Saucony Love Run Philadelphia Half Marathon

Saucony Love Run Philadelphia Half Marathon is the city's headline spring race, held in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on March 21, 2027, with a half marathon (13.1 miles) and a 7K (4.3 miles). More than 11,000 runners turn out each year for a flat, fast course through historic Philadelphia that passes Eakins Oval, follows the Schuylkill River Trail, and climbs the famous art museum steps, the ones with the Rocky statue. Expect live music, team challenges, personalized bibs, and a finish party with Philly-themed food and drink for both distances.

A flat March half is a good place to chase a personal best or a qualifying time, provided you have done the work: 12 to 14 weeks with a weekend long run building toward 12 miles and one weekly tempo at goal pace. The 7K is a friendlier option, short enough to race off general fitness and a sensible pick if you are supporting someone in the half.