Faith-Based 5K Race Takes Over Boathouse Row in Philadelphia

The Whealthy Meet Up 5K focuses on wholeness, healing, and community connection.

Apr. 16, 2026 at 11:36am

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A bold, colorful silkscreen-style illustration featuring a repeating pattern of a running shoe in vibrant neon shades, conceptually representing the community-focused fitness event.The Whealthy Meet Up 5K blends faith, fitness, and community service, offering a unique take on the traditional road race.Philadelphia Today

This weekend, a faith-based 5K race called the Whealthy Meet Up 5K is taking over Boathouse Row in Philadelphia. The event, created by three women, is centered on wholeness, healing, and community connection, with participants able to choose between a 5K or 1-mile option. Organizers say the goal is to help people 'come and show up and focus on presence and purpose' during a time when many are searching for hope, and the race also gives back by supporting the unhoused community in Philadelphia.

Why it matters

The Whealthy Meet Up 5K represents a unique approach to community-focused fitness events, blending physical activity with faith, healing, and giving back. In a time when many are seeking more meaning and purpose, this race provides an opportunity for people to come together around shared values of wellness and service.

The details

The Whealthy Meet Up 5K was created by three women who were inspired after running monthly 5Ks and wanted to turn their passion into something bigger. Along with the traditional 5K, participants can also choose a 1-mile option, and organizers emphasize that everyone is welcome whether they run or walk. Proceeds from the race will support the unhoused community in Philadelphia, adding a deeper layer of impact.

  • The Whealthy Meet Up 5K kicks off on Saturday, April 16, 2026 at 8 a.m. at Boathouse Row in Philadelphia.

The players

Mariah Dubose

Co-founder of the Whealthy Meet Up 5K.

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What they’re saying

“We build this race to help people come and show up and focus on presence and purpose.”

— Mariah Dubose, Co-founder

What’s next

Organizers expect the number of registered participants to continue growing ahead of the race on Saturday.

The takeaway

The Whealthy Meet Up 5K represents a unique approach to community-focused fitness events, blending physical activity with faith, healing, and giving back. This race provides an opportunity for people to come together around shared values of wellness and service during a time when many are seeking more meaning and purpose.