General Race Information

A True American Classic

The ING Philadelphia Distance Run has been the premier half marathon in the U.S. for 30 years. This prestigious race will again feature bands every mile. As you run through Philadelphia's most celebrated sites, enjoy music along the historic and stunning course.

Race Date

Sunday, September 21, 2008

Start Times

Half Marathon: 7:45 am
Philadelphia Children's Run: 9:45 am

Average Weather Conditions

• Average at the Start: 63º
• Average at the Finish: 70º

Health & Fitness Expo

Friday, September 19: 11 am - 6 pm
Saturday, September 20: 9 am - 5 pm

Pennsylvania Convention Center
1101 Arch St
Philadelphia, PA 19107

You will pick up your race number, T-shirt and goodie bag at the ING Philadelphia Distance Run's Health & Fitness Expo. Exhibits at the Expo will feature free samples, fitness seminars and health screenings, plus the latest running shoes, sports apparel and health & nutrition products.

ChronoTrack

State of the art ChronoTrack systems will be used to record your times at start, on the course and at the finish. You will receive your true time from start line to finish line. The ChronoTrack system uses a UHF RFID disposable tag that allows you to walk away after the finish without the need to have your tag collected.

Live Web Results will be available on our web site, where family and friends may track your progress during the race. Unofficial results will be listed minutes after your finish.

Your tag is on the bib and is labeled with a # which matches you bib #. Follow the instructions in your registration packet or at the sample shoe station, to place the tag securely on your shoe. At the expo when you pick up your bib, please check that your bib has your correct name, sex age and tag #. Proceed to solutions if any information is incorrect.

Wheelchair Competition

Due in part to the course design, the wheelchair competition shall be limited to push rim wheel chairs. Handcycles are not permitted in the competition. More Info...

Finish Line Party

After crossing the finish line and replenishing with water, energy bars and other refreshments, meet up with friends and family in the Jefferson Hospital Family Reunion area. Enjoy live music at the finish line stage, sponsor exhibits and more food and drink at this rockin' post race party.

Children’s Run

Sunday, September 21, 2008

Our future half marathoners have their own event. Now in its 14th year, the ING Philadelphia Children’s Run features races and entertainment for children between the ages of 3 through 12.

Children's Events:

Awards & Medals

Commemorative awards will be presented in 15 age divisions for both men and women in the half marathon. All participants will receive an official event T-shirt, finisher’s medal and goodie bag. Half marathon finishers will also receive a Finisher’s Certificate by mail.

Age Divisions