Brad Schoener MusicMan 5K Run

Brad Schoener MusicMan 5K Run & 1 Mile Spirit Walk

The event takes place on Saturday, May 16, 2026, in Drexel Hill, PA at Arlington Cemetery, 2900 State Road. It includes the following events:

• 5K
• 1 Mile Spirit Walk

Registration opens November 1, 2025. Early bird pricing applies until January 1, 2026. Listed entry fees are $25 for the 5K ($15 for ages 8-18) and $12 for the 1 Mile Spirit Walk. Same-day registration is available; event t-shirts are not guaranteed. Course maps are available for both the 5K and the 1 Mile.

Purpose, features and awards

Proceeds support the Brad Schoener Memorial Music Fund and the MusicMan Academy programs. Fund uses listed include lessons, instruments, scholarships, summer music camps, community music programs, and instrument maintenance. Donation examples provided in the event information include:

• $15 provides a child's lesson book and ensemble music
• $25 provides reeds, strings, or drumsticks
• $50 provides basic instrument maintenance
• $100 provides a partial MusicMan Academy scholarship
• $225 provides a full MusicMan Academy scholarship
• $500 awards a full lesson scholarship with a professional musician

The 5K route features live musical groups along the course. Finisher medals are working mini-harmonicas; age group awards are full-size harmonicas, and overall male/female winners receive 14K gold plated harmonicas. The event notes that pets are not allowed and lists partnerships with the Upper Darby School District, Arlington Cemetery, Upper Darby Township, and the Brad Schoener Memorial Music Fund. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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