Philadelphia Love Run Half Marathon & 7K

Get ready to kick off spring in the City of Brotherly Love! Love Run Philadelphia is the city’s premier spring running event, bringing together thousands of runners, walkers, and supporters for a weekend full of energy, iconic city views, and unforgettable experiences.

📅 Date: Sunday, March 29, 2026
📍 Start & Finish: Eakins Oval at the Philadelphia Museum of Art (Benjamin Franklin Parkway). Sign up here!

Whether you’re chasing a personal best or joining in for the fun, Love Run Philly offers two exciting race distances:

• Half Marathon (13.1 miles):
  Experience a scenic run through historic Philadelphia streets, past cultural landmarks and along the Benjamin Franklin Parkway — finishing back at Eakins Oval near the famous “Rocky Steps.”

• 7K Run/Walk:
  A fun, fast, and super-flat course that covers about 4.35 miles, perfect for runners of all levels or those stepping up from shorter distances. It follows much of the half marathon route and starts/ends at the iconic museum steps.

💛 More Than a Race:
Love Run Philly is known for its vibrant atmosphere — from personalized vanity bibs and great swag to team challenges and a festive finish-line celebration with Philly-themed food. It’s more than a run, it’s a city-wide celebration of community, health, and positivity.

🌎 Join the Crowd:
Each year this event sells out with more than 11,000 runners from across the nation, making it a must-do destination race and a perfect way to celebrate spring in Philadelphia.