PHILADELPHIA DISTANCE RUN
Sun, Sep 20, 2026, 7:30 AM EDT
- Location
- Philadelphia, PA
- 2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, 19130
- Type
- RUN
Sign up and verify details on the organizer’s official page.
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Course feel, difficulty, and community fit are being added to this listing. Check back, and always confirm details on the official registration page.
Distances & registration
4 optionsRegistration for all distances is through the official signup link above.
- 5K
Sun, Sep 20, 7:00 AM EDT · From $27.50
Opens Sep 22, 2025, 11:00 AM EDT · Closes Nov 30, 2025, 6:59 PM EST
- 5K
Sun, Sep 20, 7:00 AM EDT · From $27.50
Opens Sep 22, 2025, 7:00 AM EDT · Closes Nov 30, 2025, 6:59 PM EST
- 13.1 Miles
Sun, Sep 20, 7:30 AM EDT · From $95.34
Opens Sep 22, 2025, 11:00 AM EDT · Closes Nov 30, 2025, 6:59 PM EST
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- 13.1 Miles
Sun, Sep 20, 7:00 AM EDT · From $69.90
Opens Sep 22, 2025, 7:00 AM EDT · Closes Sep 19, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
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Steady Effort
Steady Effortlong distance + warm-day exposure
- Rolling area
- Warm season
Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.
The course
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From the organizer
World class fast.
Welcome to the Philadelphia Distance Run (PDR)! Our world class half marathon and 5K will take place on Sunday, September 20, 2026. PDR is among the fastest Half Marathons in the world (6 world records have been broken here) and is known for its super fast and flat course. Whether you are an elite runner, looking for a new PR, or just want to breeze through the City of Brotherly Love with thousands of fellow runners, there is something for everyone at PDR!
Your registration includes:
Race entry Race Tech Tee Chip timing w/splits Finisher's Medal Post Race Party with a complimentary beer (1 per person. 21+) PDR aims to make registering as accessible as possible. If you are are unable to pay digitally or via a check with a paper registration, please email us so we can assist.
Expo Details to come!
More Info Stay tuned to our website for more information on the course, expo, corral assignments, and other helpful tips.
Refund/Deferral Policy Due to the year-round nature and costs of event planning, PDR does not offer refunds but we do offer the ability to defer or transfer your registration for a fee.
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