The Weekend is HERE: Three Days of Community, Competition, and Trans Joy
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The wait is over — Kicking Out Transphobia Weekend is finally here!From November 21–23, we’re bringing together athletes, organizers, supporters, and community members for three days of movement, joy, and solidarity across Philadelphia.
Whether you’re playing, cheering, running, volunteering, or joining us for community events, this weekend is about uplifting trans and nonbinary people through the power of sports and collective action.
🏃♀️ FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21 — Shakeout Run Kickoff
Start the weekend with movement and community energy! Join KOT × Lez Run × Queer Run for a welcoming 2–3 mile shakeout run.
📍 12th. & Arch 6:30pm - Everyone is welcome💬 A celebratory start to Marathon Weekend.
Social and Tournament Draw
📍 254 Philadelphia 7:00pm to 9:00pm - Everyone is welcome💬 Join our social event and heard from allies and trans athletes about their experience playing sports.
🔵 SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 22 — Kickball Tournament + NWSL Watch Party
⚾ Kickball Tournament
📍 Palumbo Rec Center, 725 S 10th St.Come ready to compete, cheer, and show up for community.Rules + schedule available via the linked materials.
After the games, join us at Marsha’s to relax, celebrate, and connect.
⚽ NWSL Championship Watch Party — Yards Brewing
📍 7:00 PMWe’ll be streaming the NWSL Final live, hosting our Raffle Auction, and running the 50/50 NWSL Raffle.
🎟 $5 cover at the door — FREE for all KOT participants!📣 No RSVP needed — just show up say that you with us and join the fun.
⚽ SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 23 — Soccer Tournament
📍 Starfinder FoundationDivisions include:
6v6 All Gender
6v6 FLINTA (Primera & Segunda).
👟 Reminder: Marathon Day road closures affect access to Main Street — plan extra time for transit, parking, or using regional rail (Manayunk/Wissahickon stations).
🎟️ Raffle Auction & Fundraising
All weekend long, support KOT’s fundraising efforts with:
Raffle Auction prizes from beloved Philly businesses
50/50 NWSL Raffle
Donations supporting trans-led and trans-serving organizations, including:
Morris Home
Rainbow Room
Ark of Safety
Team Transtastic
Your support directly uplifts trans communities and keeps KOT events accessible, safe, and community-powered.
🌟 Let’s Make This Our Biggest KOT Weekend Yet
Since 2020, Kicking Out Transphobia has centered trans joy, visibility, and empowerment through sports. Now, as a nonprofit, we’re continuing that mission with even more strength — and this weekend is a celebration of everything we’ve built together.
Bring your energy. Bring your team. Bring your community. KOT Weekend 2025 starts NOW.
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