10th Annual FACTS 5K Walk/Run
Save the Date: Saturday, Oct 11, 2025 – 8:30 AM – FDR Park
Walk-up registration will be available starting at 7:30am at the 5K
Important Dates:
9/19 – The last day to register and be guaranteed a shirt
9/20 – 10/6 at 9:00am- Online registration is open until, however you will not be guaranteed a shirt
10/6-10/10 – Registration is closed
10/11 – Walk-up registration will be available at the 5K
If you would like to make a donation to support the 2025 FACTS 5K, click here to visit our FACTS Donation page. Check the “I would like to dedicate this donation” box and write “5K” or the name of the team you are supporting in the “Tribute Name” field. Below is a list of our previous teams:
FACTS believes in promoting the cultural, physical and social health of our students and our surrounding community.
FACTS 5K is our biggest annual fundraising event. Funds raised by the 5K support special activities, programs, and equipment that make FACTS unique. For example:
- Purchase new Lion heads that will help mark important celebrations such as Lunar New Year and Promotion Day.
- Purchase additional chrome books and new scientific calculators so every student has access to the technology they need
- Bring African American storytellers to share their stories and cultural traditions with our students
- Expand our library of books that celebrate, affirm, and teach histories and experiences of people of color, immigrants/refugees, LGBTQ+ people, people with disabilities and other groups that are too often underrepresented
- Give our music room a makeover with new guitars, recorders, glockenspiels, and risers
Medals will be awarded to the top 5 kid finishers and top 5 adult finishers.
Prizes will be awarded in the following categories:
- Team with largest # of participants (based on team webpage)
- Best costume – We’re looking for great hats and socks at FDR park. Get creative!
- Youngest participant – Who will be our youngest participant on race day at FDR park?
- School spirit – Get creative and show your pride for FACTS at FDR park!
Not a runner? Join us as a walker. Participants will have the option of completing only 1 loop (about 1.5 miles).
Frequently Asked Questions
What time should I arrive at FDR park?
The 5K run/walk will start promptly at 8:30am. 50 – yard dash fun will begin at 8:20 am. Please try to arrive at the park by 8:10 am. FDR park is accessible by mass transit. Take the Broad Street Subway Line to AT&T Station or the route 17 bus to 20th and Pattison Avenue. Parking is available when you enter at 20th & Pattison. Be prepared to show your parking pass.
What do I do with my race bib?
A race bib with a unique number will be created for each participant. The race bib should be attached to the front of your shirt using the pins provided. Please do not lose or forget your bib. A new one will not be issued.
Where do I line up?
An announcement will be made before the race starts telling you to line up. Runners who plan to run the entire 5K should be lined up near the front. If you are walking, please line up at the back. Strollers are welcome but should be lined up behind all runners and walkers. When the starting horn sounds you should take off. If you need to stop at any point during the race (to rest or tie your shoe) please move to the right-hand side of the course.
Can we push a stroller/ride bikes?
Strollers are welcome. No bikes or scooters. There will be staff riding bikes providing race day security and updates.
Can we bring dogs?
No. For the safety of all participants, dogs are not permitted.
How many times should I go around the course?
The complete 5K is two loops around the course.
Will there be water or snacks?
Water will be available during and after the race. Fresh fruit and snacks will be available after the race near the finish line.
What happens after the 5K run/walk?
After the runners and walkers have finished, at approximately 9:40 am, medals will be awarded to the fastest finishers in each age group. Prizes will be also be awarded.
Students must be accompanied by an adult. FACTS staff will not be responsible for childcare.