Pennsylvania · 5K
GRITTY 5K
GRITTY 5K is a 5K event held in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It was last held on September 26, 2026 and is usually run in September; the next date hasn't been announced yet. About 20,210 runners take part across all distances.
- Usually held
- September
- Location
- Philadelphia, PA
- Field size
- ~20,210 runners
Race details
- Last held
- September 26, 2026
- Usually held in
- September
- Location
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Distances
- 5K
- Field size
- About 20,210 runners
- Registration
- runsignup.com
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Registration status as last checked September 22, 2026: open
About the GRITTY 5K
The Gritty 5K presented by Penn Medicine is 3.1 miles of fun, complete with over 10 on-course activations, including Karaoke, Stop & Listen to 95, and more, along with brand-new surprises, and of course, a finish line hot dog. Your in-person registration includes a t-shirt, medal, and Flyers home game ticket. Virtual participants can purchase Flyers home game tickets for a discounted rate. Kids 12 and under can be registered at a discounted rate. Race starts and finishes in Lot E of Xfinity Mob…
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GRITTY 5K: common questions
- When is the GRITTY 5K?
- The next date hasn't been announced in the listing yet. The race is usually held in September. Check the organiser's website for the official date.
- Where is the GRITTY 5K held?
- In Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
- What distances does the GRITTY 5K offer?
- 5K.
- How many people run the GRITTY 5K?
- About 20,210 runners across all of its distances. That figure is an estimate of the field size, not an entry cap.
- How do I register for the GRITTY 5K?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the GRITTY 5K?
- Registration status as last checked September 22, 2026: open. $75 (from runsignup.com, checked September 22, 2026).
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