2025 WURD Radio Founder’s Day Gala

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.

The night will also consist of a powerful panel discussion, “The Philadelphia Lawyer: Defenders of Democracy,” featuring attorneys Michael Coard, Carl Singley, Keir Bradford-Grey and Dr. Dorothy Roberts. You also don’t want to miss our dance party with DJ Reezey and the unforgettable performance of I Got Life: The Music of Nina Simone performed by Carol Riddick and Gerald Veasley.

Additional highlights include:

• WURD’s cocktail reception w/ live music
• Community Impact Awards – Celebrating iconic Philadelphians: Solomon Jones, Loree D. Jones Brown, Dolores Robinson and Derrick Pitts