11th Mushroom Cap Half Marathon and Fungi 5 Miler
Saturday, November 7th in Kennett Square, PA - The Mushroom Capital of The World
Presented by Chatham Financial 
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Mushroom Cap Half Marathon
Price changes in 1 month 2 days-
Time Limit: 3.5 Hours from participants start time
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Register for Mushroom Cap Half Marathon$147.50Now registering Oct 1 – Nov 3
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$163.54Nov 4 – Nov 7
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Fungi 5 Miler
Price changes in 1 month 2 days-
Time Limit: 3.5 Hours from participants start time
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Register for Fungi 5 Miler$83.30Now registering Oct 1 – Nov 3
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$88.65Nov 4 – Nov 7
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Event Information
Place
The Square @ 600 South Broad Street
Description
The Mushroom Cap Half Marathon and FunGi Five Miler, proudly presented by Chatham Financial — where small-town charm meets the thrill of racing for homegrown mushrooms!
Take on a course brimming with character and challenge! Hills are part of what makes this course unforgettable—own the climbs, embrace the challenge, and enjoy the reward of the downhill! As you journey through the picturesque borough of Kennett Square, you’ll wind through quiet neighborhoods, scenic country roads, and pass historic landmarks like turn-of-the-century barns, Revolutionary War sites, and iconic mushroom farms. Along the way, stay energized at our lively, community-powered hydration stations, buzzing with local spirit and endless enthusiasm to cheer you on!
Half Marathon
Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026
Time: 8:00AM
Start Line: Birch and Church Alley
Time Limit: 3.5 Hours from participants start time
FunGi 5 Miler
Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026
Time: 8:00AM
Start Line: Birch and Church Alley
Time Limit: 3.5 Hours from participants start time
From quaint neighborhood streets to community-centered hydration stations, every step of the course celebrates the heart and soul of Kennett Square. Conquer a few shiitake kicker hills, then enjoy a breezy downhill finish that leads you straight into the vibrant 11th Year Celebration Festival, where the community comes alive! This is no ordinary 5 Miler—it's a journey through historic homes, iconic landmarks, and charming streets lined with towering 100+ year-old live oak trees. Along the way, you’ll soak in the sights of mushroom farms and the unique character of the Mushroom Capital of the World. Get ready for an unforgettable run and an epic celebration of fitness, fun, and fungi!
Amenities
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Packet Pickup Details
**Please try to pick up your race packet early as there will be limited time on race morning!**
1. Wednesday, November 4th: 4pm-6pm at Delaware Running Company 4021 Kennett Pike, Wilmington, DE 19807 |  |
2. Friday, November 6th: 5pm-8pm at Victory Brewing Company 650 W Cypress St, Kennett Square, PA 19348Stop by to get your race packet, grab some food, and enjoy a beer! |  |
* Saturday November 8th (pre-race) from 6:00-7:30am sharp NO EXCEPTIONS! Check in closes at 7:30am SHARP!
Race Parking
For race day, participants and spectators can park in the following lots:
- Kennett High School located off of South Street & Union Street (PA 82)
- The YMCA Outdoor Swimming Pool Lot located on South Walnut Street
- The Municipal Parking Lot located on East Linden & North Union Street
- CARS ARE NOT PERMITTED TO PARK ON RACE ROADS AND WILL BE TICKED & TOWED AT THE OWNER'S EXPENSE
Please note that Kennett High School and The YMCA Lots fill up quickly! The Municipal Lot is approximately 1/2 of a mile from the race start.
Hydration Stations
Together with the help of our amazing community partners, our hydration stations are here to bring runners smiles, cheers, high fives, support, and nourishment. This year, the half marathon will feature multiple water stations along the route, with two located on the 5 Miler course. Each station will provide water and electrolytes to keep you going strong.
Port-A-Pots
There will be port-a-pots at the start/finish of the race and along the half marathon and 5 mile course. Detailed information will be sent to runners prior to race day.
Location: The Square @ 600 South Broad Street - Info coming soon!
Course Rules
To ensure the safety and well being of others during the race, please adhere to the following: No dogs, bicycles, roller skates, in-line skates or unauthorized wheeled vehicles will be permitted on the Half Marathon or 5 Mile course.
If you like to listen to music while you run, for your safety and others’, please be aware of your surroundings.
Minimum age requirements: Half marathon – 14, 5 Miler – 10
No dogs allowed due to insurance liability. Bibs are non-transferable.
*No refunds on registrations*
Please reach out to sophia@races2run for more information or if you wish to transfer your bib. Bib transfers after October 1 require a $10 transfer fee. NO BANDITS ALLOWED. If you race in someone's place you will be automatically disqualified.
Chip Timing
R2R Timing will chip time using the MYLAPS BibTag Timing System
Please ensure the following in order to receive an accurate time:
• Race bib is clearly visible on the front of the torso
• Race bib is unaltered and unmodified (do not fold or wrinkle)
• Race bib is pinned on all four corners
• Race bib is not covered (jackets, runner belts, water bottles, etc.)
Awards
Awards will be presented to the participants of the Half Marathon & The FunGI 5 Miler in the following categories:
-Top overall female & male finisher
-Top overall master’s female (40+) finisher
-Top overall master’s male (40+) finisher
- Largest Team
- Best dressed / most spirited
Please Note: Overall Winners will be excluded from the Age Group category.
Half Marathon Age Group Awards:
-18 & Under
-19-29
-30-39
-40-49
-50-59
-60-69
-70-79
-80+
FunGI Half Marathon Age Group Awards:
-10-13
-14-18
-19-29
-30-39
-40-49
-50-59
-60-69
-70-79
-80+
Sponsor Info
Interesting in becoming a sponsor? Please reach out to Sophia@races2run.com for more info!
Run to Help Campaign Sponsor – $5,000 (10 free race registrations, big logo on shirts and website, vendor table on race day, social media shoutouts)
Runner Food Sponsor – $3,500
(8 free race registrations, big logo on shirts and website, vendor table on race day, social media shoutouts)
Post-Race Celebration Sponsor – $2,500
(6 free race registrations, medium logo on shirts and website, vendor table on race day, social media shoutouts) 
Community Sponsor – $1,500
(5 free race registrations, logo on shirts and website, vendor table on race day, social media shoutouts) 
FunGi Sponsor – $750
(2 free race registrations, logo on shirts and website, vendor table on race day, social media shoutouts)
Shroomie Sponsor – $500
(1 free race registration, logo on shirts and website, vendor table on race day, social media shoutouts)
Kennett Squared Sponsor – $250
(Pop up at the post-race festival and social media shoutouts)
Presenting Sponsor
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Contact information
- Event contact
- Sophia Gonser
