Run for Thorncroft

Malvern, United States • 3 Sep 2026

Event overview

The Run for Thorncroft & 1-Mile Move-As-You-Please takes place on Thursday, September 3, 2026 at Thorncroft Equestrian Center (the Farm at Thorncroft), 190 Line Road, Malvern, PA. This is the 9th annual staging of the event on the farm’s 70-acre property. The event is held rain or shine. Leashed dogs are welcome and day-of registration is available.

Race details and amenities

  • 5K Trail Run
  • 5K Walk Only
  • One-Mile Move-As-You-Please
  • After-Party Ticket Only (included with registration for 5K + 1-Mile)

Registration for the running and walking events opens June 10, 2026; listed prices are $35 for the main events and $25 for the after-party ticket. The after-party features live music, food trucks (food available for purchase by credit card), a Beer Garden complimentary for participants 21 and older, and Pony Meet and Greets in the barn. Proceeds from the event will raise funds for the Farm and the care of the horses. Attendance constitutes consent to be photographed for print and electronic media use; notify Thorncroft if photo use is not desired. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

5 km
5k Trail Run
5 km
5k Walk Only
One-Mile Move-as-You-Please
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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