2024 Philadelphia Marathon Weekend

The Philadelphia Marathon has grown tremendously since our first race in 1994. Our beautiful and scenic course takes runners past historic landmarks, through urban neighborhoods, and along Philadelphia's picturesque waterfronts. Race Weekend 2024 features the AACR Philadelphia Marathon and Nemours Children's Run on Sunday, November 24; the Dietz & Watson Philadelphia Half Marathon and Rothman Orthopaedics 8K on Saturday, November 23; and a free two-day Health & Fitness Expo on Friday, November 22 and Saturday, November 23.

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5 Race Weekend Schedule 11 Health & Fitness Expo 13 Seminar Series 16 Nemours Children’s Run 18 Eakins Oval Map/Corral Map 20 Rothman Orthopaedics 8K 22 Dietz & Watson Philadelphia Half Marathon 24 AACR Philadelphia Marathon 28 Transportation

32 About the AACR Philadelphia Marathon and Rules 35 Race Day Prep & Info 36 Cheer Zones 38 Safety Procedures 41 After the Race 42 For the Love of Running 44 Partners and Affiliates 48 Ambassador Guide to Race Weekend

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SCHEDULE RACE WEEKEND H H H FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 22 Health & Fitness Expo & Nemours Children’s Fun Zone 12:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Hall F 12th & Arch Streets SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 23 Dietz & Watson Philadelphia Half Marathon 6:55 a.m. – Push rim wheelchair athletes 7:00 a.m. – Athletes 22nd Street & Benjamin Franklin Parkway Rothman Orthopaedics 8K 10:55 a.m. – Push rim wheelchair athletes 11:00 a.m. – Athletes 25th Street and Kelly Drive Health & Fitness Weekend Expo 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center Hall F 12th & Arch Streets

Nemours Children’s Fun Zone 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (Bib Pickup and Children’s Activities) Von Colln Memorial Field (Adjacent to 22nd Street & Benjamin Franklin Parkway) SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 24 AACR Philadelphia Marathon 6:55 a.m. – Push rim wheelchair athletes 7:00 a.m. – Athletes 22nd Street & Benjamin Franklin Parkway Nemours Children’s Run On-site registration and family activities begin at 8:00 a.m. Races begin at 10:00 a.m. Von Colln Memorial Field (Adjacent to 22nd Street & Benjamin Franklin Parkway)

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Dear Philadelphia Marathon Weekend Participants, On behalf of the City of Philadelphia, it is my honor to welcome you to the 31st running of the AACR Philadelphia Marathon! This year’s AACR Philadelphia Marathon is especially meaningful for me as it is my first official Philadelphia Marathon Weekend as your 100th Mayor of Philadelphia. This event embodies the spirit of “One Philly, a United City!”— where participants, families, and friends from all walks of life come together in a shared celebration of endurance, camaraderie, and pride. For the first time since its inception in 1994, all three races—the AACR Philadelphia Marathon, the Dietz & Watson Philadelphia Half Marathon, and the Rothman Orthopaedics 8K—have sold out. This remarkable achievement speaks to the exceptional caliber of our race weekend and is a testament to the dedication and hard work of our City of Philadelphia staff, who have worked hard to make this one of the premier race weekends in the nation. As you navigate the course, passing some of Philadelphia’s most cherished landmarks and neighborhoods, your friends, family, and all of Philadelphia will be proudly cheering and celebrating your accomplishments as you cross that final stretch.

I wish each of you the best of luck and a memorable experience in our great City of Philadelphia. Welcome, and may you enjoy a truly unforgettable race weekend! Sincerely, Mayor Cherelle L. Parker, City of Philadelphia

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Hello Runners, Welcome to Philadelphia and welcome to the 2024 Philadelphia Marathon Weekend! This year we are celebrating a sold-out race weekend with the largest participation to date. The weekend will be full of exciting events including the Philadelphia Marathon Health & Fitness Expo, the Nemours Children’s Run, the Rothman Orthopaedics 8K, the Dietz & Watson Philadelphia Half Marathon, AACR Philadelphia Marathon. We know that you will have a fun, safe and quality experience throughout the race weekend. We’re thrilled to welcome participants from around the world to Philadelphia’s Marathon Weekend. The energy and spirit of Marathon Weekend in Philadelphia are truly unmatched. As we celebrate the 31st running of the AACR Philadelphia Marathon, I invite everyone to join us along the race route to experience the excitement, inspiration, and unity that resonates throughout each neighborhood. We’re proud to partner with our community to deliver an exhilarating and unforgettable weekend for all. Our continued commitment to improvement led to the implementation of prize money and awards in the Open Division. This new change celebrates a broader array of participants. We feel that the increased interest and participation in our race, reflected by all three sold-out race events, is a direct acknowledgment that Philadelphia hosts one of the top races in the country. Finally, we’d like to issue a huge thank you to our executive team and our partners who helped to make this race happen, their commitment to creating a quality experience shows through every aspect of this event. We know you have many races to choose from and we humbly thank you for selecting the Philadelphia Marathon Weekend as your race of choice. Good luck and see you all at the start line.

Sincerely Yours, David G. Wilson Deputy Managing Director General Services

Kathleen Titus 2024 Philadelphia Marathon Weekend Race Director

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CANCER RESEARCH SAVES LIVES As the title partner of the AACR Philadelphia Marathon, the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) is proud to work alongside the City of Philadelphia to promote health, wellness, and cancer research. ®

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Welcome back, runners! The American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) is honored to return for its 8th year as the title partner for the AACR Philadelphia Marathon. Although we’re a global organization with more than 58,000 members in 142 countries, the AACR is headquartered right here in Philadelphia. I’m grateful for the opportunity to partner with the City of Philadelphia to make health and cancer prevention a priority not only for Philadelphians, but for the participants and spectators here this weekend from all over the world. My congratulations go to every runner and volunteer who is participating in the Philadelphia Marathon Weekend. Your commitment to raising awareness and critical funding for cancer research is making a difference—and saving lives. Your miles and donations result in more grants for scientists, more clinical trials, and, ultimately, more cancer cures. I’d especially like to thank the AACR Runners for Research who are participating in this year’s race. Comprised of cancer survivors, caregivers, and anyone who is passionate about defeating cancer, the AACR Runners for Research team is devoted to raising funds for lifesaving cancer research. Thanks to the generosity of caring people like you, the AACR has awarded more than $545 million in grants for scientists to make innovative advancements in cancer research. With your continued dedication, we can achieve even more together. It’s not too late to show your support with a donation to enable the next wave of discoveries to benefit cancer patients and their families. Visit AACR.org/Marathon to contribute today. Thank You, Mitch Stoller Chief Philanthropic Officer and Vice President of Development American Association for Cancer Research

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The Philadelphia Marathon Weekend requests that all entrants to the Marathon Expo refrain from bringing any large bags (backpacks, duffel bags, suitcases, etc.) to the Pennsylvania Convention Center. We request that these items remain at your home, place of work or hotel room. All bags that enter the Expo are subject to inspection Bring your government-issued photo ID OR your confirmation email. A government- issued ID is needed to verify the athlete’s registered name only, and to make sure that the name on the athlete’s ID matches that on the athlete’s registration. The name registered may vary from bib name. We are verifying registered name only. If a representative is picking up your race materials, you must provide them with your confirmation email and a copy of your government-issued photo ID (a copy of your ID is sufficient). They will also need to show their own government-issued photo ID. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 22 12:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Hall F 12th & Arch Streets SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 23 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Hall F 12th & Arch Streets TO-DO AT THE HEALTH & FITNESS EXPO: • Pick up your participant packet (bib, race shirt, athlete’s bag, etc.). • Purchase your official 2024 Philadelphia Marathon Race Weekend Merchandise. • Attend informative seminars. • Get your last-minute questions about the course and race-day activities answered. • Visit vendors selling running apparel, shoes, and the latest timing and tracking technology, accessories, distributing product samples, and offering wellness tips. • NEMOURS CHILDREN’S ZONE AT THE HEALTH & FITNESS EXPO (Friday only): The Nemours Children’s Zone offers an assortment of interactive games and activities for the whole family to enjoy, including face painting and arts and crafts on Friday (12 p.m. to 9 p.m.)

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EXPO EXHIBITORS HEALTH AND FITNESS

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Nuun Hydration

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AARP

Active Miles/Miles for Mental Health

Ageless Men’s Health

Alleviate LLC

Anker SoundCore (Fantasia)

Bill Rodgers

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Bluegreen Vacations

Charm City Run

City of Philadelphia-Department of Health Drexel University/LeBow College of Business

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GE Appliances Kentucky Derby Festival

Greenepsych Sport Psychology

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Janif Marketing Group

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MOTIV-LOVE RUN

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Namirsa Nathan

National Running Center

Philadelphia Runner

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Power Home Remodeling

Publix Gasparilla Distance Classic

Race Dots

Raisin’ Cain’s Chicken Fingers

Renewal by Anderson

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Rock N Roll Running Series

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FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 2024 12:30–1:30 pm – Speaker Series Jared Ward, Aliphine Tuliamuk & Lauren Fleshman

Olympians and Professional Elite Marathoners Moderator: Bart Yasso Upfront and Personal with Jared, Aliphine & Lauren (Speaker Series Stage) 1:45–2:45 p.m. – Meet & Greet Jared Ward, Aliphine Tuliamuk & Lauren Fleshman Olympians and Professional Elite Marathoners Concourse Area (Hall F) 2:15–3:00 p.m. – Speaker Series Mark Sullivan Charter Philadelphia Marathon Legacy Member iRun-iCoach Kathleen Titus Race Director and Running USA Board President Course Preview with the Race Director: Get the inside scoop on all the Philly Marathon Weekend races! (Speaker Series Stage) 3:15–4:00 p.m. – Speaker Series Bart Yasso Marathoner, Author, Past Editor – Runner’s World Bill Rodgers Past Olympic Marathoner, 4x Winner – Boston Marathon & Author Marathon Running Over the Years (Speaker Series Stage) 4:15–4:45 p.m. – Meet & Greet Bart Yasso Marathoner, Author, Past Editor – Runner’s World Bill Rodgers Former Olympic Marathoner 4x Winner – Boston & New York Marathons, Author Concourse Area (Hall F) 4:15–5:00 p.m. – Speaker Series Chris Koch Farmer, Adaptive Athlete, Traveler, Motivational Speaker If I Can: Making the most of what you have, instead of worrying about what you don’t have (Speaker Series Stage) 5:15–6:15 p.m. – Speaker Series Jared Ward, Aliphine Tuliamuk & Lauren Fleshman Olympians and Professional Elite Marathoners Moderator: Bart Yasso Upfront and Personal with Jared, Aliphine & Lauren ( Speaker Series Stage) 6:30–7:30 p.m. – Meet & Greet Jared Ward, Aliphine Tuliamuk & Lauren Fleshman Olympians and Professional Elite Marathoners Concourse Area (Hall F) 7:00–7:45 p.m. – Speaker Series Mark Sullivan Charter Philadelphia Marathon Legacy Member iRun-iCoach The Course: What You Need to Know (Speaker Series Stage)

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SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 23, 2024 10:00–10:45 a.m. – Speaker Series Bart Yasso Marathoner, Author, Past Editor – Runner’s World Bill Rodgers Past Olympic Marathoner, 4x Winner – Boston Marathon & Author Marathon Running Over the Years (Speaker Series Stage) 11:00–11:45 a.m. – Speaker Series Chris Koch Farmer, Adaptive Athlete, Traveler, Motivational Speaker If I Can: Making the most of what you have, instead of worrying about what you don’t have (Speaker Series Stage) 12:00–12:45 p.m. – Speaker Series Mark Sullivan Charter Philadelphia Marathon Legacy Member iRun-iCoach The Course: What You Need to Know (Speaker Series Stage) 12:00–1:00 p.m. – Kids Zone, Activation Jared Ward, Aliphine Tuliamuk & Lauren Fleshman Olympians and Professional Elite Marathoners Champions In Training: Enjoy a shakeout and Q&A session with the Pros—maybe even race them! (Von Colln Memorial Field) 1:15–2:00 p.m. – Speaker Series Dr. Mitch Greene Clinical & Sport Psychologist Mind Over Distance: A Sport Psychologist’s Top Tips for Winning the Marathon’s Mental Game (Speaker Series Stage) 2:15–3:00 p.m. – Speaker Series Jared Ward, Aliphine Tuliamuk & Lauren Fleshman Olympians and Professional Elite Marathoners Moderator: Bart Yasso Upfront and Personal with Jared, Aliphine & Lauren (Speaker Series Stage) 3:15–4:00 p.m. – Meet & Greet

Jared Ward, Aliphine Tuliamuk & Lauren Fleshman Olympians and Professional Elite Marathoners

Concourse Area (Hall F) Runner Tracking

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NEMOURS CHILDREN’S ZONE Philadelphia Marathon Weeekend Von Colln Field Children's Zone is open Sat, November 23 from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm and Sun, November 24 from 8:00 am - 12:00 pm

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RUN H H H NEMOURS CHILDREN’S All registration for the Children’s Run is online only ($15 per child; no paper registration or onsite payment processing; no cash, Venmo, checks, or credit card). Friday (noon to 9 p.m.) Health & Fitness Expo (Pennsylvania Convention Center, Hall F 12th & Arch Streets) Online race registration (subject to availability) and bib pickup – come by the Nemours Children’s Zone to pick up your child’s race bib or get them registered! We’ll have some fun activities for kids to build excitement for Marathon Weekend. Saturday (9 a.m. to 1 p.m.) Von Colln Memorial Field (adjacent to 22nd Street & Benjamin Franklin Parkway) Pre-Children’s Run online registration (subject to availability) and bib pickup Come early and enjoy a variety of activities, including giant inflatables, balloon art, caricatures and temporary tattoos. The Philadelphia Union will be hosting soccer clinics and sharing physical health and fitness tips directly from their coaches. Shuttles will be provided from the Health & Fitness Expo (shuttle route #A on Broad & Arch Street) to Von Colln Memorial Field on Saturday until 1 p.m. Sunday (8 a.m. to noon) Von Colln Memorial Field (adjacent to 22nd Street & Benjamin Franklin Parkway) Online race registration only (subject to availability) and bib pickup begins at 8 a.m. Join us for The Nemours Children’s Run – a series of short distance dashes beginning at 10 a.m. Runners may only compete in their age group. One race per child. Race distances are age specific. Children will get the thrill of running along the Benjamin Franklin Parkway and will

receive an event t-shirt, one finisher medal, and special goodies. Because this run is all about fun, athletes will not be timed.

Come early and enjoy a variety of activities, including giant inflatables, balloon art, caricatures and temporary tattoos. The Philadelphia Union will be hosting soccer clinics and sharing physical health and fitness tips directly from their coaches. To join the run, children must have a parent or guardian present. Adults may watch but are not allowed to participate in the run.

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Entrance Exit

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Runners Reunion

Merch

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1. Rothman (Saturday Only) 2. AACR 3. XACT 4. Go Go SqueeZ 5. Yakult 6. Ford 7. Dietz & Watson 8. Philadelphia Union 9. Nemours

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AGE GROUP AWARDS Age group awards (list below) will be given to the top five finishers in the men’s and women’s categories and the top three finishers in the non-binary category. Age group awards will be mailed to age-group winners post-Marathon Weekend.

12 to 15 16 to 19 20 to 24 25 to 29 30 to 34

35 to 39 40 to 44 45 to 49 50 to 54 55 to 59

60 to 64 65 to 69 70 to 74 75 to 79 80+

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SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 23 Dietz & Watson Philadelphia Half Marathon 6:55 a.m. – Push rim wheelchair athletes 7:00 a.m. – Athletes 22nd Street & Benjamin Franklin Parkway

40 to 44 45 to 49 50 to 54 55 to 59 60 to 64

65 to 69 70 to 74 75 to 79 80+

20 to 24 25 to 29 30 to 34 35 to 39

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SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 24 AACR Philadelphia Marathon 6:55 a.m. – Push rim wheelchair athletes 7:00 a.m. – Athletes 22nd Street & Benjamin Franklin Parkway

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10 40 to 44 45 to 49 50 to 54 55 to 59 60 to 64

12 65 to 69 70 to 74 75 to 79 80+

20 to 24 25 to 29 30 to 34 35 to 39

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2024 SHUTTLE SCHEDULE Shuttle buses will be available on both Saturday and Sunday to take you from the hotel to the start area and back again. If you arrive after the last shuttle has left, you will be responsible to get to the start area on your own. Race participants are given priority on all shuttles and service animals of runners only are permitted on buses. Also remember, you will need to clear security when you get to the race area, so be sure to give yourself enough time. Route A pickup point – Broad & Arch Sts Route B pickup point – 13th & Filbert Sts (Hotels: Hilton Garden Inn, Lowes, Marriott, the Notary, Le Meridien, Residence Inn, SEPTA EL) Route C pickup point – Broad & Locust (Hotels: The Bellevue, Cambria Hotel, Doubletree, Ritz Carlton, PATCO)

Route D pickup point – 1800 Market St (Hotels: Sofitel, Sonesta, Hyatt Centric)

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SHUTTLE BUS PICK-UP TIMES: Saturday, November 23rd (Race starts at 7:00 a.m.)

The first bus will leave the meeting point at 5:00 a.m. Buses will leave approximately every 10–15 minutes, or as they fill. The last bus will leave the pickup points at 6:00 a.m. Return buses will pick-up Routes A/B at 22nd and Pennsylvania and Routes C/D at 24th Street & Park Towne Place beginning at 10:00 a.m. and will run continuously until 2:00 p.m. They will drop all riders for Routes A/B at Broad & Arch St. and for Routes C/D at Broad & Sansom or 1800 Market St. Sunday, November 24th (Race starts at 7:00 a.m.) The first bus will leave the meeting point at 5:00 a.m. Buses will leave approximately every 10–15 minutes, or as they fill. The last bus will leave the pickup point at 6:00 a.m. Return buses will pick-up Routes A/B at 22nd and Pennsylvania and Routes C/D at 24th Street & Park Towne Place beginning at 10:00 a.m. and will run continuously until 2:00 p.m. They will drop all riders for Routes A/B at Broad & Arch St. and for Routes C/D at Broad & Sansom or 1800 Market St. BIKE VALET AT THE PHILADELPHIA MARATHON WEEKEND Bike Valet at the Philadelphia Marathon Race Weekend will be available at River Field for anyone who wishes to bring their bike to the event. River Field is located at 24th Street & Park Towne Place (440-442 North 24th Street). The Bike Valet area can be accessed on the south side of Eakins Oval and will be accessible from Park Towne Place, Schuylkill Trails, MLK Drive or from West Philadelphia via the Spring Garden Street Bridge. Bikes will be subject to screening by the Philadelphia Police Department and will be held in a secure area during the events. Bike valet hours are:

Saturday: November 23, 2024 – 5:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. Sunday: November 24, 2024 – 5:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m.

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FISCAL AGENT AND CHARITABLE IMPACT The Philadelphia Marathon Weekend is supported by our fiscal agent, the Philadelphia City Fund. PCF provides fiduciary oversight, financial management, technical assistance, and other administrative services to support the success of the Marathon. The Philadelphia Marathon is the Philadelphia City Fund’s only program that generates unrestricted revenue, a portion of which is allocated for grantmaking to support the Philadelphia community each year. Through its Community Fund, PCF invests those proceeds in charitable projects that improve the quality of life for our residents. The Philadelphia Marathon Weekend is proud of its partnership with the Philadelphia City Fund and the impact of PCF’s signature community-focused grantmaking initiative. COURSE INFORMATION The course is fast, with course check points at the 2.2 mile, 10K, 15K, 13.1 mile, 30K, 40K marks. Hydration stations are set up throughout the length of the course. Portable toilets will be located at the Start/Finish Area and at each hydration station. The AACR Philadelphia Marathon, the Dietz & Watson Philadelphia Half Marathon, and the Rothman Orthopaedics 8K are USATF and World Athletic certified courses. The AACR Philadelphia Marathon is a qualifier for the Boston Marathon RULES • Only athletes, event staff/vendors, athlete guides, wheelchair handlers and emergency personnel will be permitted to enter the secured zones at the start & finish areas prior to 8 a.m. NOTE: Spectators will NOT be permitted into the secure running area until 8:00 a.m. on both Saturday and Sunday. See race map for details. PHILADELPHIA MARATHON WEEKEND ABOUT THE H H H

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• You must run in the event you signed up for during registration. Race weekend switches are not permitted. If you run in an event that you did not sign up for, your results will not be valid and you will not be eligible for awards or prizes. • Athletes should be prepared to show their race bib to security personnel. • Prior to approaching the security area, please secure your bib at all four corners on the front of your chest of your outermost layer at all times. • Participants must follow and stay on the course and remain on proper side of roads as directed. • Unofficial entrants are not permitted on the course. • Only athletes, walkers, and push-rim wheelchairs are allowed on the course. Wheelchair competitors must wear helmets and attach two fluorescent flags (orange preferred) to the back of their chair, 6 feet high from the ground. • No participants going backwards, animals, bicycles, baby strollers, baby joggers, roller skates, scooters, or skateboards allowed. All spectator bikers will be removed from the course. • Due to safety concerns, handcrank bikes are not permitted at any of the 2024 Philadelphia Marathon Weekend events. • All participants must maintain at least a 16-minute per mile pace throughout the course. • The timing device is part of your bib and must be worn as instructed to ensure accurate results. • SAG Vehicles will rove the course and be located at water stops. Please go to a water stop when you want to board a SAG vehicle. • Participants agree to follow the instructions of race, medical, and police officials. Participants in violation of these rules will be disqualified and removed from the course. Weather and Safety Alerts While the (Philadelphia Marathon Weekend) will be held rain or shine, in the event of severe weather or other occurrences, information will be made available. Sign up for free emergency alerts by texting RunPHL to 888-777, follow @PhilaOEM on Twitter or visit www.phila.gov/ready

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TIME All athletes are required have a 16 minute per mile pace (with a total time of 07:00 for the AACR Philadelphia Marathon, 3:30 for the Dietz & Watson Philadelphia Half Marathon and 01:20 for the Rothman Orthopaedics 8K); for safety purposes, participants not maintaining this pace will be asked to use sidewalks/paths along the course. ATHLETE TRANSPORTATION (SAG) SAG will provide a ride to the medical tent in the Start/Finish Area near 24th and Spring Garden Streets, and emergency medical responders will attend to any medical needs. EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION Please verify your emergency contact details on the front of your race bib at packet pickup. If there are any changes, please go to the solutions center desk at the Health & Fitness Expo. RACE SCORING & TIMING The AACR Philadelphia Marathon, Dietz & Watson Philadelphia Half Marathon and the Rothman Orthopaedics 8K, will utilize the Chronotrack chip timing to record each athlete’s official time. QR CODES As long as your mobile phone has QR code reader software, you can scan a picture of the code on your athlete’s bib and link to the results page for official race timing. Results can also be found on www.PhiladelphiaMarathon.com.

Runner Tracking Download the Philadelphia Marathon Weekend Race App on your phone for race weekend updates and live tracking! Search Philadelphia Marathon in your Mobile App store.

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RACE DAY PREP & INFO H H H

Visit the start area. If you are driving, you’ll want to map your route and select a parking location in advance to familiarize yourself with the security area and start/ finish line entrances. The 22nd and 23rd Street entrances from Route 676 will be closed, so please plan an alternate route. If you are staying at a hotel in Center City, do a test walk from the hotel to the start line. Review your corral placement. Participants will be started in waves by letter corrals (map on page 18) to reduce any bottlenecks. Your wave corral will be walked to the start line, and once the horn for your letter sounds, you can take off! Please bring any corral placement issues to the Solution Center at the Health & Fitness Expo. Review the security procedures. Only clear bags will be allowed in the secure zone — this applies to athletes and spectators. Dress for success. If you plan on wearing a “throwaway” shirt, toss it into the receptacles marked for clothing to the left of the corrals. All discarded clothing will be donated to the Salvation Army. If you bring extra clothing, pack it in your athlete’s bag and check it into the UPS gear check trucks in Eakins Oval. Drop your bags at gear check. Gear check is provided free of charge located on the southside of Eakins Oval. Only clear bags (such as the runner bag we are providing) will be accepted. You are free to use any of the trucks at gear check (but be sure to write down the truck number on the back of your bib). Be sure to affixed the event-issued gear check tag (top of bib tear-off strip) to your bag. Also be sure to enclose complete contact information inside your race bag in case we need to contact you on where you can pick up your bag after race weekend. The Philadelphia Marathon Weekend is not responsible for any unclaimed, stolen, or lost items.

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Gear check hours:

Saturday, November 23 Dietz & Watson Philadelphia Half Marathon and Rothman Orthopaedics 8k (5:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.) Sunday, November 24 AACR Philadelphia Marathon (5:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.)

Line up in your letter corral. You have been placed in a lettered corral based on the expected finish time you provided when you registered. Please respect the process and line up accordingly. Stay hydrated. One of the most important steps for athletes to take on race day is to properly hydrate, both before and during the race. On Saturday and Sunday, take advantage of the pre-race water located in Eakins Oval. Lemon-Lime NUUN is available at all water stations for the full marathon and half marathon. Look for the blue NUUN cups. XACT Energy fruit bars (mini-bars @ 2 inches) are available for the AACR Philadelphia Marathon (past mile 11, before mile 18 and past mile 22) and the Dietz & Watson Philadelphia Half Marathon (before mile 8). CHEER ZONES Saturday, November 23 Front Street & Washington Avenue 22nd and Walnut 34th and Walnut Mt. Pleasant Drive (between Mt. Pleasant Mansion and Rockland Mansion) Sunday, November 24 The Mann (States Drive & Avenue of the Republic) Edgely and Reservoir Drive 22nd and Walnut Street 34th and Girard Avenue (Philadelphia Zoo) Ridge & Main Street Kelly Drive & Ferry Road

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HYDRATION STATIONS Saturday, November 23 – Dietz & Watson Philadelphia Half Marathon 1. Columbus Boulevard south of Race Street – Mile 2.8 2. Front Street & Washington Avenue – Mile 4.2 3. Juniper & Walnut Streets – Mile 6.2 4. 34th & Chestnut Streets – Mile 7.6 5. Reservoir Drive – Smith Memorial Playground – Mile 10.4 6. Kelly Drive just past Girard Avenue – Mile 12.0 (also serves as the Hydration Station for Rothman 8K)

Sunday, November 24 – AACR Philadelphia Marathon 1. Columbus Boulevard south of Race Street – Mile 2.3 2. Front Street & Washington Avenue – Mile 3.7 3. 6th & Walnut Streets – Mile 5.1 4. 31st & Walnut Streets – Mile 7.1 5. 34th Street & Fairmount Avenue – Mile 8.5 6. Avenue of the Republic at Belmont Avenue – Mile 10.2

7. Lansdowne Drive @ Sweetbriar Lane, just after traffic circle – Mile 11.8 8. Edgley Drive before Power Corps Headquarters Building – Mile 14.4 9. Kelly Drive @ John B Kelly Statue/Rowing Grandstand – Miles 16.2 & 24.2

10. Kelly Drive & Ferry Street – Miles 17.8 & 22.3 11. Main Street & Ridge Avenue – Miles 18.9 & 21.3 12. Main & Cotton Streets, Winnie’s LeBus – Miles 19.8 & 20.2 13. Finish Line, Benjamin Franklin Parkway – Mile 26.2

Bring your gently used or new shoes including running, casual, dress, adult, and children’s sneakers to the Packet Pickup/Health & Fitness Expo on November 22nd and 23rd at the Pennsylvania Convention Center. The shoe collection bins will be located at the entrance to the expo. Your new or gently used shoes will be distributed to communities in need

both here in the USA and throughout the world. In addition to bringing sneakers to those in need, a donation will be made to Stand Up 2 Cancer and Students Run Philly Style for each bin of shoes collected. Thanks for your support.

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SAFETY PROCEDURES H H H

Security/Entry guidelines for the 2024 Philadelphia Marathon Race Days (Saturday & Sunday): Runners will experience strict security measures. On both Saturday and Sunday, the Start/Finish area along the Benjamin Franklin Parkway and Eakins Oval will be a secure zone. Entrances: Checkpoint #1 (22nd & BF Parkway, southwest corner) Checkpoint #2 (22nd & BF Parkway, northwest corner) Checkpoint #3 (Pennsylvania Avenue & Spring Garden Street) Checkpoint #4 (24th Street & Park Towne Place) Checkpoint #5 (25th Street & Pennsylvania Avenue, southeast corner) NOTE: After 8:00 a.m., this checkpoint will only allow access into the North Viewing Area. Checkpoint #5-A (25th Street & Kelly Drive, southeast corner). Note: Closed on Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to approximately 11:30 a.m. Please use checkpoint #6 during this time. Checkpoint #6 (Eastbound Spring Garden Street Bridge Ramp @ Eakins Oval) Checkpoint #9 (west side of 22nd Street, into the east side of Von Colln Memorial Field) • Arrive early so you have time to get through security checkpoint entrances (Opens at 5:00 a.m.). • Runners, event staff/vendors, and emergency personnel will be permitted to enter the secured zones at the start & finish areas. Spectators will not be permitted to enter the secured zone at any entrance prior to 8:00 a.m. (If there are no lines at the checkpoint, security can admit spectators prior to 8:00 a.m.) • To enter the secure running area before 8:00 a.m., athletes will be required to show their race day race bib at the entry checkpoints. • Before entering the security checkpoint, each runner should have their bib visible and fastened to the front of their attire. Security will check race bib to race day event.

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• All persons entering this venue will be screened via walk-through magnetometers, and/or by security agents equipped with hand-held magnetometers. Alternative options for screening will be provided for medical conditions. • All items being carried into the venue will be thoroughly searched by security agents at each checkpoint. • Only clear bags will be allowed in the secure zone — this applies to athletes and spectators. • No open bottles or pre-filled hydration vests (we will have purified water in the start area). • The hydration vests must be carried into the venue (not worn) and must be empty of liquids. If your vest is pre-filled, you will have to step out of line, remove and/or empty the vest (away from the checkpoint entry point) and then reenter the line in order to gain admittance to the secure zone. After being admitted to the secure zone, athletes will be able to fill the vest at the water stations. • Only clear plastic participant bags will be accepted at Gear Check. • Runners should arrive with the event-issued gear check tag (top of the bib, tear off strip) affixed to their bags. • The start of the race will not be delayed due to lines at security checkpoints. Prohibited items • Weapons and contraband of any kind (regardless of permitting). This will include firearms, knives, pepper spray, etc. NOTE : Right-to-Carry permits will not be honored and weapons will not be permitted into the venue. • Fireworks (includes flammable liquids, fuels or explosives) • Suitcases • Bulky items or packages larger than 12”x12”x6”

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• Containers (glass, aluminum or otherwise) that can hold more than 1 liter of liquid. (Sealed water bottles & sealed baby bottles are permitted). NOTE: NO glass containers of any type or size are permitted! • Alcohol • Illegal drugs or illicit substances of any kind • Bicycles or scooters (bikes/scooters may be parked outside the venue, in the protected Bike Valet zone on River Field, 24th Street & south side of Eakins Oval – Checkpoint #4) • Facial costume masks of any kind (except religious headwear). • NOTE: Persons entering the secured zone may wear a COVID prevention mask covering both their nose and mouth. Security personnel will NOT deny entry to persons wearing this mask. • Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS/Drones) • Selfie sticks • Props (includes flagpoles, military or fire gear, sporting equipment or other hard objects) • Coolers (hard sided; plastic, metal, etc.). NOTE: Soft sided coolers ARE PERMITTED! Must be hand searched at the entry gate. • Large umbrellas (i.e. Beach Umbrellas) • Animals or reptiles (Exception: ADA defined service animals (only dogs; please refer to ADA fact sheet posted on our website) are permitted for spectators only. No animals are allowed on the race course(s) Discouraged Items • Large blankets, comforters or sleeping bags. • Backpacks, handbags or shoulder bags of any kind (clear plastic participant bags are permitted) • Action cameras

Weather and Safety Alerts While the (Philadelphia Marathon Weekend) will be held rain or shine, in the event of severe weather or other occurrences, information will be made available. Sign up for free emergency alerts by texting RunPHL to 888-777, follow @PhilaOEM on Twitter or visit www.phila.gov/ready

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FINISH LINE ETIQUETTE: As a courtesy to those finishing behind you, please keep moving once you cross the finish line. Proceed through the chute, collect your Heatsheet® and medal, then to post-race replenishment, followed by gear retrieval. MEDALS & FINISHER CERTIFICATES: All AACR Philadelphia Marathon, Dietz & Watson Philadelphia Half Marathon and Rothman Orthopaedics 8K finishers will receive a medal. Athletes who participated in the Independence, Freedom, Patriot or Liberty Bell Challenge will pick their challenge medal up at the Challenge Medal tent located in front of the athlete’s food tent. You will be able to download and print your finisher certificate on our website after the race. GEAR PICK UP: Following the race, retrieve your gear at the UPS Gear Trucks on the south side of Eakins Oval. If needed, use the nearby tents to change your clothes. You will need your bib number to pick up your gear. RUNNER’S REUNION AREA: Athletes can reunite with family and friends in the athlete reunion area, located in Eakins Oval (near the gear check trucks). FINISHER MERCHANDISE: Stop by our official merchandise tent near the end of the post-race runner walk-off. LOST & FOUND: For athletes and spectators, go to the information booth located inside Eakins Oval.

Runner Tracking Download the Philadelphia Marathon Weekend Race App on your phone for race weekend updates and live tracking! Search Philadelphia Marathon in your Mobile App store.

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RUNNING FOR THE LOVE OF H H H A LOOK AT OUR AACR PHILADELPHIA MARATHON LEGACY RUNNERS Legacy Runners There is a special group of runners – known as “Legacy Runners” – who reflect the history, strength, and staying power of the AACR Philadelphia Marathon. Through grit and grace, these road warriors have been with our marathon every (or nearly every) step of the way, completing at least 15 Philadelphia Marathons over the past 30 years. The Philadelphia Marathon first recognized Mark Sullivan and Bob Koen as charter legacy runners in 2008. Since then, the Legacy Runners Program has expanded by establishing tiers of participation beginning with 15-year participants and including runners who have completed 20 and 25 and now, 30, Philadelphia Marathons, either consecutive or cumulative. The highest distinction, Charter Membership, is reserved for those who have run every edition of the Philadelphia Marathon since 1994. We recognize our Legacies who give true meaning to the word marathon!

Mark Sullivan Bob Koen Jesse Robbins Arthur Scott Joseph ‘Chip’ Bearden Maria Schaller Gaeten Dominic

Bob Mina Gary Greenblatt Scott Quitel Karen Stevenson Lauri Fauerbach Adams

Britt Miller Jill Morris Brian Gatens Jim Clark Mark Albert Tom ODonnell Anh Dang

Dave Weiss Bill Conway Bill Bosmann Amy Ehrenzweig

Robert Boyd Sharon Hagy

If you qualify, we encourage you to inquire about our Legacy Runner’s Club.

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PARTNERS AND AFFILIATES ABOUT THE H H H

Achilles International: Achilles’ mission is to enable people with all types of disabilities to participate in mainstream athletics, promote personal achievement, enhance self-esteem, and lower barriers to living a fulfilling life. The Philadelphia chapter promotes volunteerism within the community by pairing athletes with disabilities with guides that can help them train for and participate in races such as the Philadelphia Marathon Weekend. Website: www.phillyachilles.com Active Minds: Active Minds mobilizes youth and young adults for mental health advocacy. Providing resources, education, training, and award- winning programs, Active Minds is present in more than 1,000 communities nationwide. Together we are empowering a new generation of advocates to boldly use their voices to influence the conversation around mental health. Website: www.activeminds.com The Alzheimer’s Association (Delaware Valley Chapter): The Alzheimer’s Association leads the way to end Alzheimer’s and all other dementias by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support. The Delaware Valley Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association serves the greater Philadelphia area, the Lehigh Valley, Southern New Jersey, and the full state of Delaware. Website: www.alz.org/delval Asha For Education – NYCNJ Chapter: Asha for Education is a secular 501(c) (3) non-profit organization dedicated to catalyze socio-economic change in India through education of underprivileged children. In keeping with this focus, our volunteers are involved with and support projects in India that are secular and have an education-related component to them. Website: nycnj.ashanet.org The Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration: The Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration (AFTD) is the leading national nonprofit working to improve the quality of life of people affected by frontotemporal degeneration (FTD) and to drive research to bring hope for a world with compassionate care, effective support, and a future free of this disease. Website: www.theaftd.org

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