Philadelphia Marathon
November 20, 2026
Philadelphia Museum of Art (Start/Finish) · Philadelphia, United States
About
Philadelphia Marathon Weekend features USATF-certified courses through historic landmarks, urban neighborhoods, and along the Schuylkill River waterfront. The TIAA Philadelphia Marathon is a Boston qualifier and consistently ranked among the top 10 marathons in the country, joined by over 30,000 athletes.
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Start
Philadelphia Museum of Art (Start/Finish)
Start time
07:00
Weather
Chilly 7°C
Pack this
- Long-sleeve technical top + arm warmers for 7°C start
- Throwaway sweatshirt or mylar blanket for corral wait
- Gels or chews every 30-45 min (4-6 for marathon)
- Two handheld bottles or plan for on-course aid every ~2 miles
- Photo ID + bib with emergency info filled out on the back
What you should know
- Bib pickup is at the pre-race expo — no race-day pickup, bring photo ID and confirmation email.
- Marathon course has a 7-hour cutoff; pace must average roughly 16:00/mile to stay ahead of course closure.
- Out-and-back stretch on Kelly Drive/Main Street can be windy and shaded — expect cooler temps along the river.
- Gear check is at the Art Museum; only clear or official race bags are accepted at security screening.
- Headphones are discouraged on the open-road sections — stay alert for course marshals and medical vehicles.
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