The 42nd Blue Cross Broad Street Run returns to Philadelphia on Sunday, May 1, 2022. The nation’s largest 10-miler will return to its traditional spring date for the first time since 2019.
The 2022 race will be in person, and individuals must be fully vaccinated (one dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine or two doses of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccines) in order to participate. Runners also have the option to participate in a virtual run.
Registration for the Blue Cross Broad Street Run will open at 12:00 AM on February 7 for those who are guaranteed entry. Runners in the following categories will be guaranteed entry as long as they register before February 14:
* Runners who have competed in at least 10 races
* Runners who deferred their place in 2020 or 2021
The lottery for all other registrants will open at 12:00 AM on February 14 and close on February 28 at 11:59 PM.
“I’m happy to welcome the Blue Cross Broad Street Run back to Broad Street this spring. This is another sign that Philadelphia is returning to normal, and I thank everyone who has been vaccinated and following public health guidance for helping us get here. I am also grateful to our partners at Independence Blue Cross for their continued commitment to this iconic race and to the health of our residents,” Mayor Jim Kenney said.
After the COVID-19 pandemic forced the 2020 race to go virtual, and the 2021 race took place in fall, runners, sponsors, and the race’s select charitable partners are eager to return to the fun, training, and sense of community that make the Blue Cross Broad Street Run one of the City’s most popular spring traditions.
“The first Sunday in May in Philadelphia has become synonymous with the Blue Cross Broad Street Run. As the title race sponsor for more than 25 years, we’re excited to welcome runners back this spring,” said Gregory E. Deavens, Independence Blue Cross president and CEO. “Running is just one of many ways people can get active. It’s important to find an exercise routine you love and one you’ll stick to because fitness is vital to good health.”
Race organizers will continue to work closely with the Philadelphia Department of Public Health to ensure the race prioritizes the safety of runners and community health. In addition to proof of vaccination for runners, COVID-19 protocols will include:
* Mandatory masking for runners at the start and finish line; and
* Mandatory masking required of volunteers throughout the race.
At this time, Cheer Zones and Finishing Area activities have been suspended for the 2022 race, and spectators are encouraged to cheer runners on from home.
“The Blue Cross Broad Street Run represents the best of Philadelphia: hard work, determination, and community spirit. I can’t wait to see all the runners on Broad Street this May,” said Kathryn Ott Lovell, Philadelphia Parks & Recreation Commissioner.
Guaranteed-entry runners can register for the Blue Cross Broad Street Run HERE starting on Monday, February 7, at 12:00 a.m., and all other runners can register February 14.
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About Philadelphia Parks & Recreation
Philadelphia Parks & Recreation (PPR) advances the prosperity of the city and the progress of its people through intentional and sustained stewardship of nearly 10,200 acres of public land and waterways as well as through hundreds of safe, stimulating recreation, environmental and cultural centers. PPR promotes the well-being and growth of the city’s residents by connecting them to the natural world around them, to each other and to fun, physical and social opportunities. PPR is responsible for the upkeep of historically significant Philadelphia events and specialty venues, and works collaboratively with communities and organizations in leading capital projects and the introduction of inventive programming. To learn more about Philadelphia Parks & Recreation, visit us at www.phila.gov/parksandrec, and follow @philaparkandrec on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
About Independence Blue Cross
Independence Blue Cross is the leading health insurance organization in southeastern Pennsylvania. For more than 80 years, we have been enhancing the health and well-being of the people and communities we serve. We deliver innovative and competitively priced health care products and services; pioneer new ways to reward doctors, hospitals, and other health care professionals for coordinated, quality care; and support programs and events that promote wellness. To learn more, visit ibx.com. Connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram. Independence Blue Cross is an independent licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association.
