
PHILADELPHIA DISTANCE RUN
Race Date
Sep 20, 2026
Location
Philadelphia, PA
The Experience
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 entryRace Tech TeeChip timing w/splitsFinisher's MedalPost 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.
Logistics
Race Day
Sunday, September 20, 2026
Start Time
7:30 AM
Giveaway
T-Shirt
Start Location
2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA, 19130
Course Info
USATF CertifiedCourse Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Elevation Gain
0'
Net Drop/km
-0.24 m
Separation
1.4%
Also Offers
USATF Certified Course
PA24006MNS · Philadelphia Half Marathon 2025 Pre-Verified
Relatively flat with minimal net elevation change. Loop course — start and finish are close together.
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
61°
Afternoon (High)
78°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.1"
Precipitation
11 mph
Wind
71%
Humidity
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