Does the Blue Cross Broad Street Run Benefit any charity?
Yes, the American Cancer Society benefits strictly through the runners donations and pledges.
To join Team ACS, sign up on main.acsevents.org/pa_bcbsr to donate and send e-mails to family, friends and co-workers for a donation.
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Where do we park?
Due to the limited amount of parking in the start area, we recommend that all runners park their cars for free near the finish area (Broad & Pattison) and take the SEPTA Broad Street Line to the start.
Directions to the starting area?
The Central High School Athletic Field is located at Broad Street and Somerville Avenue located approximately 1 mile North of the Route 1 and the North Broad Street Interchange. Board the Broad Street Line at any subway stop to get to the start.
Is there transportation back to start area when the race is completed?
There are no shuttles back to the start area. However, public transportation is available on the SEPTA Broad Street Line Subway. One way fare is two dollars $2.00
For public transportation information contact Septa at (215) 580-7800.
How much time should I allow myself to get to the start from the subway?
It is in your best interest to board a train before 7:00 a.m. to allow for any delays. It takes approximately thirty-five (35) minutes for local subway trains to reach the SEPTA Broad and Olney Transportation Center, which is a few blocks above the start. However, express trains when operating take about 20 minutes.
Where will the gear check be located?
START LINE AREA: On Broad Street outside of the Central High School Athletic Field. (BROAD & SOMERVILLE)
FINISH AREA: On the Marine Parade Grounds at the Philadelphia Navy Yard.
Gear check will be provided for all runners who supply their own gym bags that are properly marked with the official race tag that is provided with your bib number. You must place your bag on the School bus that displays the number that corresponds with your race number at the start area. This system has been incorporated to help you locate your bag at the Finish. At the finish, display your official race number to the volunteers and your items will be returned.
If I am unable to attend the expo, how can I obtain my race packet?
If you cannot attend the Expo, a person you designate with proof of THEIR identification may pick up your packet for you. It would be helpful to give them your confirmation number to expedite the process of pick up.(SEE Below)
No race numbers or "ChampionChips" will be mailed. (No Exceptions).
Typical proof of identification would be one of the following:
A letter signed by the runner authorizing the person picking up permission to do so. The pick up person should bring their photo identification. The signature on the letter should match the signature on the mailed in race application.
The runner's confirmation post card or a photocopy of the card.
A printout of the on line confirmation if the runner registered online.
SPECIAL OFFER: FOR RUNNERS WHO CANNOT ATTEND THE EXPO
For an additional $10.00, runners will be permitted to pick up their race bib number and ChampionChip on Race Day at the starting area on Sunday, May 4th beginning at 6:00 a.m. Only runners who register on line before April 25th at 11:59 pm EST or via mail with a postmark prior to and including April 18th will be permitted to pick up on race day. This pick up area will shut down promptly one-half hour prior to the start of the race.
Race day pick up will be at the Central High School Athletic Field located at Broad and Somerville. A special instruction letter and Free ride to the start credentials will be put in the mail no later than April 28th.
If your plans change, your packet will be available for pickup at the expo, however, the $10.00 charge will not be refunded.
How can I contact the Photography Company?
Island Photography (800) 869-0908. Or www.islandphoto.com
Training schedules?
We suggest that you check out any of the Running Publication web-sites for this type of information. Many of them are quite helpful.
How do I obtain a USATF Membership card?
Go to www.mausatf.org
Are the runners allowed to wear headsets?
For your safety and insurance considerations, no headsets are permitted.
How do I obtain applications for Kids Fun Activities?
You can call the Race Hotline at (215) 683-3594, or pick up the April edition of MetroKids at local day care centers and libraries.
Or you can go to any Philadelphia Recreation Department facility.
How can I volunteer?
Call the race hotline at (215) 683-3594.
I haven't received confirmation yet, should I be worried?
FIRST CHECK THE CONFIRMATION SECTION OF THE WEBSITE.
ONLINE REGISTRATION CONFIRMATIONS:
E-Mail confirmations should have occurred immediately after you registered online. No confirmations will be mailed out to on line registrations.
MAIL IN CONFIRMATIONS:
Confirmation for mail in applications will begin to be sent out around April 6th. Applications received at the PO BOX after April 23rd will not receive a written confirmation. But you may be able to access the information on the Confirmation section of the web site.
In the event you do not receive a written confirmation or email confirmation, and cannot confirm on the web site confirmation page, you should assume that your application was not processed and you will need to go to the Blue Cross Broad Street Run Solutions Center at the Blue Cross Broad Street Run Expo. No numbers or "ChampionChips" will be mailed.
For public transportation information contact Septa at (215) 580-7800. |
Where are the best places to watch the race?
The start area near Broad and Fisher
North Broad Street along the Temple University Campus
North Broad Street at Callowhill near the Philadelphia Daily News Building
City Hall - West Side at Dilworth Plaza
Broad and Walnut outside The Bellevue
South Broad Street along the Avenue of the Arts
South Broad Street at Carpenter (High School for the Creative and Performing Arts)
South Broad Street at Jackson (South Philadelphia High School)
South Broad Street at Bigler St
South Broad at Packer Avenue one block from Chickie's and Pete's
Broad and Pattison at the Sports Complex
Finish line area inside the Philadelphia Navy Yard (Bleachers)
What is the weather like around the First Sunday in May?
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