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Philadelphia Marathon Weekend
Philadelphia Marathon Weekend is a multi-race event held annually in Philadelphia. Race weekend draws over 30,000 athletes and features courses that pass historic landmarks, urban neighborhoods, and waterfront areas including Fairmount Park and the Schuylkill River. Routes move through University City, Manayunk, Old City and Center City, and several courses finish near the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
All courses are USATF certified and the TIAA Philadelphia Marathon is designated as a Boston qualifier. The weekend includes events for adults and children and offers combined challenge options that pair multiple distances.
Several race formats and status details are noted:
- TIAA Philadelphia Marathon 26.2 miles sold out for 2026.
- Dietz & Watson Philadelphia Half Marathon 13.1 miles.
- Rothman Orthopaedics 8K 4.97 miles along the Schuylkill River and Kelly Drive.
- Philadelphia Kid's Run short, non-competitive events at Eakins Oval.
- Patriot Challenge pairs the half marathon and 8K; other multi-race challenges are sold out.
The Rothman Orthopaedics 8K description references typical fall temperatures around 54°F 12°C. An official mobile app is available to track participants and provide event information. The event is supported by several sponsors including TIAA, Dietz & Watson, Rothman Orthopaedics and ASICS, and is fiscally supported by the Philadelphia City Fund. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
