Run For The Stripes - Presented by ...
About this race
Please join us on November 7, 2026 for the 15th annual Run For The Stripes event, presented by ... You can choose to participate in the 5k run or the 1 mile family fun walk.
We will have both an in person event at the Philadelphia Zoo and a virtual event.
Continued from prior years - You Asked, We Listened!! We are happy to offer Run for the Stripes merchandise for purchase again this year. We had a great response the last several years and we are continuing sales this year as well. You can choose to purchase merchandise at the time of registration, or feel free to come back to our site at any time and visit the 'Store' (click on the tab on the left side of the registration page). Merchandise is also available for purchase on the day of the event. All merchandise ordered by October 1 is guaranteed to be received before November 8th.
We are happy to once again offer RFTS hoodies and t-shirts in youth sizes for order this year. We are offering the ability to order youth sizes ONLINE ONLY in our hoodie and long sleeve t-shirts. We will be purchasing only the amount ordered. All orders must be in by October 1st to be guaranteed to be received before November 7th.
What is a virtual race? You pick the location, distance, and time and it's that easy! Once you register for the virtual event, we will mail you the event t-shirt a week before November 7, 2026. You can choose to run or walk, in an area where you are comfortable and safe.
Please note: You must register by October 1 to be guaranteed to receive your t-shirt for the virtual event by November 7th. Each registrant will receive a race t-shirt, if you register after October 1st, your t-shirt may arrive after the event.
Our goal is to raise awareness and funds for research for neuroendocrine (NET) cancers, a rare and hard to diagnose cancer. Proceeds from the race go to NET research to find better treatment options and hopefully a cure for this rare cancer.
The Run For The Stripes - Presented by ... brings an exciting 5K, 1.6K to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on November 11, 2017. Don't miss this beautiful event!
Pick your distance
Running
5K - (special price of $20 for those 13 and younger)
Run For The Stripes 5k run/1 mile walk at the Philadelphia Zoo on November 11, 2017. 5K starts at 8:15am and the 1 mile walk starts at 8:30am. Entry fee includes admission to the Philadelphia Zoo for the day. Parking at the zoo $16. Race day registration (11/11) at the Philadelphia Zoo 7:00 - 8:15am, $40. Packet pick up Nov. 10, Friday at Philadelphia Runner, 3621 Walnut Street 3:00 - 6:00pm and at the Philadelphia Zoo the morning of the race. Race held rain or shine. Sorry no refunds. Interested in volunteer opportunities or have questions, contact the Race Director, Jan, at runforthestripes@gmail.com or visit www.racefornet.com.
Walking
1 mile walk
Weather Overview
These values reflect historical conditions on the race dates in Philadelphia in 2017, from Open-Meteo archive data.
About Philadelphia
Run For The Stripes - Presented by ... takes place in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States. The local timezone is America/New_York.
Reviews
Done this event?
If you've participated in this event, share your experience with other runners
Race information has been sourced from the event's official website and other publicly available resources. For the most up-to-date details, please refer to the official website directly. If you notice any incorrect or missing information, don't hesitate to reach out to us by email.