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RACE WEEKEND GUIDE
This race is our chance to share with you our LOVE of running and our LOVE of Philadelphia in one epic kickoff to spring weekend.
Now more than ever, live in this moment. Don’t just run this race...experience it. Everything you need to know for race weekend you can find inside. So be sure to read and be in the know for race weekend!
SUNDAY, MARCH 30
6:00AM
RACE SITE OPENS
Race Site and Gear Check Opens
7:00AM
CORRAL LINE UP
7K lines up with your assigned wave color at the same time and in the same chute as the half marathon.
7:30AM
RACE START
Race start is in waves based on your estimated finish time. Please line up in the corral indicated by your BIB color.
9:00AM – 12:00PM
FINISH FESTIVAL
Beer Garden Opens Hosted by VK Brewing Company. The start/finish festival is OPEN to spectators.
10:00AM
AWARDS
Overall Winners can pick up their awards at information tent
11:00AM
COURSE CLOSES
Location: Philadelphia Art Museum at Eakins Oval
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
HEALTH & FITNESS EXPO
FRIDAY, MARCH 28
3:00PM - 6:00PM
SATURDAY, MARCH 29
10:00AM - 4:00PM
There is no packet pick-up on race morning.
All runners must pick up their packets and swag at the Expo on either Friday or Saturday.
THE BMW EXPERIENCE
We are thrilled to have BMW as the official vehicle of the 2025 BMW Love Run Philadelphia half marathon. Experience BMW on race weekend:
FRIDAY & SATURDAY RIDE AND DRIVE
Test drive one of their incredible BMW models
SUNDAY
BMW will provide the lead vehicle as well as showcasing other BMW models at the finish festival.
RACE EXPO LOCATION
Pennsylvania Convention Center - Hall F
Entrance: Corner of 12th and Arch Street
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Public TransportationCenter City is compact and very walkable. If you don't feel like walking (or running) to the start, we would suggest public transportation. Philadelphia's mass transit system, SEPTA, offers two subway lines, regional rail service to and from the surrounding suburbs, and bus service throughout the city. Please contact SEPTA at (215) 580-7800 for schedule information, drop-off and pick-up locations, and route detours. Don't forget to get information on SEPTA’s unlimited access one-day pass - you won’t want to miss any part of our great City while you’re here.
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Ride-hailing Services and RidesharesTo catch a cab in Center City, just head for the nearest street corner and flag one down. Or call the City Cab Company (215) 492-6500 or Quaker City Cab (215) 726- 6000. And, of course, there is always UBER OR LYFT.
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Road Closure InformationVERY IMPORTANT: Please Note the MLK Bridge is closed to vehicular traffic. Due to Homeland Security precautions, the Ben Franklin Parkway will be closed from 20th Street through the Art Museum from 3:00 am through 10:00 am. Please plan accordingly and allow extra time for arrival and parking.
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ParkingSeveral parking lots and garages are conveniently located on or near Benjamin Franklin Parkway. If you get to the race early enough, you may also find free street parking in and around the race area. The Love Run Half Marathon has no direct relationship with any parking companies. Some lots are available for parking without an attendant upon entering, with payment upon exit.
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Handicap ParkingHandicap parking is available on 22nd and the Parkway near the start line. Please stop by the information tent at the expo or at the finish festival (race morning) to acquire a handicap parking placard.
PHILLY RUNS FREE
HELP US CURE CANCER IN PHILADELPHIA AND ACROSS THE REGION
Philly Runs Free is a partnership between the Love Run Philly and Legacy of Hope.
Together, our goal is to raise $250,000 to fund the most promising cancer research and provide emergency financial support for cancer patients
and their families.
Because we believe no family should lose their home or go without food because a loved one is fighting cancer, and no promising cancer research should go unfunded.
PHILLY RUNS
FREE FAQS
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Public TransportationCenter City is compact and very walkable. If you don't feel like walking (or running) to the start, we would suggest public transportation. Philadelphia's mass transit system, SEPTA, offers two subway lines, regional rail service to and from the surrounding suburbs, and bus service throughout the city. Please contact SEPTA at (215) 580-7800 for schedule information, drop-off and pick-up locations, and route detours. Don't forget to get information on SEPTA’s unlimited access one-day pass - you won’t want to miss any part of our great City while you’re here.
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Ride-hailing Services and RidesharesTo catch a cab in Center City, just head for the nearest street corner and flag one down. Or call the City Cab Company (215) 492-6500 or Quaker City Cab (215) 726- 6000. And, of course, there is always UBER OR LYFT.
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Road Closure InformationVERY IMPORTANT: Please Note the MLK Bridge is closed to vehicular traffic. Due to Homeland Security precautions, the Ben Franklin Parkway will be closed from 20th Street through the Art Museum from 3:00 am through 10:00 am. Please plan accordingly and allow extra time for arrival and parking.
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ParkingSeveral parking lots and garages are conveniently located on or near Benjamin Franklin Parkway. If you get to the race early enough, you may also find free street parking in and around the race area. The Love Run Half Marathon has no direct relationship with any parking companies. Some lots are available for parking without an attendant upon entering, with payment upon exit.
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Handicap ParkingHandicap parking is available on 22nd and the Parkway near the start line. Please stop by the information tent at the expo or at the finish festival (race morning) to acquire a handicap parking placard.
RACE DAY
PARKING
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Public TransportationCenter City is compact and very walkable. If you don't feel like walking (or running) to the start, we would suggest public transportation. Philadelphia's mass transit system, SEPTA, offers two subway lines, regional rail service to and from the surrounding suburbs, and bus service throughout the city. Please contact SEPTA at (215) 580-7800 for schedule information, drop-off and pick-up locations, and route detours. Don't forget to get information on SEPTA’s unlimited access one-day pass - you won’t want to miss any part of our great City while you’re here.
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Ride-hailing Services and RidesharesTo catch a cab in Center City, just head for the nearest street corner and flag one down. Or call the City Cab Company (215) 492-6500 or Quaker City Cab (215) 726- 6000. And, of course, there is always UBER OR LYFT.
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Road Closure InformationVERY IMPORTANT: Please Note the MLK Bridge is closed to vehicular traffic. Due to Homeland Security precautions, the Ben Franklin Parkway will be closed from 20th Street through the Art Museum from 3:00 am through 10:00 am. Please plan accordingly and allow extra time for arrival and parking.
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ParkingSeveral parking lots and garages are conveniently located on or near Benjamin Franklin Parkway. If you get to the race early enough, you may also find free street parking in and around the race area. The Love Run Half Marathon has no direct relationship with any parking companies. Some lots are available for parking without an attendant upon entering, with payment upon exit.
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Handicap ParkingHandicap parking is available on 22nd and the Parkway near the start line. Please stop by the information tent at the expo or at the finish festival (race morning) to acquire a handicap parking placard.
RACE DAY FAQS
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Public TransportationCenter City is compact and very walkable. If you don't feel like walking (or running) to the start, we would suggest public transportation. Philadelphia's mass transit system, SEPTA, offers two subway lines, regional rail service to and from the surrounding suburbs, and bus service throughout the city. Please contact SEPTA at (215) 580-7800 for schedule information, drop-off and pick-up locations, and route detours. Don't forget to get information on SEPTA’s unlimited access one-day pass - you won’t want to miss any part of our great City while you’re here.
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Ride-hailing Services and RidesharesTo catch a cab in Center City, just head for the nearest street corner and flag one down. Or call the City Cab Company (215) 492-6500 or Quaker City Cab (215) 726- 6000. And, of course, there is always UBER OR LYFT.
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Road Closure InformationVERY IMPORTANT: Please Note the MLK Bridge is closed to vehicular traffic. Due to Homeland Security precautions, the Ben Franklin Parkway will be closed from 20th Street through the Art Museum from 3:00 am through 10:00 am. Please plan accordingly and allow extra time for arrival and parking.
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ParkingSeveral parking lots and garages are conveniently located on or near Benjamin Franklin Parkway. If you get to the race early enough, you may also find free street parking in and around the race area. The Love Run Half Marathon has no direct relationship with any parking companies. Some lots are available for parking without an attendant upon entering, with payment upon exit.
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Handicap ParkingHandicap parking is available on 22nd and the Parkway near the start line. Please stop by the information tent at the expo or at the finish festival (race morning) to acquire a handicap parking placard.
TEAMS FAQS
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Public TransportationCenter City is compact and very walkable. If you don't feel like walking (or running) to the start, we would suggest public transportation. Philadelphia's mass transit system, SEPTA, offers two subway lines, regional rail service to and from the surrounding suburbs, and bus service throughout the city. Please contact SEPTA at (215) 580-7800 for schedule information, drop-off and pick-up locations, and route detours. Don't forget to get information on SEPTA’s unlimited access one-day pass - you won’t want to miss any part of our great City while you’re here.
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Ride-hailing Services and RidesharesTo catch a cab in Center City, just head for the nearest street corner and flag one down. Or call the City Cab Company (215) 492-6500 or Quaker City Cab (215) 726- 6000. And, of course, there is always UBER OR LYFT.
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Road Closure InformationVERY IMPORTANT: Please Note the MLK Bridge is closed to vehicular traffic. Due to Homeland Security precautions, the Ben Franklin Parkway will be closed from 20th Street through the Art Museum from 3:00 am through 10:00 am. Please plan accordingly and allow extra time for arrival and parking.
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ParkingSeveral parking lots and garages are conveniently located on or near Benjamin Franklin Parkway. If you get to the race early enough, you may also find free street parking in and around the race area. The Love Run Half Marathon has no direct relationship with any parking companies. Some lots are available for parking without an attendant upon entering, with payment upon exit.
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Handicap ParkingHandicap parking is available on 22nd and the Parkway near the start line. Please stop by the information tent at the expo or at the finish festival (race morning) to acquire a handicap parking placard.
Pacers
10 Miler: Pace groups from A Snail’s Pace will be available with the following minutes per mile pace times:
7:00, 7:30, 8:00, 8:30, 9:00, 9:30, 10:00, 10:30, 11:00, 11:30, and 12:00.
POST RACE INFO
POST RACE FAQS
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Public TransportationCenter City is compact and very walkable. If you don't feel like walking (or running) to the start, we would suggest public transportation. Philadelphia's mass transit system, SEPTA, offers two subway lines, regional rail service to and from the surrounding suburbs, and bus service throughout the city. Please contact SEPTA at (215) 580-7800 for schedule information, drop-off and pick-up locations, and route detours. Don't forget to get information on SEPTA’s unlimited access one-day pass - you won’t want to miss any part of our great City while you’re here.
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Ride-hailing Services and RidesharesTo catch a cab in Center City, just head for the nearest street corner and flag one down. Or call the City Cab Company (215) 492-6500 or Quaker City Cab (215) 726- 6000. And, of course, there is always UBER OR LYFT.
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Road Closure InformationVERY IMPORTANT: Please Note the MLK Bridge is closed to vehicular traffic. Due to Homeland Security precautions, the Ben Franklin Parkway will be closed from 20th Street through the Art Museum from 3:00 am through 10:00 am. Please plan accordingly and allow extra time for arrival and parking.
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ParkingSeveral parking lots and garages are conveniently located on or near Benjamin Franklin Parkway. If you get to the race early enough, you may also find free street parking in and around the race area. The Love Run Half Marathon has no direct relationship with any parking companies. Some lots are available for parking without an attendant upon entering, with payment upon exit.
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Handicap ParkingHandicap parking is available on 22nd and the Parkway near the start line. Please stop by the information tent at the expo or at the finish festival (race morning) to acquire a handicap parking placard.
POST-RACE
SUNDAY, MARCH 30
9:00AM - 12:00PM
All runners (over 21 years of age) will receive a free beer when you finish.
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Public TransportationCenter City is compact and very walkable. If you don't feel like walking (or running) to the start, we would suggest public transportation. Philadelphia's mass transit system, SEPTA, offers two subway lines, regional rail service to and from the surrounding suburbs, and bus service throughout the city. Please contact SEPTA at (215) 580-7800 for schedule information, drop-off and pick-up locations, and route detours. Don't forget to get information on SEPTA’s unlimited access one-day pass - you won’t want to miss any part of our great City while you’re here.
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Ride-hailing Services and RidesharesTo catch a cab in Center City, just head for the nearest street corner and flag one down. Or call the City Cab Company (215) 492-6500 or Quaker City Cab (215) 726- 6000. And, of course, there is always UBER OR LYFT.
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Road Closure InformationVERY IMPORTANT: Please Note the MLK Bridge is closed to vehicular traffic. Due to Homeland Security precautions, the Ben Franklin Parkway will be closed from 20th Street through the Art Museum from 3:00 am through 10:00 am. Please plan accordingly and allow extra time for arrival and parking.
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ParkingSeveral parking lots and garages are conveniently located on or near Benjamin Franklin Parkway. If you get to the race early enough, you may also find free street parking in and around the race area. The Love Run Half Marathon has no direct relationship with any parking companies. Some lots are available for parking without an attendant upon entering, with payment upon exit.
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Handicap ParkingHandicap parking is available on 22nd and the Parkway near the start line. Please stop by the information tent at the expo or at the finish festival (race morning) to acquire a handicap parking placard.
REGISTER FOR 2026
Register for the 2026 Love Run for only $75 - the lowest price available! Grab your QR code (found in your athlete bag postcard or throughout the expo) and Save big.
COMMEMORATE YOUR RACE
BEACH CITIES CHALLENGE
The Beach Cities Challenge is a participation challenge involving the Surf City Marathon presented by 361°, Long Beach Marathon, and OC Marathon events. Participants that complete these races consecutively are eligible to collect an additional medal after finishing their race. Participants must have completed the following races (in person or virtually) to be eligible to complete the Beach Cities Challenge at this race.
Those completing their third race, and thus, completing the Beach Cities Challenge at the race will have the BCC box on their Sunday race bib denoted with a marking. If you are completing the Beach Cities Challenge at this race, but do not have the BCC designation, please visit the Solutions table in the Bib Pick-Up tent and our team will be able to assist you.
2024 Hoag OC Marathon Running Festival: Half Marathon or Marathon
2024 Long Beach Marathon:
Half Marathon or Marathon
THANK YOU TO OUR 2025 PARTNERS
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