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Ben FM’s 2026 Super Crawl Brings Big Smiles, Fast Crawlers & Huge Community Support

If there’s one thing that can upstage the excitement of Super Bowl weekend, it’s a room full of determined babies racing for glory — and that’s exactly what happened at…

Eli on the run at Ben FM's Super Crawl 2026
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If there’s one thing that can upstage the excitement of Super Bowl weekend, it’s a room full of determined babies racing for glory — and that’s exactly what happened at Ben FM’s 2026 Super Crawl. The annual tradition took over Arnold’s Family Fun Center in Oaks, PA, giving families the perfect pre‑game celebration filled with cheers, cuteness, and community spirit.

Before football fans gathered for the big game, parents, friends, and supporters were busy rooting for the real athletes of the weekend: crawling, giggling, wide‑eyed babies competing for the coveted Vince LomBABY Trophy.

And this year’s champion?

Meet 11‑month‑old Eli from Northeast Philadelphia, who blew past the competition with confidence and speed. Eli — who loves bath time, clapping, his toys, adventures, and apparently victory — proudly claimed the Super Crawl crown. His “coaches” (also known as Mom and Dad) scored big too, taking home an overnight stay and $200 dining credit from Live! Casino and Hotel Philadelphia as part of their prize package.

But the day wasn’t just about the adorable races. The Super Crawl also served as a meaningful diaper drive for Greater Goods, a free grocery store supporting families in Philly’s Kensington neighborhood. Thanks to attendees — and an extraordinary act of generosity — the event made a powerful impact.

In a major moment of giving, ACME Markets stepped up with a $15,000 donation to help Greater Goods purchase essential baby items for the families they serve. That contribution, combined with the diapers collected on‑site, ensures the event’s spirit of community extends far beyond race day.

With support from ACME Markets, Live! Casino and Hotel Philadelphia, Nemours Children’s Health, and Today Is a Good Day, the 2026 Super Crawl proved once again that Philly knows how to rally — whether it's for football or for families.

Congrats to Eli, and cheers to another unforgettable — and unbelievably cute — Super Crawl!

Kristen Herrmann is the Program Director and Weekday Morning Show Host on BEN FM. She has been a fixture on the radio in Philadelphia since 2005. As a content creator for BEN FM, Kristen specializes in all things Philadelphia, kids, family and favors the quirky stuff.