Philadelphia Flyers mascot Gritty comes out as Dorothy from "The Wizard of Oz" ahead of the first period of an NHL hockey game against the St Louis Blues, Thursday, Oct. 31, 2024, in Philadelphia.

This annual event, held in the heart of South Philadelphia, is as much a celebration of the city's love for Gritty and the Flyers as it is a fun run. Runners and walkers, decked out in bright ...