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Philadelphia Marathon

A beautiful course over historic terrain

Date: 11/23/2008 - 11/23/2008

Racing down the historic streets of Philadelphia

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Other running choices include a Half Marathon, now in its third year, as well as an 8K Run sponsored by the Rothman Institute. Fans have access to a series of fan-friendly zones, where spectators can enjoy music and food as they cheer on competitors.

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One of the most historic races in the nation, the Philadelphia Marathon covers fast and mostly flat terrain, crossing the heart of Philadelphia and some of the city’s most iconic landmarks — including Independence Hall, the Betsy Ross House and the Liberty Bell.

The course passes along the charming streets of Old City on Penn’s Landing by the Delaware River, eventually arriving near the green and leafy pathways of the recently restored Fairmount Water Works, located on the Schuylkill River.

Racing in the City

Warm up for the race at the sports and fitness expo, held at Eakins Oval, where runners can pick up their gear and register on the Friday and Saturday before the race.

For Kids: Aspiring young marathoners will enjoy the 7th annual Verizon Kids Fun Run, a series of non-competitive races for children ages 4 to 12 on Saturday, November 22. There will be plenty of prizes, new friends, and a fun way to break into the sport of running — plus the first 250 participants get lots of cool prizes!

Spectators can look forward to entertainment at a series of “Express Zones,” featuring food and music, at various points along the course. When the race is over, everyone can relax and enjoy the rest of the city’s vibrant nightlife — with a well-earned gourmet meal, some live music or an evening at the theater.

COME PREPARED

Register online at Philadelphia Marathon. The last day for registration is Wednesday, November 14, or until a maximum of 18,000 race participants is reached.

DON'T MISS

The carb-loading dinner, now a Philadelphia Marathon tradition, is held the Saturday night before the race at the Pennsylvania Convention Center (12th and Arch Streets). This event features live music and sells out early, so be sure to get tickets when you register online to run, or at the Health and Fitness Expo.

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