The Best Races - Central Waterfront
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Run for Mental Health 5K/10K/13.1 PHILADELPHIA
This running event takes place on Saturday, May 23, 2026, at Wiggins Waterfront Park in Camden, New Jersey. The event is described as a smaller, private group run with capped waves. Participants of all paces and ages are welcome, with those under 18 requiring a guardian.
Distances offered:
- 5K
- 10K
- Half-Marathon (13.1 miles)
- Family 1 Mile Fun Run
- Virtual Run option
The run is a "stress-free" event without equipment setup. It features multiple wave start times. Timing is optional, with participants able to self-report times via an app or with coordinator assistance; there are no timing chips.
Registration includes a swag bag with a running t-shirt shipped to a US address, a finisher's towel or giveaway, a finisher's medal, a digital training pack, online results, a certificate of completion, and an invitation to a local running club. Technical running shirts are available for an upgrade. Race bibs are provided on-site, and packet pickup is not required.
The event is connected to a charity initiative where, optionally, each mile logged after the race can generate a $1 donation to partnered charities. Sponsors for the event include Gatorade, Shop TheBestRaces, TheBestRaces Run Walk Club, KeepGoingRun, and sweet nothings. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
