(This information was emailed to all runners on April 29, 2025. You can also find the latest race information in our race guide section).
Thank you for your support of the 2025 Independence Blue Cross Broad Street Run taking place on Sunday, May 4, 2025.
The 2025 race will finish in The Navy Yard.
START AREA INFORMATION: PLEASE NOTE – THE START TIME IS 7:00 A.M.
2025 CORRAL AND WAVE LINE UP
Corral Assignments and race bib numbers were based on the anticipated finish times that were provided when you registered.
The Green Corral will line up on Somerville Avenue
This year we have designed a new access route for Green Corral participants to get into the Green Corral on Somerville Ave.
From the subway stops at Broad and Olney, Green Corral participants should follow the new directional sign system leading to the Green Corral. These signs will direct you to walk down the West side of Broad Street (the side across from Einstein Medical Center) a short distance to enter the Girls High School property via the stairway leading up from Broad Street. These signs will direct you through the Girls High School parking lot to the Green Corral, to rest rooms and pre-race water along the way, to gear buses, and then past the gear buses to Ogontz Ave. directly to the Green Corral. This new access route will enable you to access water, portable toilets, and gear buses and then get directly into the Green Corral without having to encounter the crowds trying to enter the other corrals along the way.
All runners must be in their proper corral by 6:40 am.
If you are planning to run with a slower runner, please line up in their corral. Slower runners should not move up to a faster corral.
NEW: AN AREA WILL BE SET UP AT THE START WITH AN AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETER. IF YOU NEED ACCESS TO THIS AREA, PLEASE E-MAIL [email protected] FOR INSTRUCTIONS.
IPICO TIMING DEVICE – IT STAYS ON THE BIB!
We will be utilizing the IPICO timing system, a single-use bib tag. The timing device is embedded in the race bib. In order to receive an accurate time, please confirm your race bib number that you receive matches the number in our system. Find your bib number.
Clearly visible on the front of the torso unaltered and unmodified (Do not fold or wrinkle)
Pinned in all four corners and not covered (jackets, runner belts, etc.)
GEAR CHECK PROCEDURE FOR 2025- ARRIVE EARLY TO AVOID DELAYS!
All gear check buses will be located at the start area on Olney Avenue, Old York Road, and Widener Drive.
YOU ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO BRING AS LITTLE AS POSSIBLE WITH YOU TO THE START OF THE RACE.
ALL ITEMS MUST BE VISIBLE.
NO BACKPACKS ARE PERMITTED IN THE START AREA.
CLEAR PLASTIC BAGS MUST BE USED FOR GEAR CHECK.
YOU CANNOT PLACE YOUR BACKPACKS IN THE CLEAR BAGS.
ALL ITEMS BROUGHT INTO THE START AREA ARE SUBJECT TO SEARCH AND/OR CONFISCATION.
Buses will NOT be loaded by BIB NUMBER, you can check your gear on any bus. To have your extra clothing and gear transported from the start of the race to the finish area, you must use a clear plastic bag and mark it with the official gear check identification wristband that will be provided at the gear bus. Look for the yellow school buses at various locations around the start area. At the finish, display your gear check identification wristband to the volunteers, and your items will be returned to you. Runners should place a business card or mailing label and phone number inside their bag to help with identifying it after the race.
ALL GEAR MUST BE CHECKED ONTO THE BUSES BY 6:30 A.M. SO THEY CAN DEPART FOR THE FINISH LINE.
When you check your gear, you will be handed two matching wristbands and a sticker. The wristbands and sticker have your bus number and individual bag number printed on them.
Put some form of identification, including your name, address, and phone number, inside your bag in case we need to contact you after the race.
NEW IN 2025: Gear check pick-up will now be located on S. 13th St. and Intrepid Ave. Consult the finish line map at www.broadstreetrun.com/raceguide
RACE DAY PARKING
Driving down to the race? Below is some information so you know where to leave your car and how you can get to the start area.
There is no parking available at the Start area.
For the Finish Line area, we suggest that all runners park at the Stadium Complex lots. ALL RUNNERS MUST BE OUT OF THESE LOTS NO LATER THAN 12:00 P.M.
All lots will open no later than 4:00 a.m. and will be closed as they are filled. There is no runner parking in FDR Park this year. No vehicles will be permitted in the FDR PARK without proper race credentials.
All running clubs that are planning post-race gatherings are asked to refrain from using the Stadium Complex lots
RESTRICTIONS: Runners must park in designated areas and are subject to parking regulations. The Philadelphia Parking Authority and the Philadelphia Police Department will enforce normal parking restrictions. Please observe all parking regulation signs and directions from the parking lot attendants. There is no parking available at the start area or on Pattison Avenue. Parking areas are not controlled by the Independence Blue Cross Broad Street Run and made available at the courtesy of various sports facilities.
GETTING TO THE START
Check www.septa.org/news/broad-street-run/ for more information. Runners can ride free on the Broad St. Line only by showing their race bib.
The Broad Street Subway will be running on a special race day schedule. For more information please check out www.septa.org/news/broad-street-run/ and the race website on race weekend. You are strongly encouraged to board a train no later than 5:15 a.m. Most trains will be express trains; however, a limited amount of trains will be starting out from the Walnut-Locust station for our Center City participants.
FINISH LINE INFORMATION
Spectators are permitted at the Finish Line.
In order to provide a better finish line experience, after you finish the race please proceed through our finish area in a cooperative manner. This year you will be directed by our volunteers to the food tents. After moving through the food tent you will get your RACE MEDAL at the rear of the Food Tent. Once you go through the food tent and pick up your medal, please proceed to gear buses, then exit the Navy Yard.
Locating the Gear Buses at the Finish: Gear pick-up at the finish line will be in the parking lot north of the Marine Parade Grounds. Look for the Gear Bus flags.
Rideshare/Pick Up Lot: The designated pick-up location is at 7th Street between Pattison and Packer Avenues. Drivers must always remain with their vehicles. Any vehicle left unattended will be towed immediately.
RUNNER TRACKING: Runner tracking will be available in 2025 beginning on Wednesday, April 30th – to sign up, click here.
AWARDS: In 2025, no age group awards will be given on race day. Age group awards will be mailed after the results are final.
HEALTH & WELLNESS EXPO:
The Independence Blue Cross Broad Street Run Health and Wellness Expo takes place at the Pennsylvania Convention Center, Hall F on Friday, May 2, 2025 (from 11 am to 7 pm) and Saturday, May 3, 2025 (from 9 am to 6 pm).
Enjoy health & fitness-related vendors of all sorts, including, the Official Merchandise of the Independence Blue Cross Broad Street Run.
The Pennsylvania Convention Center is easily accessible by all SEPTA Regional Rail lines, the Market-Frankford line, and the Broad Street Line.
THE ENTRANCE TO HALL F IS AT 12TH AND ARCH STREETS.
THERE IS NO RACE DAY BIB PICK UP.
BIB PACKET PICK UP: Please bring your photo identification to Packet Pick Up at the Health and Wellness Expo at the Pennsylvania Convention Center located at 1101 Arch Street, Hall F. This process will move quickly if you have your bib number handy. Find your bib number
If you cannot attend the Expo, a friend or fellow runner may pick up your packet for you provided:
They have your bib number
A brief note from you authorizing them to pick up your packet
Their photo identification and a copy of your photo identification. A picture on their phone is acceptable.
CHANGING CORRALS:
Anyone who wishes to move to a slower corral is free to line up with that later start group. If you would like to move to a faster corral, please bring your bib to the Corral Change Table at the Expo so it can be modified for admittance IF SPACE IS AVAILABLE.
Runners who line up in faster corrals without visiting the Corral Change Table first may be disqualified.
PARKING FOR THE EXPO: For directions to the Convention Center and a complete listing of parking lots in close proximity to the Pennsylvania Convention Center, click here for directions and parking information.
PUBLIC SAFETY MESSAGE:
The City of Philadelphia and the Philadelphia Parks and Recreation Department are coordinating security measures with all law enforcement agencies – city, state, and federal, to create a safe, enjoyable experience for all runners, workers, volunteers, and spectators.
Please join us in being vigilant of your surroundings during the Independence Blue Cross Broad Street Run. If you see a suspicious person, object, or vehicle along or near the race course, report the sighting to 9-1-1 or to law enforcement personnel. Do not store, hide or leave any personal items, backpacks, or packages along or near the race course, including the start and finish line areas near Central High School or on the Marine Parade Grounds. No backpacks, coolers, or non-clear bags permitted. Necessary exceptions, such as diaper bags, will be subject to search.
As part of our public safety protocol, we encourage you to sign up to receive emergency information on Race day. You can sign up to get notifications by texting RunPHL to 888-777.
We will be collecting all discarded clothing at the start corrals. All apparel will be distributed to local men’s women’s and family shelters.
The American Cancer Society has been the charity partner of the Independence Blue Cross Broad Street Run for over 40 years! To date over $6,000,000.00 dollars have been raised for the American Cancer Society by the participants of the Independence Blue Cross Broad Street Run.
SUNDAY MORNING MASS FOR RUNNERS: Once again this year, our friends at Our Lady of Hope Church, 5200 North Broad Street are holding a Mass for our participants at 5:45 a.m.
GOING GREEN – HOW YOU CAN HELP
Walk or take SEPTA to get around the city
Ask your hotel to not change your sheets and towels with each cleaning service
Make use of our Big Belly solar-powered trash cans while exploring Center City Philadelphia
Visit local businesses – local production leaves less of a carbon footprint
Return cups and other products to the proper containers for recycling/composting after use.
Even our Health & Wellness Expo is “going green.” The Pennsylvania Convention Center, which hosts the Expo, performs single stream recycling to divert waste from landfills. The recent expansion of the Pennsylvania Convention Center achieved LEED® certification in 2011.
DONATE YOUR GENTLY USED OR NEW SHOES AT THE INDEPENDENCE BLUE CROSS BROAD STREET RUN HEALTH AND FITNESS EXPO.
The Independence Blue Cross Broad Street Run is pleased to partner with Community Recycling and Students Run Philly Style for our 2025 event.
Bring your gently used or new shoes of any type (running, casual, dress, adult, kids) to the Health and Fitness Expo on May 2nd and May 3rd to donate. Donation bins will be located at Students Run Philly Style’s booth #314.
Your shoes will be distributed to communities in need. For each bin of shoes collected a financial donation will be made to Students Run Philly Style.
LOST ITEMS: During the Independence Blue Cross Broad Street Run, lost items can be dropped off at the Information Tent next to the awards stage. All items will be collected and remain in possession of Independence Blue Cross Broad Street Run staff. Anyone seeking to reclaim lost items can do so at the information tent. After event hours, you can contact the Independence Blue Cross Broad Street Run at ([email protected] | 215-683-3594).
Independence Blue Cross Broad Street Run staff will be setting up at the Expo starting on Thursday, May 1, 2025. Please do not expect a response to emails for which the answer is contained in this email and/or on the website. Instead, bring all problems/questions to the Solution Center in the Packet Pickup area at the Expo along with any documentation that would help clarify the situation.
