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VIRTUAL Gritty 5K
75 spots left.
Walk or run from anywhere in the world to support Flyers Charities!
Description
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 Mobile Arena.
Packet Pick-Up
Packet Pick-Up:
- Thursday, September 24
- Xfinity Mobile Arena - East Food Hall (Lot E)
- Time: TBD
Friends and family can pick up bibs for participants! Make sure to have the bib numbers ready upon arrival.
Flyers Home Game Tickets - Included with registration!
Registrants will be contacted on Tuesday, August 11, 2026 to claim their complimentary game tickets to one (1) of the following games. Redeem by Sunday, September 20 and receive a ticket to a BONUS preseason game!
Regular Season Games:
- Sunday, October 11 v Carolina Hurricanes at 7:00PM
- Tuesday, October 13 v Seattle Kraken at 7:00PM
- Saturday, October 17 v Ottawa Senators at 7:00PM
- Monday, October 19 v Colorado Avalanche at 7:00PM
- Tuesday, October 27 v Columbus Blue Jackets at 7:00PM
Preseason Games:
- Thursday, September 24 v Boston Bruins at 7:00PM
- Saturday, September 26 v Washington Capitals at 5:00PM
Please note:
If you signed up to run with others, you will be able to redeem your codes to sit together. Additional tickets will also be available to purchase at a discounted rate.
Tickets are available to redeem while supplies last.
Parking
Parking is free. Specific lots will be communicated soon!
Day of Deets
DAY OF TIMELINE
6:30 AM Gates Open to Xfinity Mobile Arena!
7:30 AM Roads Close
8:10 AM Line up in the corrals in Lot E (walkers, please line up behind those who are running)
8:20 AM Opening ceremonies
8:30 AM Confetti cannons pop!
9:45 – 10:15 AM Awards and closing ceremony remarks
FanFest & Start/Finish Line is located in Lot E of Xfinity Mobile Arena!
• Stop by our Get Grittifed with West station to finish off your costume with orange accessories!
• Purchase your Itty Bitty Grittys at the Merchandise Station and stop by the 11th Street Store to gear up for the season.
• Check out our sponsor tables for snacks and takeaways and visit our nonprofit partners.
• Meet up with other runners and take photos at the photobooth!
Thank You to Our Sponsors!
Presenting Sponsor:
Official Sustainability Partner:
Thank you to our additional sponsors!
Interested in Gritty 5K sponsorship opportunities? Email Flyers Charities at CSCharities@comcastspectacor.com.
FAQs
Updated FAQs will be available soon. In the meantime, you can email us at CSCharities@comcastspectacor.com.
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