2023 Philadelphia Marathon Weekend Race Guide

Pro Tips for the Expo

• The Health & Fitness Expo is open on Friday, November 17, from Noon to 9:00 p.m. and Saturday, November 18, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Pennsylvania Convention Center, Hall F, 12th & Arch Streets, Philadelphia, PA 19107.
• Bring your government-issued photo ID. We require a government-issued ID to verify the athlete’s name only, and to make sure that the name on the athlete’s ID matches that on the athlete’s registration.
• If a representative is picking up your race materials, you must provide them with your bib number and government-issued photo ID (a copy of your ID is sufficient). They will also need to show their own government-issued photo ID. 
• Review your bib information. If corrections are needed, go to the Solution Center at the Expo when you pick up your bib.
• Fill out the emergency information on the back of your bib. It is our first and best source of knowledge to assist you in the event of an emergency.
• There is no race day packet pick-up.  All race packets must be picked up at the Health & Fitness Expo.
• (For Saturday) Pre-registered children participating in the Nemours Children's Run can pick-up their bibs at Eakins Oval. You do NOT need to go to the Health & Fitness Expo for packet pickup for the Nemours Children's Run on Saturday. Note this only applies to Nemours Children's Run bibs and not for other events.

Race Weekend Schedule

Friday, November 17

Health & Fitness Expo - 12:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m.
Pennsylvania Convention Center Hall F (12th & Arch Streets)

Saturday, November 18

Dietz & Watson Philadelphia Half Marathon
6:55 a.m. – Wheelchairs
7:00 a.m. – Athletes
22nd Street & Benjamin Franklin Parkway

Rothman Orthopaedics 8K
10:55 a.m. – Wheelchairs
11:00 a.m. – Athletes
22nd Street & Benjamin Franklin Parkway

Nemours Children's Run
On-site registration and family activities begin at 9:00 a.m.
Races begin at 12 noon inside Eakins Oval (22nd Street & Benjamin Franklin Parkway)

Health & Fitness Weekend Expo - 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Pennsylvania Convention Center Hall F (12th & Arch Streets)

Sunday, November 19

AACR Philadelphia Marathon
6:55 a.m. – Wheelchairs
7:00 a.m. – Athletes
22nd Street & Benjamin Franklin Parkway

Health & Fitness Expo

• Please be sure to bring government-issued photo ID with you. We require a government-issued ID to verify the athlete’s name only, and to make sure that the name on the athlete’s ID matches that on the athlete’s registration.
• If a representative is picking up your race materials, you must provide them with your bib number and a copy of your government-issued photo ID (a copy of your ID is sufficient). They will also need to show their own government-issued photo ID. 

Pennsylvania Convention Center, Hall, F 12th & Arch Streets

Friday, November 17 ( 12:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m.)
Saturday, November 18 (9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.)

To-do at the Health & Fitness Expo

• Pick up your participant packet (bib, race shirt, runner’s bag, etc.).
• Purchase your official 2023 Philadelphia Marathon Race Weekend Merchandise.
• Attend informative seminars.
• Get your last-minute questions about the course and race-day activities answered.
• Visit vendors selling running apparel, shoes, and the latest timing and tracking technology, accessories, distributing product samples, and offering wellness tips.

Nemours Children's Kid Zone at the Health & Fitness Expo

The Nemours Children’s Kids Zone offers an assortment of interactive games and activities for the whole family to enjoy, including face painting and arts and crafts on Friday (12 p.m. to 9 p.m.) and Saturday (9 a.m. to 5 p.m.)

Donate your new or gently used shoes

The Philadelphia Marathon Weekend is pleased to partner with local community recycling organizations to collect your new and gently used shoes. Place your new or gently used shoes (running, casual, dress, adult, kids) in the shoe collection bins near the bib pick up area.

Shoes will be shipped to Hungary and Poland to help with the Ukrainian refugee crisis and a donation will be made to Students Run Philly Style for each pair of shoes donated.

(12:30–1:30) Speaker Series - Jared Ward, Aliphine Tuliamuk & Lauren Fleshman

Upfront and Personal with Jared, Aliphine & Lauren
Olympians and Professional Elite Marathoners
Moderator: Bart Yasso
Hall F - Rear Center

( 1:45–2:45) Meet & Greet - Jared Ward, Aliphine Tuliamuk & Lauren Fleshman

Olympians and Professional Elite Marathoners
Hall F - Concourse Area

(2:15–3:00) Speaker Series - Ross Martinson & Mark Sullivan

Pacing for your Best Race and Course Overview
Ross Martinson - Philadelphia Runner Elite Coordinator
Mark Sullivan - Charter Philadelphia Marathon Legacy Member iRun-iCoach
Hall F - Rear Center

(3:15–4:00) Speaker Series - Bart Yasso & Bill Rodgers

Marathon Running Over the Years
Bart Yasso - Marathoner, Author, Past Editor – Runner’s World
Bill Rodgers -Past Olympic Marathoner, 4x Winner – Boston Marathon & Author
Hall F - Rear Center 

(4:15–4:45) Meet & Greet - Bart Yasso & Bill Rodgers

Bart Yasso - Marathoner, Author, Past Editor – Runner’s World
Bill Rodgers - Former Olympic Marathoner 4x Winner – Boston & New York Marathons, Author 
Hall F - Concourse Area

(4:15–5:00) Speaker Series - Chris Koch 

“If I Can.” Making the most of what you have, instead of worrying about what you don’t have
Chris Koch - Farmer/ Adaptive Athlete/Traveler 
Hall F - Rear Center

(5:15–6:15) Speaker Series - Jared Ward, Aliphine Tuliamuk & Lauren Fleshman

Upfront and Personal with Jared, Aliphine & Lauren
Olympians and Professional Elite Marathoners
Moderator: Bart Yasso
Hall F - Rear Center

(6:30–7:30) Meet & Greet - Jared Ward, Aliphine Tuliamuk & Lauren Fleshman

Olympians and Professional Elite Marathoners
Hall F - Concourse Area

(7:00–7:45) Speaker Series - Mark Sullivan

The Course: What You Need to Know
Mark Sullivan - Charter Philadelphia Marathon Legacy Member iRun-iCoach
Hall F - Rear Center

(10:00–10:45) Speaker Series - Bart Yasso & Bill Rodgers

Marathon Running Over the Years
Bart Yasso, Marathoner, Author, Past Editor – Runner’s World
Bill Rodgers, Past Olympic Marathoner, 4x Winner – Boston Marathon & Author
Hall F - Rear Center

(11:00–11:45) Speaker Series  Chris Koch

“If I Can.” Making the most of what you have, instead of worrying about what you don’t have
Chris Koch - Farmer/ Adaptive Athlete/Traveler 
 Hall F - Rear Center

(12:00–1:00) Speaker Series - Jared Ward, Aliphine Tuliamuk & Lauren Fleshman

Upfront and Personal with Jared, Aliphine & Lauren
Olympians and Professional Elite Marathoners
Moderator: Bart Yasso
Hall F - Rear Center 

(1:15-2:15) Meet & Greet - Jared Ward, Aliphine Tuliamuk & Lauren Fleshman

Olympians and Professional Elite Marathoners
Hall F - Concourse Area

(2:15–3:00) Speaker Series - Mark Sullivan

The Course: What You Need to Know
Mark Sullivan - Charter Philadelphia Marathon Legacy Member iRun-iCoach
Hall F - Rear Center

Bib Transfers

As noted in the waiver that you accepted during registration, bibs are non-transferable and names will not be changed from one person to another. This includes registrations purchased through online networks which will NOT be transferred to another name. 

Your bib provides race staff with important identifying information for the purposes of our medical program, as well as scoring and timing. Transferring the bib would compromise these processes severely.

Violation of this rule may prohibit you from participation in future Philadelphia Marathon Weekend events and will disqualify you from awards and prize monies. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation with these policies.

Switching Events/Distance

All athletes are expected to participate in the event for which they are officially registered. Bib numbers and t-shirts will be issued according to your registered event. If you requested an official change of event before the deadline and it is not reflected in this confirmation email, please bring a copy of any email correspondence that supports your timely request to the Solution Center in the registration area, where your request will be reviewed.

Changing Your Corral Assignment

• Athletes are free to move back to a slower corral as desired. No official action is needed.
• If you wish to move up to a faster corral, please pick up your assigned bib number and bring it to the Corral Change Station in the Packet Pick-Up area at the Expo for assistance. You will be able to change your corral IF there is still room in your desired corral. Do not wait until race day to request a corral change. Corral changes will not be made on race day.

By Foot or Public Transportation

Center City is compact and very walkable. We encourage athletes and spectators to use public transportation on race day, if needed. Philadelphia's mass transit system, SEPTA, offers two subway lines, regional rail service to and from the surrounding suburbs, and bus service throughout the city.

Be aware that local bus routes to the race site will be detoured during event set-up and the races. Several SEPTA buses currently serve the Art Museum area. Please check with SEPTA at 215-580-7800 or at septa.org for schedules, drop-off and pickup locations and route detours.

If you're planning to do a lot of "running around" on race day, please ask SEPTA about the one-day State of Independence [Pass], which gives you ten (10) rides.

2023 Shuttle Schedule

Shuttle bus service will be available Saturday and Sunday for race participants and spectators who are staying in or near a host hotel, or are coming in from public transit. Hotels will be grouped together for the morning pick-up as well as the post-race return trips. Race participants will receive priority boarding over spectators (athletes – please be sure your bib is clearly visible). 

Write your bus loop/route on the back of your bib so that you catch the correct bus post-race. 

Only service animals will be allowed on buses.

Saturday & Sunday Pickup (5 a.m. to 6 a.m.).

Route A (on Broad & Arch Sts) and
Route B (13th & Filbert Sts). 

Pickup points for the following:
SEPTA Market-Frankford line, Aloft Philadelphia Downtown, Le Meridien Philadelphia, Hilton Garden Inn Philadelphia Center City, Loews Philadelphia Hotel, Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Notary Hotel-Autograph Collection, Residence Inn Philadelphia City Center

Route C (on Broad & Locust Sts). Pickup points for the following:

PATCO line, Cambria Hotel & Suites Philadelphia, Doubletree Hotel by Hilton Hotel Philadelphia Center City, Ritz Carlton Philadelphia

Route D (at 1800 Market St): Pickup points for the following:

Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square, Sonesta Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square, Hyatt Centric Philadelphia

NOTE: There is no shuttle service from the Courtyard Philadelphia City Avenue, Logan Philadelphia's Hotel, Sheraton Philadelphia Downtown, The Windsor Suites or the airport.

Saturday return loops (8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.)
Return buses will pick up at 24th Street & Park Towne Place (where you will be dropped off in the morning), beginning at 8:30 a.m. and will run continuously until 2:00 p.m. 

A and B Routes – Drop off at Broad & Arch St
C and D Routes – Drop offs at Broad & Sansom Sts and 1800 Market St

Sunday return loops (9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.)
Return buses will pick up at 24th Street & Park Towne Place (where you will be dropped off in the morning), beginning at 9:00 a.m. and will run continuously until 3:00 p.m. 

A and B Routes – Drop off at Broad & Arch St
C and D Routes – Drop offs at Broad & Sansom Sts and 1800 Market St

By Bike

BIKE VALET will be available at River Field for anyone who wishes to bring their bike to the event. River Field is located on the south side of Eakins Oval and will be accessible from Park Towne Place, Schuylkill Trails, MLK Drive or from West Philadelphia via the Spring Garden Street Bridge.

Bikes will be subject to screening by the Philadelphia Police Department and will be held in a secure area during the events. The Bike Valet will be open beginning at 5:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. on Saturday and 5:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Sunday.

By Car - Parking Information

Paid Lots

• 22nd & Walden Streets, SP+ Parking, (215) 568-4025

Paid Garages

• 222 North 20th Street, Standard Parking, (215) 448-1391
• 1815 Cherry Street, LAZ Parking, (215) 567-3744
• 16th & Race Streets (Sheraton Hotel), Standard Parking, (215) 196-0293
• 1815 JFK Boulevard, Patriot Parking, Inc., (215) 405-0790
• 1901 JFK Boulevard, Central Parking System, (215) 568-4018
• 1700 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, The Windsor Suites, (215) 569-0899
• 36 S. 19th Street, Central Parking System, (215) 561-1187 *

The Philadelphia Marathon Weekend has no direct relationship with any of the companies listed. Some lots are available for parking despite no attendant upon entering, with payment upon exit.

Prohibited Items

• Weapons and contraband of any kind (regardless of permitting). This will include firearms, knives, pepper spray, etc. NOTE: Right-to-Carry permits will not be honored and weapons will not be permitted into the venue.

• Fireworks (includes flammable liquids, fuels or explosives)

• Suitcases

• Bulky items or packages larger than 12”x12”x6”

• Unsealed containers (glass, aluminum or otherwise) are prohibited.

• You are allowed to bring sealed water bottles. If your bottle is not sealed, please ensure it is empty before entering security.

• Baby bottles are permitted.  NOTE: Other than baby bottles, NO glass containers of any size are permitted! 

• Alcohol

• Illegal drugs or illicit substances of any kind

• Bicycles or scooters (bikes/scooters may be parked outside the venue, in the protected Bike Valet zone on River Field, 24th Street & south side of Eakins Oval – Checkpoint #4)

• Facial costume masks of any kind (except religious headwear).
  
  NOTE: Persons entering the secured zone may wear a COVID prevention mask covering both their nose and mouth. Security personnel will NOT deny entry to persons wearing this mask.

• Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS/Drones)

• Selfie sticks

• Props (includes flagpoles, military or fire gear, sporting equipment or other hard objects)

• Coolers (hard sided; plastic, metal, etc.). NOTE: Soft sided coolers ARE PERMITTED! Must be hand searched at the entry gate.

• Large umbrellas (i.e., Beach Umbrellas)

• Animals or reptiles (Exception: ADA defined service animals (only dogs; refer to ADA fact sheet on our website) are permitted for spectators only. No animals are allowed on the race course(s))

Discouraged items

• Large blankets, comforters or sleeping bags.

• Backpacks, handbags or shoulder bags of any kind (clear plastic participant bags are permitted)

• Action cameras

• Athletes will be permitted to enter the secure zone with a hydration vest. However, the bladders in the vest must be empty (no fluids permitted). The hydration vest must be carried into the venue, not worn. Since security must check the vest, the runner will have to step out of line and remove and/or empty the vest (away from the checkpoint entry point) and then re-enter the line in order to gain admittance to the secure zone. Please carry the empty vest through the security line. After being admitted to the secure zone, athletes will be able to fill the vest at the water station next to the entrance to the Painted Street, near the corrals.

Pro Tips for Race Day

• To be advised of severe weather conditions or other notifications, sign up for free emergency alerts by texting RunPHL to 888-777, follow @PhilaOEM on Twitter or visit www.phila.gov/ready
• Arrive early for your event. Dietz & Watson Philadelphia Half Marathon (Saturday, November 18: 6:55 a.m. Wheelchair/7:00 a.m. Athletes), Rothman Orthopaedics 8K (Saturday, November 18: 10:55 a.m. Wheelchair/11:00 a.m. Athletes), AACR Philadelphia Marathon (Sunday, November 19: 6:55 a.m. Wheelchair/7:00 a.m. Athletes).
• Spectators will NOT be permitted into the secure running area until 8:00 a.m. on both Saturday and Sunday. Spectators may enter at any of the following gates: #E-1 & #E-2 (22nd & Benjamin Franklin Parkway), #E-3 (Pennsylvania Avenue at Spring Garden Street), #E-4 (24th Street & Park Towne Place), #E-5 & #E-5-A (25th Street & Kelly Drive) and #E-6 (Spring Garden Street Bridge ramp (east bound at Eakins Oval). 
• Be sure to check out our storyboard maps for both the AACR Philadelphia Marathon and the Dietz & Watson Philadelphia Half Marathon.

Corral Line-Up For Full and Half Marathons & Wave Start

The color block on your bib number corresponds with the expected finish time you provided on your application. You can view the color corral groups in the number pick-up area at the Health & Fitness Expo as well as in the corral area on race day. 

Go to your assigned color corral area at the race start. There will be a wave start according to color corral position. We recommend that you arrive early, give yourself enough time to clear security, take care of personal needs and join your corral before the first start. Do not count on staggered start delays.

CORRAL	MARATHON	ESTIMATED FINISH	HALF MARATHON	ESTIMATED FINISH
GOLD	1 to 500	Elite/Seeds/Wheel	20001 to 24000	Elite/Seeds/Wheel
MAROON	501 to 2300	< 3:15:00	20401 to 21800	< 1:44:59
BLACK	2301 to 4500	3:15:00 – 3:40:00	21801 to 23700	1:45:00 – 1:59:00
GREEN	4501 to 6500	3:40:01 – 3:55:00	23701 to 25500	1:59:01 – 2:00:00
GRAY	6501 to 9300	3:55:01 - 4:14:00	25501 to 27400	2:00:00 – 2:15:00
PURPLE	9301 to 11100	4:14:01 – 4:30:00	27401 to 29300	2:15:01 – 2:30:00
ORANGE	11101 to 12900	4:30:00 – 4:59:59	29301 to 31200	2:30:00 – 2:30:00
BLUE	12901 to 15000	5:00:00 +	31201 to 33100	2:30:01 +

Freedom, Liberty Bell, Patriot and Independence Challenge participants will receive a single bib to be worn in relevant events.

Rothman Orthopaedic 8k is self-seeded according to pace signage at the race start.

The start line will close after the last athlete in the last corral has crossed the timing mat. This is for the safety of all athletes.  Unfortunately, those who do not cross the start mat prior to the last athlete will not be timed.
 

Start/Finish Area (Eakins Oval)

Drop your bags at gear check.

Gear check is provided free of charge located on the southside of Eakins Oval.

Only clear bags (such as the runner bag we are providing) will be accepted at the gear check stations.

You are free to use any of the trucks at gear check (but be sure to write down the truck number on the back of your bib).

Be sure to affixed the event-issued gear check tag (top of bib tear-off strip) to your bag. Also be sure to enclose complete contact information inside your race bag in case we need to contact you on where you can pick up your bag after race weekend. The Philadelphia Marathon Weekend is not responsible for any unclaimed, stolen, or lost items. Hours:

Dietz & Watson Philadelphia Half Marathon and Rothman Orthopaedics 8k: 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
AACR Philadelphia Marathon: 5:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Discarded Clothing at Race Start

Pass clothing to the left over the fence to discard. To avoid creating a tripping hazard for fellow participants, DO NOT discard clothing on the ground or on the course. The Philadelphia Marathon Weekend will collect discarded clothing for donation to the Salvation Army.

Event Start Times

Saturday, November 18

Dietz & Watson Philadelphia Half Marathon
6:55 a.m. – Wheelchairs
7:00 a.m. – Athletes
22nd Street & Benjamin Franklin Parkway

Rothman Orthopaedics 8K
10:55 a.m. – Wheelchairs
11:00 a.m. – Athletes
22nd Street & Benjamin Franklin Parkway

Nemours Children's Run
On-site registration and family activities begin at 9:00 a.m.
Races begin at 12 noon inside Eakins Oval (22nd Street & Benjamin Franklin Parkway)

Sunday, November 19

AACR Philadelphia Marathon
6:55 a.m. – Wheelchairs
7:00 a.m. – Athletes
22nd Street & Benjamin Franklin Parkway

It is recommended that you arrive at the race site early wearing your race number, to clear security, hydrate, check your gear (gear check tag attached to clear bag) and utilize the porta-johns at a leisurely pace. You should be in your start corral at least 15 minutes before the scheduled start of your event. You should plan extra time to deal with traffic congestion in the race area due to closed roads, volume of traffic and enhanced security measures.

The start line will close after the last runner in the last corral has crossed the timing mat. This is for the safety of all runners. Unfortunately, those who do not cross the start mat prior to the last runner will not be timed.

Race Rules

• Only athletes, event staff/vendors, athlete guides, wheelchair handlers and emergency personnel will be permitted to enter the secured zones at the start & finish areas prior to 8 a.m.
  
  NOTE: Spectators will NOT be permitted into the secure running area until 8:00 a.m. on both Saturday and Sunday. Spectators may enter at any of the following gates: #E-1 & #E-2 (22nd & Benjamin Franklin Parkway), #E-3 (Pennsylvania Avenue at Spring Garden Street), #E-4 (24th Street & Park Towne Place), #E-5 & #E-5-A (25th Street & Kelly Drive) and #E-6 (Spring Garden Street Bridge ramp (east bound at Eakins Oval). 
   
• Athletes should be prepared to show their race bib to security personnel.
   
• Participants must follow and stay on the course and remain on proper side of roads as directed.
   
• Unofficial entrants are not permitted on the course.
   
• Only athletes, walkers and push-rim wheelchairs are allowed on the course. All chairs must be equipped with brakes, and wheelchair competitors must wear helmets and attach two fluorescent flags (orange preferred) to the back of their chair, 6 feet high from the ground.
   
• No participants going backwards, animals, bicycles, baby strollers, baby joggers, roller skates, scooters, or skateboards allowed. All spectator bikers will be removed from the course.
   
• Due to safety concerns, handcrank bikes are not permitted at any of the 2023 Philadelphia Marathon Weekend events.
   
• All participants must maintain at least a 16-minute per mile pace throughout the course.
   
• Bib numbers must be worn on the front chest of your outermost layer at all times, secured at all four corners.
   
• The timing device is part of your bib, and must be worn as instructed to ensure accurate results.
   
• SAG Vehicles will rove the course and be located at water stops. Please go to a water stop when you want to board a SAG vehicle.
   
• Participants agree to follow the instructions of race, medical, and police officials.
   
• Participants in violation of these rules will be disqualified and removed from the course.

Time

The time limit for the AACR Philadelphia Marathon is seven hours (7:00), or a 16-minute-per-mile pace. The time limit for the Dietz & Watson Philadelphia Half Marathon course is three hours and 30 minutes (3:30), or a 16-minute-per-mile pace.

For safety purposes, participants not maintaining at least a 16-minute-per-mile pace will be asked to use sidewalks/paths along the course.

The Rothman Orthopaedics 8K also has a 16-minute-per-mile pace.

Runner Transportation (SAG)

SAG will provide a ride to the medical tent in the Start/Finish Area near 24th and Spring Garden Streets, and emergency medical responders will attend to any medical needs.

Emergency Contact Information

Write your full name, emergency contact information, and any allergies or health conditions you have on the back of your race bib. Please be sure to print information clearly.

Race Scoring & Timing

This year’s races, the AACR Philadelphia Marathon, the Dietz & Watson Philadelphia Half Marathon, and the Rothman Orthopaedics 8K, will utilize the Chronotrack B-Tag – a single use bib tag – to record each runner’s official time. In order to receive an accurate time, please make sure your bib is:

• Clearly visible on the front of your torso
• Unaltered and unmodified (do not fold or wrinkle)
• Pinned in all four corners
• Not covered (jackets, runner belts, water bottles, etc.)
• No activation of the timing device is necessary

QR Codes

As long as your mobile phone has QR code reader software, you can scan a picture of the code on your runner’s bib and link to the results page for official race timing.

While the Philadelphia Marathon Weekend will be held rain or shine, in the event of severe weather or other occurrences, information will be made available. Sign up for free emergency alerts by texting RunPHL to 888-777, follow @PhilaOEM on Twitter or visit www.phila.gov/ready

HYDRATION STATIONS

Hydration Stations will be set up at the race start and finish and throughout the length of the course.

Nuun Lemon Lime Endurance will be offered in blue & white cups, along with water from ACME Markets. Additionally, there will be CLIF BLOKS energy chews right before the mile 8 water station for the Dietz & Watson Philadelphia Half Marathon and past mile 11, before mile 18 and past mile 22 for the AACR Philadelphia Marathon.

Saturday, November 19 – Dietz & Watson Philadelphia Half Marathon

1. Columbus Boulevard south of Race Street – Mile 2.3
2. Front Street & Washington Avenue – Mile 4.2
3. Juniper & Walnut Streets – Mile 6.2
4. 33rd & Market Streets – Mile 7.6
5. Reservoir Drive – Smith Memorial Playground – Mile 10.4
6. Kelly Drive just past Girard Avenue – Mile 12.0 (also serves as the Hydration Station for Rothman 8K)

Sunday, November 20 – AACR Philadelphia Marathon

1. Columbus Boulevard south of Race Street – Mile 2.8
2. Front Street & Washington Avenue – Mile 3.7
3. 6th & Walnut Streets – Mile 5.1
4. 31st & Walnut Streets – Mile 7.1
5. 34th Street & Fairmount Avenue – Mile 8.5
6. Avenue of the Republic at Belmont Avenue – Mile 10.2
7. Lansdowne Drive @ Sweetbriar Lane, just after traffic circle – Mile 11.8
8. Edgley Drive before Power Corps Headquarters Building – Mile 14.4
9. Kelly Drive & Fountain Green – Miles 15.8 & 24.8
10. Kelly Drive & Ferry Street – Miles 17.8 & 22.3
11. Main Street & Ridge Avenue – Miles 18.9 & 21.3
12. Main & Cotton Streets, Winnie’s LeBus – Miles 19.8 & 20.2
13. Finish Line, Benjamin Franklin Parkway – Mile 26.2

Cheer Zone Information

Saturday, November 18

Start Line: Benjamin Franklin Parkway

It’s officially Race Weekend! Get warmed up and meet us on the course for the start of the half marathon.

• Columbus Blvd and Dock Street – Shivvering Ninny’s
• Front Street & Washington Avenue
• 2nd & South Street - Live Local Philly
• 6th & Lombard Street
• Broad & Walnut Street – DJ Aye West
• 17th & Walnut Street
• 33rd & Walnut Street
• 33rd and Market Street – Kidz DJ Cafe (Vernique)
• 34th and Girard Avenue (Philadelphia Zoo) – Proper Shapes 
• Reservoir Drive and 33rd Street (Fairmount Park)
• Mt. Pleasant Drive (between Mt. Pleasant Mansion and Rockland Mansion) – Kidz DJ cafe (Vernique)
• Fountain Green & Kelly Drive – Mike on the Drums
• Girard/Natural Bridge on Kelly Drive – Playin With Fire

Sunday, November 19

Start Line, Benjamin Franklin Parkway

Rise and shine! Meet us at the starting line to help get our runners off on the right foot as they begin their journey!

• 9th and Arch Street
• Columbus Blvd and Dock Street – Shivvering Ninny’s
• 2nd & South Street – Live Local Philly
• 6th and South Street
• Broad & Walnut Street
• 17th & Walnut Street
• 22nd and Walnut Street – Kidz DJ Café (Vernique)
• 33rd & Walnut Street – Kidz DJ cafe (Vernique)
• 34th and Girard Avenue (Philadelphia Zoo)
• Lansdowne and 41st Street (Near Memorial Hall)
• Front of Memorial Hall/Please Touch Museum/Avenue of the Republic – Hoopskirt Factory!
• States Drive and Avenue of the Republic (Mann Music) – Playin With Fire
• Shofuso Japanese House (back end) Lansdowne and Horticultural Drives – Modern Yesterday
• Reservoir Drive and 33rd Street (Fairmount Park) – DJ Aye West
• Ridge & Main Street – Nitro Nitra
• Diamond & Reservoir Drive – Kidz DJ Cafe (Vernique)
• Kelly Drive & Ferry Road – Little Sister
• Girard/Natural Bridge on Kelly Drive
   

Finish Line Etiquette

As a courtesy to those finishing behind you, please keep moving once you cross the finish line. Proceed through the chute, where you’ll be given a Heatsheet® and medal, then to post-race replenishment, followed by gear retrieval.

Medals & Finisher Certificates

All AACR Philadelphia Marathon, Dietz & Watson Philadelphia Half Marathon, and Rothman Orthopaedics 8K finishers will receive a medal.

Important note: Runners who participated in the Independence, Freedom, Patriot or Liberty Bell Challenge will need to pick up your challenge medal separately at the finish line after your final event. All challenge medals will be in the finish line area.

Recovery Area

The post-race recovery area will provide water, refreshments, and medical assistance if necessary. This area is for race participants only, and you must show your bib number for entry.

Gear Pick Up

Following the race, retrieve your gear at the UPS Gear Trucks on the south side of Eakins Oval. If needed, use the nearby tents to change your clothes. You will need your bib number and truck number to pick up your gear.

Athlete Reunion Area

Athletes can reunite with family and friends in the Athlete Reunion area, located in Eakins Oval near the UPS gear check trucks.

Finisher Merchandise

Stop by one of our two official merchandise tents in to pick up your Philadelphia Marathon Weekend finisher gear. One tent will be in Eakins Oval near the Finish area and the second located near the South Viewing Area.

Lost & Found

For athletes and spectators, go to the information booth located inside Eakins Oval.