2025 WURD Radio Founder's Day Gala

Schedule

Fri Oct 03 2025 at 05:30 pm to 10:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Fairmount Park Horticulture Center | Philadelphia, PA

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About this Event

WURD is proud to celebrate our Founder's Day Gala in honor of our founder, Walter P. Lomax Jr., M.D. Join us on October 3 at the Fairmount Park Horticulture Center (100 Horticultural Dr., Philadelphia) from 6 to 10 p.m. for a night of festivities. *Doors open at 5:30 p.m.Tickets are on sale today for $150, but if you get your tickets ahead of September 1, you can take advantage of our early bird special discount price of $125. You do not want to miss out on this amazing evening and we can't wait to see you there. Get your tickets now before they're gone!

At this year’s Founder’s Day Gala, WURD Radio will unveil “Freedom Journeys: Celebrating the Lives of 250 Phenomenal Philadelphians.”  In recognition of the Semiquincentennial – the 250th birthday of the nation – WURD will spotlight 250 iconic Philadelphians in the 250 days leading up to July 4, 2026, the 250th birthday of the nation.  In honor of WURD founder, Walter P. Lomax Jr., M.D., we will launch our “Phenomenal Philadelphians” series at Founder’s Day with a special presentation of his story, acknowledging his stellar medical career, successful entrepreneurial journey, real estate prowess, philanthropy and commitment to community empowerment. Highlights for the Gala include:


  • WURD’s Cocktail reception
  • Live Music
  • Community Impact Awards - Celebrating 5 iconic Philadelphians
  • Tribute to Walter P. Lomax Jr., M.D.
  • DJ Dance Party

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Fairmount Park Horticulture Center, 100 North Horticultural Drive, Philadelphia, United States

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