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East Brandywine Food Truck Festival 5K 2026

Kick off a summer day of racing, food trucks, live entertainment, and family fun at one of Chester County's most popular community festivals.

DateSaturday, July 11, 2026
Distance5K
LocationDowningtown, PA
Surfaceroad
Entry fee$30

About this race

The East Brandywine Food Truck Festival 5K is a community-focused summer race held at East Brandywine Township Community Park in Downingtown. The event serves as the kickoff to the township's annual Food Truck Festival and welcomes runners and walkers of all experience levels. Participants can enjoy a morning 5K followed by a full day of food trucks, live entertainment, family activities, and evening festivities. The race emphasizes a fun, family-friendly atmosphere while still offering timing and awards for competitive runners.

Course notes

This is a 5K run/walk beginning and ending at East Brandywine Township Community Park. The course utilizes paved roads and paths in and around the park area and is generally considered approachable for runners of all abilities. Unlike a highly competitive urban race, the focus is on community participation and festival atmosphere. The terrain is relatively gentle compared to many trail races or hillier suburban courses, making it suitable for both first-time racers and experienced runners looking for a relaxed summer event.

Getting there

Parking is available at East Brandywine Township Community Park, located at 440 Dilworth Road in Downingtown. Additional event parking is typically utilized for the larger Food Truck Festival crowd.

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