Philadelphia Marathon 2024 in Pennsylvania

The Philadelphia Marathon is a favorite among long-distance runners, thanks to its flat and fast terrain that highlights numerous historical sites and landmarks. Originating in the 1920s, the marathon attracts over 30,000 runners from 42 countries and draws 60,000 spectators, supported by more than 3,000 volunteers. Ranked among the top 10 marathons in the United States, the Philadelphia Marathon is renowned for its vibrant atmosphere and well-organized event.

Distances & Details

The AACR Philadelphia Marathon and the Nemours Children’s Run will take place on November 24. The marathon starts at 7 am and is open to both runners and walkers. The Nemours Children’s Run costs $15 and begins at 10 am on the same day. On November 23, the Dietz & Watson Philadelphia Half Marathon will also start at 7 am. Additionally, the Rothman Orthopaedics 8K, which costs $55, will begin at 11 am.

Route

Runners in the marathon start and finish their journey on Benjamin Franklin Parkway, between 22nd Street and the Philadelphia Museum of Art. The classic 26.2-mile (42.16-km) course takes participants past a host of historical landmarks, including Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell Center, and Penn’s Landing by the Delaware River. The route continues along Martin Luther King Jr. Drive from Spring Garden Street to Fountain Green Drive and meanders through the lush green areas of Fairmount Park on the Schuylkill River in West Philadelphia.

Events

The annual Health and Fitness Expo, held at the Pennsylvania Convention Center, offers runners the chance to pick up their race numbers and shop for athletic goods, products, and apparel. Additionally, marathon winners will be awarded a $10,000 cash prize.