2024 Philadelphia Marathon Weekend
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Get ready to lace up your sneakers and hit the ground running at the electrifying 2024 Philadelphia Marathon Weekend! Picture yourself charging through the heart of Philly, where every stride celebrates the city's rich history and vibrant spirit. It's not just a race; it's a full-blown festival of endurance, with crowds cheering you on as you conquer each mile. Whether you're a seasoned marathoner or a first-timer, this is your moment to shine. So, summon your inner Rocky, sign up, and let's make some epic memories together on the iconic Benjamin Franklin Parkway. It's more than a marathon – it's a weekend where every step tells a story. Are you in?
AACR Philadelphia Marathon, Dietz & Watson Philadelphia Half Marathon, Rothman Orthopaedics 8K, and 13 more
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Sun, Nov 24, 2024
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Philadelphia, United States
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Where and when
Location
2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA 19130, USA
Start times
AACR Philadelphia Marathon: TBCDietz & Watson Philadelphia Half Marathon: TBCRothman Orthopaedics 8K: TBCNemours Children’s Run (Ages 5 to 12): TBCAACR Runners for Research - AACR Philadelphia Marathon: TBCAACR Runners for Research - Dietz & Watson Philadelphia Half Marathon: TBCAACR Runners for Research - Rothman Orthopaedics 8k: TBCAACR Runners for Research - The Patriot Challenge (8K and Half Marathon): TBCAACR Runners for Research - The Independence Challenge (8K and Full Marathon): TBCAACR Runners for Research - The Liberty Bell Challenge (Half and Full Marathons): TBCAACR Runners for Research - The Freedom Challenge (8K, Half & Full Marathons): TBCAACR Runners for Research - Nemours Children’s Run (ages 5 to 12): TBCThe Patriot Challenge (8K and Half Marathon): TBCThe Independence Challenge (8K and Full Marathon): TBCThe Liberty Bell Challenge (Half and Full Marathon): TBCThe Freedom Challenge (8K, Half & Full Marathons): TBC
Event summary
Here are the distances available for 2024 Philadelphia Marathon Weekend
AACR Philadelphia Marathon
42km
free
Dietz & Watson Philadelphia Half Marathon
21km
free
Rothman Orthopaedics 8K
8km
free
Nemours Children’s Run (Ages 5 to 12)
free
AACR Philadelphia Marathon
42km
free
Dietz & Watson Philadelphia Half Marathon
21km
free
Rothman Orthopaedics 8K
8km
free
Nemours Children’s Run (Ages 5 to 12)
free
Route information
This event promises a beautiful, fast and scenic course with an amazing supportive atmosphere.
Starting at the Philadelphia Museum of Art on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway, the course is relatively flat and runs past several iconic landmarks such as Independence Hall, the Betsy Ross House and the Liberty Bell. Athletes also visit the Old City, on Penn's Landing, as well as running alongside the picturesque Schuylkill River out to Manayunk.
The highest elevation on the route is 148 feet.
What's included
- Finisher's medal
- Aid stations
How to get there
2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA 19130, USA
Get full directionsBy Car
No on-street parking is permitted along the Benjamin Franklin Parkway from Saturday 20th November onwards. There are several paid lots and garages in the nearby area.
By Public Transport
The city is very walkable. Alternatively, checkout Philadelphia's transport system, SEPTA for information regarding the subway and bus network.
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November 23rd (Saturday)
6:55 Push Rim Wheelchairs Marathon Start
7:00 Runners/Walkers Marathon Start
November 24th (Sunday)
6:55 Push Rim Wheelchairs Marathon Start
7:00 Runners/Walkers Marathon Start
Please see the event website for more info on the other races taking place over the weekend.
Gear Check
Gear check is provided free of charge on the southside of Eakins Oval. The event organiser is supplying clear bags to be used for gear check. You may supply you own bag but it must be clear. Make sure to write down the number of the gear truck you use on the back of your race number.
Water Stations
There will be 12 fluid stations along the route, supplying water, electrolyte drinks etc. There will also be 3 stations handing out CLIF BLOCKS energy chews.
Pace Team
The pace times for the Dietz & Watson Philadelphia Half Marathon are: 1:30, 1:45, 2:00, 2:15 and 2:30.
The pace times for the AACR Philadelphia Marathon are 3:00, 3:10, 3:20, 3:30, 3:40, 3:50, 4:00, 4:10, 4:20, 4:30, 4:45 and 5:00.
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