Mushroom Cap Half Marathon
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Mushroom Cap Half Marathon and FunGi Five Miler
The event features two distances centered in Kennett Square, PA, with courses that pass through neighborhood streets, scenic country roads, historic sites and local mushroom farms. The routes include notable climbs and downhill sections and finish at a community festival on The Square at 600 South Broad Street.
- Half Marathon - 13.1 miles
- FunGi 5 Miler - 5 miles
The half marathon will have multiple hydration stations along the route; the 5 Miler will have two water stations. Port-a-pots will be available at the start/finish area and at locations along both courses. Chip timing is provided using the MYLAPS BibTag system; runners must wear bibs visibly on the front, unaltered and pinned on all four corners.
Packet pickup is scheduled at two pre-race locations: Wednesday, November 4, 4:00–6:00 PM at Delaware Running Company in Wilmington, DE, and Friday, November 6, 5:00–8:00 PM at Victory Brewing Company in Kennett Square, PA. There is a 3.5 hour time limit from each participant's start time for both distances. Minimum ages are 14 for the half marathon and 10 for the 5 Miler.
Amenities and post-race offerings include a finisher medal, event swag, post-race food, live music, a community festival, and complimentary Victory beer available until the festival closes. Parking is provided in designated lots; cars are not permitted on race roads and may be ticketed or towed. No dogs, bicycles, roller skates, in-line skates or unauthorized wheeled vehicles are allowed on course. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
