Great Human Race 5K
Sun, Sep 13, 2026, 10:00 AM EDT
- Location
- Newark, DE
- 2600 Capitol Trail, Western YMCA, 19711
- Type
- RUN
Sign up and verify details on the organizer’s official page.
At a glance
A community-focused 5K paired with a vibrant International Food Festival, all benefiting the Western Family YMCA.
- Fun
- Festive
- For a Cause
Fun
Festive
For a CauseGreat for: cause-driven runners
Join the Great Human Race 5K, a community celebration supporting the Western Family YMCA's Annual Campaign. This event brings people together to strengthen local citizens through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Following the race, enjoy an International Food Festival featuring global performances, diverse foods, and family-friendly entertainment including a moon bounce. Your participation helps ensure everyone can experience the Y's offerings, regardless of background or income.
What to expect
- Run a 5K to support the Western Family YMCA's vital community programs.
- Enjoy an International Food Festival with diverse foods and global performances.
- Family-friendly entertainment, including a moon bounce, is available for all ages.
Standout details
- International Food Festival
- Global performances
- Moon bounce
- Benefits YMCA Annual Campaign
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Distances & registration
2 optionsRegistration for all distances is through the official signup link above.
- 5K
Sun, Sep 13, 10:00 AM EDT · From $25.00
Opens Jan 8, 2026, 1:51 AM EST · Closes Feb 27, 2026, 6:59 PM EST
International Food Festival (Non 5K Participant)
Sun, Sep 13, 10:00 AM EDT · From $10.00
Opens Mar 3, 2026, 11:34 AM EST · Closes Sep 13, 2026, 7:00 AM EDT
Vibe Check
Easygoing
EasygoingDistance only — terrain and weather data unavailable.
The course
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From the organizer
Join us for the Western Family YMCA 's Fourth Annual Great Human Race 5K at 10am, followed by our International Food Festival at 11am, in partnership with the West Wilmington Seventh Day Adventist Church. This event is a celebration of what unites us as a community. Plus, enjoy a variety of foods from around the world, and entertainment for the entire family including special global performances, moon bounce, and more!
5k Participants may enter the International Food Festival for free . If you are planning to only attend the International Food Festival, we are accepting cash only at the event. No early registration required. Adults: $10, Children under 18: $5.
All proceeds from the Great Human Race 5k will be donated to the Annual Campaign for the Western Family YMCA. The YMCA of Delaware is committed to strengthening local citizens through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. As one of the largest non-profit organizations in the state, we are dedicated to serving everyone – regardless of age, income or background. With support from our community, we work every day to help ensure that people from all walks of life can enjoy the Y, especially those who would not be able to experience what we offer without financial support. With your participation, we have the power to transform lives!
To donate directly our Annual Campaign, click here!
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