Once upon a Run
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Event overview
Once Upon a Run is a storybook costumed festival and 5K held on Sunday, April 19, 2026, in Newtown Square, PA. The event benefits the Newtown Public Library and is organized by the Friends of Newtown Public Library, an all-volunteer, not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization. The event is sponsored by Boiron and lists several additional sponsors.
Events and fees
- 5K Run
- 1 Mile Walk
- Kids Run
- Festival (Food & Beverage)
- Festival (Entertainment)
The paid events list standard and youth pricing: the 5K and Food & Beverage festival show a fee of $35 and a youth rate of $20 for ages 5-20. The 1 Mile Walk shows a fee of $20 with the same youth rate. The Kids Run and Entertainment festival are listed as free. Prices increase after February 28, 2026 for the paid events. Registration for some free events ends on April 19, 2026 at 11:59pm EDT.
Location and additional notes
The event location is 4 Campus Boulevard, Newtown Square, PA 19073. A raffle is being held for four pairs of PGA Championship tickets; raffle tickets are sold in person at the library with cash or check only. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
