We invite all loss families and supporters to join us for the Sixth Annual Empty Stroller Run & Walk, a powerful event that raises awareness of baby and child loss while providing essential support to grieving families.
2025 Event Options
Complete your Run or Walk at any of the following locations:
Reading, PA • In-Person
📍 Berks County Heritage Center
📅 Sunday, October 12, 2025
🕣 Registration opens at 8:30 AM
🔔 Shotgun 5K & 10K race starts at 9:30 AM
🕊️ Remembrance Walk starts at 11:00 AM
Lewistown, PA • Satellite Event
📍 Kish Park
📅 Saturday, October 18, 2025
🕘 Registration opens at 9:00 AM
🏃♀️ Run and Walk start at 10:00 AM
Scranton, PA • Satellite Event
📍 Valor Field at Memorial Stadium
📅 Sunday, October 19, 2025
🕘 Registration opens at 9:00 AM
🏃♀️ Run and Walk start at 10:00 AM
Anywhere, Anytime • Virtual Option
📅 October 12 to October 15, 2025
Registration Info
Registration is required for all participants. Children 14 & under are free (automatically waived at checkout)
All funds raised through registration, donations, and swag sales go directly to supporting families who have lost a baby at any stage of pregnancy, infancy, or early childhood.
👟 Create or Join a Team
Form a team in memory of a baby or join as an individual. Invite your community to walk or run with you or to support your fundraising efforts. Last year, together we raised over $130,000—let’s do it again!
🖤 Why the "Empty Stroller"?
Many participants run or walk with empty strollers to symbolize the heartbreaking absence of a child. It’s a powerful visual reminder of the babies we are honoring, but it’s not required to participate.