The AACR Philadelphia Marathon
In Philadelphia, we redefine the experience of what a marathon should be. A beautiful, fast and scenic course, an engaging atmosphere—it’s no wonder we’re consistently listed among the top ten marathons in the country, recognized for our mellow weather and spirited fans.
Expect beautiful views through Fairmount Park and along the Schuylkill River and neighborhood residents cheering in University City and Manayunk. Weave through the well-traveled streets of our historic district, passing sights familiar to Franklin, Washington and the rest of the gang, and end your race speeding towards the steps of the majestic Art Museum.
There are course check points at the 2.2 mile, 10K, 15K, 13.1 mile, 30K, 40K marks along the course, and fluid stations and spectator overlooks are set up throughout the course.
The Philadelphia Marathon Weekend Events are USATF sanctioned and course-certified.
Due to safety concerns, handcrank bikes are not permitted at any Philadelphia Marathon Weekend events.
New for 2025 – The Philadelphia Marathon Weekend pricing is based on volume and not on a specific date.
Date and Start Time
November 23, 2025
6:55 a.m. – Push rim wheelchairs
7:00 a.m. – Runners/Walkers
Location
22nd Street & Benjamin Franklin Parkway, near the Philadelphia Museum of Art
Registration
Registration now open!
Prize Money
Please go to our awards
and prize money page
Age Group Awards
Age group increments are: (16 to 19, 20 to 24, 25 to 29, 30 to 34, 35 to 39, 40 to 44, 45 to 49, 50 to 54, 55 to 59, 60 to 64, 65 to 69, 70 to 74, 75 to 79, 80+)
Finishers Will Receive
A technical shirt (women’s cut available)
Post-race refreshments
A finisher medal
An online finisher certificate
2024 Maps
* Maps subject to change.
Please note: The start line will close after the last athlete in the last corral crosses the timing mat.
For the AACR Philadelphia Marathon - You MUST pick up your bib on Friday or Saturday at the Health and Fitness Expo. There is NO PACKET PICKUP AT THE START LINE.
Fluid 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.
Sunday, November 24 – AACR Philadelphia Marathon
- Columbus Boulevard south of Race Street – Mile 2.3
- Front Street & Washington Ave. – Mile 3.7
- 6th & Walnut Streets – Mile 5.1
- 31st & Walnut Streets – Mile 7.1
- 34th Street & Fairmount Avenue – Mile 8.5
- Avenue of the Republic at Carousel House – Mile 10.2
- Lansdowne Dr. @ Sweetbriar Lane, just after traffic circle – Mile 11.8
- Edgley Drive @ Power Corps Headquarters Building – Mile 14.4
- Kelly Drive @ John B Kelly Statue / Rowing Grandstand - Miles 16.2 & 24.2 (revised: 11/19/24)
- Kelly Drive & Ferry Street – Miles 17.8 & 22.3
- Main Street & Ridge Avenue – Miles 18.9 & 21.3
- Main & Cotton Streets, Winnie’s LeBus – Miles 19.8 & 20.2
