RACE DETAILS
- All 3 distances start at 7:30AM
- Start/Finish Line is near the front of the Please Touch Museum on Avenue of the Republic
- Race is rain or shine
- Runners must maintain a pace of 15-minute miles or faster
- Race bibs must be picked up at Bib Pick-up prior to race day unless day of bib pick-up option is purchased during registration (limited availability)
- There is NO race day registration or general bib pick-up
- Unfortunately, no dogs or strollers allowed on the course
RACE AWARDS
- Top 3 overall male, female, and non-binary finishers in each race will receive a gift card to Philadelphia Runner: 1st - $100, 2nd - $75, 3rd - $50
- The top male, female, and non-binary age group finisher will receive a $25 gift card to Philadelphia Runner in the following age categories: 19 and under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80 - 90, 90 +
- All awards will be mailed out after race day
What does my entry include?
Registration for Philly Run Fest includes:
- Race entry (5K, 10K or 15K)
- Race shirt
- Race Medal
- Chip timing
- Post race beer (21+)
- Complimentary bag check
- Uninterrupted running through of the largest urban parks in the country!
How do I confirm that I am registered for Philly Run Fest?
Registered runners can log in to view their registration through their runsignup account.
How do I update my email address, shirt size, etc.?
Registered runners can edit their information through their runsignup account.
Can I switch events after I register?
Yes, runners can transfer to a different distance through their runsignup account.
Where and when can I pick up my bib?
General bib pick up information will be updated soon. There is no general race day pick up. Participants can add race day pick up during registration.
I can’t pick up my race bib, can a friend pick mine up?
Sure! Just make sure that they have a copy of the confirmation email that you were sent when you registered.
I deferred in 2025, how do I register for 2026?
We will email all 2025 deferrals in March 2026.
Is my entry refundable?
Registration is nonrefundable. However, runners who can’t make it on race day can elect to defer or transfer their registration. Runners must elect to defer or transfer by May 15th.
Can I check a bag at the start?
Yes, we will be offering bag check on race morning. When you pick up your bib, you will receive a clear plastic bag for checking items on race morning. Your items must fit completely into this bag (15" x 18") or your bag will not be accepted.
How do referrals work?
Participants can refer their friends to run Philly Run Fest. Once 5 people sign up using your unique referral link, you will be eligible to have your entry refunded!
