2027 Run Wild for the Zoo 5K

Race Information

The Paterno Family Beaver Stadium Run for Special Olympics Pennsylvania (SOPA), presented by the Sheetz family, is typically held at Penn State during Blue-White Weekend, where more than 3,500 runners and walkers of all ages and abilities participate in a 5K run or 2-mile family fun walk. The Run normally begins in the vicinity of the Bryce Jordan Center on Curtin Road and moves through Penn State’s scenic campus, and concludes with runners racing through the Beaver Stadium Tunnel and onto the Nittany Lions’ home turf to “finish at the fifty!” Proceeds from the Run benefit Special Olympics Pennsylvania and the 16,000 children and adults with intellectual disabilities.

👍 Run Pick of the Month: Rocky Run

📍Philadelphia - Saturday November 14, 2026

😄 Why We Like This Run
✅ Iconic finish at the Philadelphia Museum of Art
✅ Electric atmosphere fueled by cheering crowds, pounding music, and pure adrenaline.
✅ The bling that would make any heavyweight proud

Think you’ve got the heart of a champion? It’s time to step out of the gym and onto the streets of Philadelphia. Whether you’re channeling your inner underdog or you’re a seasoned pro looking for a new personal best, the Rocky Run is the ultimate test of grit and determination.

Experience the city like never before as you follow in the footsteps of a legend. This isn't just a race; it’s a celebration of resilience, community, and the "never give up" spirit that defines the City of Brotherly Love.

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