🇺🇸Philadelphia, USA
Philadelphia Marathon
Nov 22, 2026
Distance
42.2 km
Elevation gain
205 m
Terrain
Road
Entry type
Open entry
PB potential
Good conditions for a solid performance
Beginner friendly
Great for newcomers — manageable course, strong support
About this race
Philadelphia's marathon runs through America's most historically significant city. The course passes the Philadelphia Museum of Art (the famous 'Rocky Steps'), Boathouse Row on the Schuylkill River, the leafy Fairmount Park, and returns through Center City past Independence Hall and Liberty Bell. The 205m of elevation is spread across rolling park terrain — not a flat course, but well within reach for trained runners. November conditions of 8–14°C are ideal. The race starts and finishes at the Philadelphia Museum of Art — one of the most recognisable race venues in American running. Course support is generous, and Philadelphia's passionate sports culture makes for excellent crowd energy.
Typical race-day weather
Temperature
8–15°C
Humidity
55–70%
Conditions
Cool November, often clear
Wind
10–20 km/h
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