The Inaugural 21.5K
- Date Sun 31st May 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Price Free
- Races 1 race
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Event summary
Join the excitement at the inaugural 21.5K in Philadelphia on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at 8 AM! This unique race, covering a distance of 13.3 miles, celebrates the vibrant culture and rich history of the City of Brotherly Love. Designed to complement the iconic Broad Street Run held earlier in the month, the 21.5K offers runners a fantastic opportunity to tackle a longer distance just before the summer heat arrives.
The race starts and finishes in North Philly, winding through diverse neighborhoods and past significant landmarks, creating a festive atmosphere that connects communities across the city. With participation limited to just 215 runners and 35 volunteers, this exclusive event aims to commemorate both Philadelphia's area code and America’s 250th anniversary. Don't miss out on this open streets course, complete with supportive pace groups to keep everyone together. Lace-up your running shoes and get ready for an unforgettable day of camaraderie and celebration!
The race starts and finishes in North Philly, winding through diverse neighborhoods and past significant landmarks, creating a festive atmosphere that connects communities across the city. With participation limited to just 215 runners and 35 volunteers, this exclusive event aims to commemorate both Philadelphia's area code and America’s 250th anniversary. Don't miss out on this open streets course, complete with supportive pace groups to keep everyone together. Lace-up your running shoes and get ready for an unforgettable day of camaraderie and celebration!
Organiser's Description
Set to take place on May 31, 2026 at 8am, the inaugural 21.5K is a half marathon(+) (13.3 miles) event that celebrates the culture and history of Philly.
Meant to complement the Broad Street Run, held on the first Sunday of May each year, the 21.5K takes place on the final Sunday of May, offering participants a final opportunity to take on a longer distance through the city before the summer heat sets in.
The race begins and finishes in North Philly, creating a route that connects neighborhoods, landmarks, and communities across Philly before returning to where it all started.
Participation is limited to 215 runners and (at least) 35 volunteers, for a goal of 250 total participants celebrating both Philly (215) and Americas 250th anniversary.
PLEASE NOTE: The INAGURAL 21.5K will take place on an open streets course. Pace groups will help keep the community together, but participants are expected to follow all traffic laws and signals at all times, remain aware of their surroundings, and run safely and responsibly throughout the community.
Meant to complement the Broad Street Run, held on the first Sunday of May each year, the 21.5K takes place on the final Sunday of May, offering participants a final opportunity to take on a longer distance through the city before the summer heat sets in.
The race begins and finishes in North Philly, creating a route that connects neighborhoods, landmarks, and communities across Philly before returning to where it all started.
Participation is limited to 215 runners and (at least) 35 volunteers, for a goal of 250 total participants celebrating both Philly (215) and Americas 250th anniversary.
PLEASE NOTE: The INAGURAL 21.5K will take place on an open streets course. Pace groups will help keep the community together, but participants are expected to follow all traffic laws and signals at all times, remain aware of their surroundings, and run safely and responsibly throughout the community.
Races
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The 21.5k (~13.3 Miles)
Incl. T-Shirt
Sun 31st May 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
Free
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Location
900 W Hunting Park Ave, Philadelphia, 19140, PA, United States
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