2 events in Pennsauken Township, New Jersey

YOU THIRSTY 5K

The You Thirsty 5K is a community-driven run created to bring awareness to something simple that many people overlook — drinking water and staying hydrated.

Hosted by SUPLMNT, this event blends fitness, culture, music, and wellness into an early-morning outdoor experience designed for runners, families, and the community to come together with one purpose: move your body and hydrate.

Along the course, runners will pass hydration stations, educational signage, music, and energy that turns a normal 5K into something bigger than a race. This is not just about about pace. It’s about participation, awareness, and showing up for your health. LETS SPREAD AWARENESS!!

Every registration is part of our Buy One, Give One initiative. When you sign up, you’ll receive a custom limited-edition "YOU THIRSTY 5K" SUPLMNT bottle, and a SUPLMNT bottle will also be donated to a youth through our community partners — helping support the next generation on their hydration journey.

Expect a DJ, wellness vendors, SUPLMNT check-in tents, event merch, and a mapped trail through the park designed to create an experience you’ll remember.

The You Thirsty 5K isn’t just a run.

It’s a movement reminding the community that health starts with the basics.

You thirsty? Come run.

TOP 10 PEOPLE TO FINISH WIN PRIZES

1st runner to finish wins 2 tickets to either a SIXERS game or KNICKS game

We are beyond excited to celebrate the 6th Annual Philadelphia HBCU 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, June 27, 2026! This milestone event is a true testament to the incredible support and dedication from our community, and it’s thanks to all of you that this has become the largest run/walk of its kind in the country.

For the past six years, we’ve come together in Philadelphia, New Jersey, and Delaware, alongside our HBCU Alumni Alliance affiliates in Atlanta and Washington, D.C., to raise crucial funds for our students while promoting healthy living. With your help, we’ve successfully raised over $100K in scholarships, directly benefiting students across our region.

This year, we return to Cooper River Park in Pennsauken, NJ, with the excitement of both in-person and virtual participation to ensure everyone—no matter where they are—can continue to support this incredible cause. Together, we are building on the legacies of our beloved HBCUs, and every step taken will help continue this powerful tradition.

We extend our deepest gratitude to our corporate and individual supporters for your unwavering commitment. Your involvement brings our event motto to life: “Run for YOU, Run for THEM, Run for OUR LEGACY.” Without your support, this event would not be possible.

Let’s continue this journey together, honoring the past, empowering the future, and running for the next generation of HBCU students! Thank you for being part of this legacy!

Service is our Legacy & Future,

Khia K. Naylor

President

YOU MUST REGISTER BY 6/7/26 FOR SHIRT GUARANTEE.

RACE DETAILS

• ONLINE REGISTRATION FOR IN-PERSON PARTICIPANTS ENDS SATURDAY, JUNE 27, 2026.

• ALL SHIRTS MUST BE PICKED UP IN PERSON.

• NO SHIRT GUARANTEE AFTER 6/7/2026.

• VIRTUAL REGISTRATION ENDS SATURDAY, JUNE 27, 2026

• ALL REGISTRATIONS ARE FINAL. NO REFUNDS!!!!!!

How do I participate in the VIRTUAL race this year?

We have a VIRTUAL Race Week too!

$45

FLAT RATE VIRTUAL REGISTRATION

*Includes shipping of event shirt & swag

• Select the virtual option during registration.

• Run or walk a 5k on the treadmill, around your neighborhood, your favorite walking trail or park, even your own backyard.

• VIRTUAL RACE WEEK is June 22nd - June 27th

• All race packets for virtual participants will be mailed (shipping fees have already been included in your registration fee)

• As with every year, the proceeds from this fundraiser will provide much needed support to our students by way of our local HBCU Alumni Member Schools and other participating organizations.

Once you have completed the race, you will be required to confirm your results by signing into the Race Roster account via email or entering your last name and confirmation number. Once your registration is confirmed, you will be prompted to enter your results. You may be able to upload your results as soon as you have completed the race (Strava, Runkeeper, iWatch, Treadmill, or any tracking app you use). Click here for result upload instructions.

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES ARE AVAILABLE

Click here to view our support packages

Why partner with the PHBCUAA?

Becoming a community partner for the HBCU 5K provides an opportunity for both seasoned runners and newcomers to promote healthy living while helping students in need of financial support to attend Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). This health-focused event is powered by over 17 HBCU member schools from across the nation, with an alumni network of more than 10,000 graduates in the Philadelphia Metropolitan area.

With your generous partnership, we can combine our resources and expertise to create impactful programs and services that strengthen our communities and provide essential support to underserved populations.

• Health & Wellness

• Hunger Relief

• Higher Education Advocacy