Downingtown Good Neighbor Day
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Event details
The Downingtown Good Neighbor Day - Firetrucks and Fireworks is scheduled for Saturday, July 4, 2026 at Kerr Park, 1 Park Lane, Downingtown, PA 19335. The day includes multiple running, walking, paddling, and family events. Distances offered include:
- 5K Run for Life
- 10K Run for Life
- 15K Run for Life
- 5K Freedom Walk
Other events listed are Krapf’s Canoe/Kayak Brandywine River Challenge, Cornhole Madness, GND Kid's K, and a Big Wheel Race (kid only).
Entry fees published for the events include $30 for the main runs and the 5K walk, $20 for the canoe/kayak challenge, $50 for Cornhole Madness, and free entry for the Kid's K and Big Wheel Race. The entry fee is non-refundable.
Additional information
Proceeds benefit volunteer fire, ambulance, and rescue squads within the Downingtown Area School District, with a named list of beneficiary providers. Race awards include $50 to the top male and female in the Run for Life events and medals for the first three male and female finishers in each category. Registered runners and walkers receive GND T-shirts; the Kid's K awards medals to all finishers and provides T-shirts. Runner bibs and T-shirt pick-up take place at the gazebo in Kerr Park on July 3 and July 4. The event also features food vendors, about 80-100 craft exhibitors, and a fireworks finale at dusk. Donation levels and a fundraising goal are listed for the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
