadelphia invites nominations for the MAUDE DANIELS AWARD. Tell us in 300 words or less how a colon cancer warrior, survivor, caregiver or loved one in your life embodies the spirit of Maude Daniels. Learn More>>>

Please submit your nomination by February 28, 2013. The award will be presented at the annual race event on March 17, 2013.