The Butterfly Run/Walk

9th Annual 5K Trail Run and One-Mile Move-As-You-Please for Thorncroft!

Save the Date: Thursday, September 3, 2026

Time: 6:00 p.m. Registration opens at 5:00 p.m. Day-of registration welcome!

On Thursday, September 3, 2026, at 6:00 p.m., Thorncroft Equestrian Center will host our 5K Trail Run and One-Mile Move-As-You-Please for the Farm at Thorncroft, located at 190 Line Road in Malvern, PA.

We invite you back to our beautiful 70-acre property to experience a community health and wellness celebration perfect for the beginner to experienced mover.

After-party includes live music, food trucks (food available for purchase by credit card), Beer Garden, (complimentary for participants 21+) and Pony Meet and Greets in our barn. We welcome you to experience the beauty of the Farm and everything it has to offer to our community. So lace up, stay active, and get ready for another fun neighborhood party!

A celebration of our community and the joy of movement, proceeds from this event will raise funds for the Farm and the care of our horses.

The 5K Trail Run for Thorncroft is a rain or shine event. Leashed dogs welcome!

Photography Policy

Attendance at Thorncroft Equestrian Center programs and events constitutes consent to be photographed for print and electronic media use. Please notify Thorncroft Equestrian Center if you would prefer that your photo not be used.

Come join us for one of our favorite fundraising events of the year!

The Timothy School is hosting our 8th annual 5K Family Fun Run & Walk on Sunday, October 4th, 2026 at Wilson Farm Park. The Timothy School is a non-profit organization dedicated to educating children with autism, ages 5-21. For almost 60 years, the approved private school has worked to meet student needs through utilizing a research-based instructional model and focusing on each student’s individual strengths and needs to increase their skills and build their independence.

This is a family friendly event for individuals of all ages and abilities. Participants can join by running a 5K, participating in the one mile fun run/walk, or joining us for the 'after party' post-race festivities! There will be a variety of fun stations after the race such as: raffles, refreshments, lawn games, moon bounce, sensory table, and a live music performance by our amazing music therapist, Jake!

Race Participants: In order to guarantee yourself a free t-shirt, please sign up by September 16th!!

Want to show your support in another way? Become a sponsor! Click on "More" at the top right of the website to see our sponsorship packages.

Questions? Contact: Beth LeStrange [email protected]; Alene Papish [email protected]

T&E Care is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to helping individuals and families facing urgent financial hardship. We provide assistance for housing, utilities, food access, and other essential support, providing immediate relief when it matters most.

We are proud to host our first annual 5K & Family Fun Run to bring our community together while raising the critical funds needed to continue our work. Every registration, sponsorship, and donation makes a direct impact. Your support helps keep lights on, food on the table, and families safely housed.

Location:

Wilson Farm Park, 500 Lee Road, Wayne PA 19087

Entry:

5K (all ages): $25 early bird, $30 after August 10, 2026, $35 same-day registration

Family Fun Run/Walk (10 and older): $10 early bird, $15 after August 10, 2026

Family Fun Run/Walk (under 10): Free

Race Shirts:

Race shirts are included for 5K registrations made on or before September 20, 2026. Additional shirts may be ordered until September 20, 2026.

Awards:

$100 cash prize to Top Male and Female overall. Commemorative awards to Top 3 Male and Female in the following age groups (age groups subject to change depending on pre-registration information):

Under 19

19-29

30-39

40-49

50-59

60-69

70-79

80 and older

Race Results:

Race will be professionally timed by the Bryn Mawr Racing Co. Results will be found at http://www.brynmawrracing.com

Become a Fundraiser:

Fundraise for T&E Care as an individual (or join a team), beat the challenges for bragging rights and to win your entry fee back!

Questions:

Contact: [email protected]