Run for Women

Join us for 3.1 miles on Sunday., August 30, 2026 – 8 a.m. 5K Run/Walk for Women @ Penn State Behrend Whether you’re a seasoned athlete, a novice runner or a couch potato up for a challenge, the Women’s Engagement Council’s 5K Run/Walk for Women is a safe place to stretch your legs, find your wings and accomplish your personal fitness goals with the support and encouragement of women just like you. The Run for Women, a Penn State Behrend Women’s Engagement Council event, gives women the rare opportunity to be the front runners and cross the finish line first. Regardless of your age or ability, we hope you’ll gather your friends, family, and colleagues to revel in the immense empowerment of a women’s 5K! Note that participation in this event is open to all regardless of sex or gender. Sweet Reward Need more incentive to toe the line at the Run for Women 5K at Penn State Behrend? How about Penn State’s world-famous Berkey Creamery Ice Cream at the post-race party. This sweet treat – courtesy of Penn State Behrend Athletics Program — will be the perfect way to cool down and refuel while you kick back and chill with all your new running friends. Details, details Location: Penn State Behrend’s Advanced Manufacturing and Innovation Center (AMIC), 5350 Technology Drive (top of Jordan Road). Parking: Burke Parking Deck (Technology Drive), AMIC lot, Junker Center. Please be sure your email address is correct to get parking maps, course maps, last minute race instructions, and a code for packet pickup! Run or walk There will be no official walk division or walk awards, entrants may run, walk or do a little of both. Please note that those under 18 must be accompanied by an adult, however the adult is not required to participate. Registration/T-Shirts The entry fee for the 5K is $25. This price includes a women’s-fit race t-shirt (shirts run true to size, but if you like a little more room, order a size up). Students in grades K-college are $15 with a shirt. There is a $5 d