The 6th Annual Grow & Walk-A-Thon is back!  As the culminating event of Grow & Walk Philly- a multi-week wellness challenge to improve individual and community health - this community wellness event invites neighbors and area residents to have fun will being fit.

Yet, this 5K is even more than the final challenge of our Grow & Walk —it's also a celebration of 10 years of Black Girls With Green Thumbs. As we mark this milestone, we're planting seeds for the next decade of healthier communities, stronger neighborhoods, and joyful movement.

The Walk-A-Thon is an accessible 5K that get your heart rate up, increase appreciation for the West Oak Lane neighborhood and its green spaces, & connect you to other green thumbs, seedfolks, and health enthusiasts. This accessible, all-ages 5K is open to both program participants and the public. Designed for beginners, leisure walkers, families, and seniors, the Walk-A-Thon is less about competition and more about moving together, enjoying local green spaces, and celebrating wellness in community.

During the walk neighborhood highlights will include green assets throughout the neighborhood including a library, school, front yard gardens, rec center and a park. 

The Grow And Walk- A-Thon begins at the West Oak Lane Library and will be a simple walk starting on one of the main thoroughfares in Northwest Philadelphia - Washintong Lane. The walk will end at Awbury Park where there will be a group celebration and complimentary lunch. 

This low profile walk/run is ideal for beginners, leisure walkers, and families. You won't want to miss it, there will even be a personal trainer on-site to help coach everyone through! 

Grow & Walk - A-Thon is FREE to West Oak Lane residents and sliding scale for all others participants.