MLK Jr. Freedom Run 5K/10K/13.1 Philadelphia
About the race
Join our annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day run to honor the legacy of Dr. King and his enduring commitment to justice, equality, and peace.
Together we can honor his dream and inspire one another to keep striving for a better world.
This is a smaller, private group run with a cap per wave. All paces and ages are welcome (under 18 with a guardian), and you can run or walk.
There is no equipment or setup needed, and our coordinators are there to support you in a warm, stress-free setting.
Swag and shirts
- Running T-shirt, shipped to the address you register with (US only)
- Finisher's towel or giveaway
- Finisher's medal
- Digital training pack
- Optional technical running shirt, lightweight and moisture-wicking, can be upgraded for $5 more
Wave times and arrival
Waves are filled on a first come, first served basis. Waves sell out quickly and are closed once full.
- Wave A: 7:30 AM
- Wave B: 8:00 AM
- Wave C: 8:30 AM
Late runners can run upon arrival. Our coordinators stay 3 hours after the first wave.
Packet pickup and bibs
There is no packet pickup. Swag is shipped directly to your address, so provide your full, correct US mailing address including apartment number and check the spelling. Race bibs are provided on race day.
Your shirt arrives at your mailing address the week of your race.
Race updates and late registration
We will email a final update the Wednesday before the race with final details and course maps.
Registrations made 2 weeks before the race are accepted. Your shirt will likely arrive after the run, so you can wear any appropriate shirt to run the race.
Virtual run option
If a wave is sold out, you can register for the virtual run option or join the wait list.
The virtual run can be done any time and place of your choosing, using any tracking device (optional). It includes a training pack with digital tools. After you finish, submit your results to [email protected] to receive your medal.
Charity fundraising
Fundraising is optional. For every mile you log after the race, we donate $1 to one of the charities we work with.
Timing
Timing is optional. You may track your time on an app (Strava, RunKeeper, Nike Run, etc.) and submit it with our easy form to be posted online, or ask our coordinators to help keep track of your time.
No timing chips are used. This is a stress-free run to support you in achieving your goals.
Cancellation policy
Registrations made 2 weeks before the race are accepted.
The course
Location
Camden, NJ, USA Open in Google Maps
City insight: Camden
Camden is a city and the county seat of Camden County in South Jersey, located across the Delaware River from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and part of the Philadelphia metropolitan area. Summers are hot and humid while winters are cold, so spring and autumn are the best seasons to race.
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