Once Upon a Run
Sun, Apr 19, 2026, 3:00 PM EDT
- Location
- Newtown Square, PA
- 4 Campus Boulevard, 19073
- Type
- RUN
Sign up and verify details on the organizer’s official page.
At a glance
Run, walk, and celebrate in costume at this storybook-themed festival and 5K, all while supporting the Newtown Public Library.
- Fun
- Quirky
- Festive
- For a Cause
Fun
Quirky
Festive
For a CauseWho it's for
- Kids & Youth
Kids & YouthGreat for: families, cause-driven runners
Step into a storybook at Once Upon a Run, a delightful 5K and festival benefiting the Newtown Public Library. This event, organized by the Friends of Newtown Public Library, invites runners and walkers of all ages to embrace their favorite characters. Enjoy a festive atmosphere with entertainment, a special kids fun run, and a vibrant costume parade for both children and adults. Your participation directly supports the library's mission, making it a truly meaningful day out for the community.
What to expect
- Join a 5K run, a 1-mile walk, or a free kids fun run.
- Enjoy a lively festival with entertainment and a costume parade.
- Support the Newtown Public Library through your participation.
Standout details
- Storybook Costumed Festival
- Benefits Newtown Public Library
- Costume parade for all ages
- Raffle for PGA Championship tickets
Perks & features
- Food & Drink
Food & DrinkFrom the public listing — confirm on the official site.
Auto-drafted from the public listing — confirm details on the official event page before signing up.
Distances & registration
3 optionsRegistration for all distances is through the official signup link above.
- 1 Miles
Sun, Apr 19, 3:05 PM EDT · From $23.09
Opens Oct 1, 2025, 4:00 PM EDT · Closes Feb 28, 2026, 6:59 PM EST
- 5K
Sun, Apr 19, 3:00 PM EDT · From $38.65
Opens Oct 1, 2025, 3:54 PM EDT · Closes Feb 28, 2026, 6:59 PM EST
Festival (Food & Beverage)
Sun, Apr 19, 4:00 PM EDT · From $38.65
Opens Oct 1, 2025, 3:54 PM EDT · Closes Feb 28, 2026, 6:59 PM EST
Vibe Check
Easygoing
EasygoingBased on terrain, weather, and distance data.
The course
- Hilly
- Family-oriented
From the organizer
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. Friends gathered. Costumes encouraged. Library Supported.
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!
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.
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
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