Hot Chocolate Run – Philadelphia
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Event Overview
The Skechers Hot Chocolate Run in Philadelphia takes place on April 4, 2026. The start and finish area is at Eakins Oval on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway. Participants can choose between three race distances: a 5K, a 10K, and a 15K.
Course Details
The course starts at Eakins Oval and finishes near the Rocky Balboa Statue. All routes run along the Schuylkill River, and the 5K course includes a turn-around point near the Historic Strawberry Mansion. The race is professionally timed and managed.
Race Day & Amenities
Packet pickup, or expo, takes place on the day before the race at the Pennsylvania Convention Center. There is no race day packet pickup. An optional paid packet mailing service is available until March 15, 2026.
The registration includes an exclusive full-zip jacket, a commemorative race bib, a finisher's medal, and free race photos. At the finish line, participants receive a finisher's mug filled with chocolate fondue, dippables, and hot chocolate. A post-race party is held at Eakins Oval with music and vendors.
An optional VIP upgrade called the Ghirardelli Cocoa Club offers perks like exclusive corral placement, access to a dedicated club area with Ghirardelli hot cocoa, a hot breakfast item, and a $35 store credit.
Awards
Overall awards are given to the top three male and female finishers in each distance, with cash prizes and free registration for the following year. Age group awards are also presented for top finishers in multiple categories, offering discounted or free registration for the next event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
