Once Upon a Run

A Storybook Costumed Festival & 5K benefiting Newtown Public Library! Organized by the Friends of Newtown Public Library an all-volunteer, not-for-profit, 501(c)(3) organization We’re inviting local businesses and organizations to partner with us. Your support will help bring this imaginative event to life, creating a memorable experience for families and our community all while supporting the Library! Let’s create something magical - together! Friends gathered. Costumes encouraged. Library Supported. Win tickets to the PGA Championship in May 2026! In support of this event, we are having a raffle for 4 pairs of tickets to the upcoming PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club in Newtown Square, May 14-17. Tickets are on sale in person at the Library with cash or check only. Please send a message to onceuponarunPGAraffletickets@newtownlibrary.org for more information. Save $10 when you sign up for the 5k and the Festival Food & Beverage together! Save $5 when you sign up for the 5k or the 1-miler as part of a team! Schedule 3pm 5K($40), 1-mile walk ($25) and kids fun run (free) 4pm-7pm (see Entertainment below) Festival with entertainment (free); Food and beverage bracelet ($40 adults, $20 minors, free 5 and under) 5pm Costume parade (kids AND adults); Prizes awarded 6pm Raffle ticket winner drawings; 2026 PGA Championship tickets at Aronimink Golf Cub in Newtown Square