Family Events

The THON 5K powered by PNC is one of the largest 5Ks in Central PA! This event gives Four Diamonds children and their families the opportunity to run or walk in the 5K or the kids’ race as well as participate in various activities and games throughout the day.

Throughout the year, Penn  State Athletics hosts a variety  of THON Games — including  Football, Men’s Basketball,  Men’s and Women’s Hockey,  Men’s and Women’s Soccer,  Women’s Volleyball, and  more! These events often  feature special opportunities  for Four Diamonds children  and their families, such as  pre-game high-five tunnels and  halftime on-court experiences.

The THON Family Relations captains host four events throughout the year for Four Diamonds Teens or their teen siblings for teens only! These events include a trip to Hersheypark, bowling and more!

This event brings the 100  Days ‘Til THON celebration to Four Diamonds children at  Penn State Health Golisano Children’s Hospital. Children and families can join volunteers for 100 Days crafts, a special edition of Bingo, and watch a livestream of the celebration happening at Penn State.

Four Diamonds children and their families get a sneak peek of THON Weekend’s fun and excitement at Family Carnival! Kids can jump into games, create colorful crafts at volunteer-run booths, and join everyone at the end for the big moment — the always-exciting annual THON logo reveal!

Four Diamonds children and families join Family Relations captains in Hershey for an afternoon of food, games, and a fun introduction to what they can expect during THON Weekend. It’s a relaxed, welcoming chance for families to connect with THON volunteers — and with each other — as they begin their THON journey!

The THON community honors the memories and light of our bereaved Four Diamonds families at this vigil, with a candle for each angel to celebrate their lives and legacies.

The THON Weekend Bereaved Family Event offers a peaceful space for bereaved Four Diamonds families to step away from the energy of THON Weekend. Families can connect with one another and with their THON contacts from past and present years. A meaningful craft activity — such as bracelet-making or memory-box decorating — helps honor and remember the children held close in our hearts.

The THON Explorers Program takes Four Diamonds children and their families on exciting adventures outside the Bryce Jordan Center during THON Weekend. Each outing offers a unique experience — like hanging out with Penn State Football or visiting a recording studio.

Four Diamonds children and their siblings are invited to share their talents on stage for the entire Bryce Jordan Center to see during THON Weekend. Whether it is flipping bottles onto tables or singing their hearts out, every child has the chance to show off their individual talents during the Kids’ Talent Show.

Kids’ Fashion Show is an opportunity during THON Weekend for Four Diamonds children and their siblings to get dressed up and go on stage to entertain the crowd, pump up the dancers and be celebrated as the stars that they are!

Harvest Day gives Four Diamonds children and their families a chance to bond with THON volunteers and one another during a fun-filled day at a farm in Mechanicsburg. Kids can enjoy face painting, games, hayrides, and even a run through the corn maze.