Blobfest Half Marathon
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Blobfest Half Marathon and Associated Races
Blobfest in Phoenixville, PA is a multi-distance running event that starts and finishes in front of the Historic Colonial Theatre on Bridge Street (227 Bridge St.). The weekend program includes in-person races, a kids fun run, a virtual option, and a community course decorating contest.
Available race distances:
- Half Marathon (13.1 miles)
- 10K
- 5K
- Kid's 800-meter Fun Run
- Virtual 5K, 10K, or Half Marathon
Logistics and participant services include free off-site parking at Phoenixville Middle School with a shuttle to the start area, several paid municipal lots near the start/finish, and packet pickup at the street fair the day before plus race-day pickup near the start/finish. The half marathon has a strict 3:30 course cut-off; walkers are advised to consider the 5K or 10K instead. Runners registered for the half may drop to a shorter distance by notifying the timer at the starting line.
Aid and awards: water and hydration stations are placed on the courses, with specific stops listed for each race. Every finisher in the 5K, 10K, and half marathon receives a Blob-themed finisher's medal. Kids in the fun run receive a finisher certificate and prize. Top overall and age-group awards are presented, plus special prizes for best dressed, best course decorations, and team themes.
A course decoration contest assigns groups areas along the 5K course; runners vote and winners receive local restaurant gift cards. A portion of event proceeds supports the Historic Colonial Theatre. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
