Philadelphia Distance Run

Yesterday was so fun, we couldn’t wait to start thinking about next year.

Registration for the 2027 Philadelphia Distance Run Half Marathon & 5K is officially OPEN!

Join us Sunday, September 19th, 2027 for another year of fast times, first times and fun times through Philadelphia. Come back for another half marathon, 5k or make 2027 your first PDR!

Our lowest registration prices are available now. Save the date, grab your spot and let’s do it all again in 2027!

Medal Monday looks good on you Philly 🏅

Congratulations to every athlete who crossed the Philadelphia Distance Run finish line yesterday! From fast times to first times, we had the best time with all of you.

Show us your medal and tag us in your race day photos, we want to celebrate YOU 🎉

This year PDR is partnering with Rita’s Water Ice of Doylestown, Newtown, and Rockledge for a sweet finish line treat. Look for their truck at the finish line and grab a cup. In addition, they are providing 1,500 scoops to Students Run Philly Style participants. Thank you to Rita’s Water Ice of Doylestown, Newtown, and Rockledge!

Race day is our favorite day 🩵🩷

The finish is waiting for you! Good luck athletes 🎉

Less than one hour to pick up your bib before race day! Head to WHYY (150 N. 6th Street) before 5pm - remember, there is no general bib pickup on Sunday.

We kicked off day 2 of the PDR Expo Presented by Brooks with a shakeout run lead by our friends at Q***r Run and community conversation featuring a group of amazing panelists and moderators. The livestream is posted if you missed the talk!

Don’t forget: there is no general race day bib pickup! Stop by WHYY before 5pm to pick up your bib, race shirt and more 👟

It’s officially race weekend! First stop: the PDR Expo Presented by Brooks at WHYY.

📍 WHYY: 150 N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106

Friday, 9/18/26: 11:00AM-6:00pm
Saturday, 9/19/26: 9:00AM – 5:00pm

See you soon!