Philadelphia Marathon & Half Marathon

6:57 a.m. Wheelchair and Handcycle competitions 7 a.m. Competition for runners 22nd Street and Benjamin Franklin Parkway, near the Philadelphia Museum of Art Thousands of runners will take to Philadelphia's scenic streets for 13.1 and 26.2 miles of American history. Runners will pass by Betsy Ross' house and the Liberty Bell, and will travel through Fairmount Park, one of the country's largest urban parks, and the hip neighborhoods of University City and Manayunk. The USATF-certified courses are fast, flat, athlete-friendly and held entirely within city limits. More than 20 designated spectator Cheer Zones will line the course on race day, featuring unobstructed, transportation-accessible, fan-friendly locations for fans to take in all the exciting action. To add to the race experience, some Cheer Zones will include food, and several are near cafes offering discounts, specials, and many more surprises.

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