Navy Yard Course Race Day Info
Race Location
The Philadelphia Navy Yard
4747 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19112
Parking Info
There is free street parking around the Navy Yard campus, along with parking in the 1 Crescent Drive lot (300 car lot on Intrepid Ave & 13th St). Parking in the 1 Crescent Drive lot will begin at 7:30am. Overnight street parking is not allowed.
We encourage carpooling for groups attending. Please allow extra time for parking as this is our first year at the Philadelphia Navy Yard and are anticipating large crowds! Parking is first come, first served.
Note that the parking lots are private and reserved for Navy Yard businesses. Please do not park in unauthorized lots. Parking in unauthorized lots may result in your vehicle being towed.
Rideshare Access
If you are going to use rideshares or a taxi, use the address 1 Crescent Drive and walk down S Broad St. to the Marine Parade Grounds.
Public Transit, Pedestrian, and Bicycle Access:
The Navy Yard is bike friendly with bike lanes and bike racks throughout the Navy Yard. Two Indego Bike Share stations are located inside the Navy Yard, two are located at NRG Station (Broad St. & Pattison Ave.). The closest bike share station at the Navy Yard is at Crescent Park (1 Crescent Drive, one block north of the Marine Parade Grounds).
The closest SEPTA stop to the Navy Yard is the NRG station, the southernmost stop on the Broad Street Line.
If you choose to walk via Broad Street (one mile south from the NRG station), please use the sidewalk along the west side of Broad Street adjacent to FDR park.
Directions to the Starting Line
The race start line is located at 4747 S Broad St. Follow signs for parking. Race begins at Intrepid Ave and South Broad Street. The intersection is next to the Marine Parade Grounds.
Course Info
Starting Line: Runners and walkers will begin from the starting line at the intersection of Intrepid Ave and South Broad Street. The intersection is next to the Marine Parade Grounds.
5K Runners: The run will take you along the riverfront through the quiet grounds of the Navy Yard with a picturesque view of the ships at the finish line. There is a sharp turnaround point at the halfway mark adjacent to Cresent Park. The final ¾ mile will be shared with walkers.
Route: Start on South Broad Street. Turn left on Admiral Peary Way. Turn left on Rouse Boulevard. Turn right on League Island Boulevard. Turn right on Kitty Hawke Avenue. Turn right on Broad Street.
2 Mile Walkers: The walking course will take you along the riverfront and perform a loop around the Navy Yard grounds. The final 3/4 mile will be shared with 5K runners. Families, strollers, and all ages of participants are encouraged to join. This course is not timed.
Strollers are permitted on the courses. Pets are NOT permitted on the courses.
To view the full course maps, click HERE.
Corrals
During the registration process, you will be asked to select your anticipated time from the below options.
- Under 7 minutes per mile (anticipated finish under 21 minutes)
- 7-9 minute mile (anticipated finish between 21-27minutes)
- 9-11 minute mile (anticipated finish between 27-33 minutes)
- Over 11 minute mile (anticipated finish more than 34 minutes)
Race Day Schedule
7:15 AM - Registration Begins
8:20 AM – Opening Ceremony
8:30 AM – 5k run begins with staggered start
8:45 AM – 2mi walk begins
Award ceremony to follow the close of the race
Registration
Registration is open through 8:00 AM on Thursday, November 28, 2024. Kids refer to those aged 6 through 12. Children under 6 are free, but must register.
We suggest registering through our website even on Race Day. This can be done on your mobile device or computer or at our registration station on one of our devices. This is the fastest way to register. Cash is not accepted on race day.
Shirts are not guaranteed on Race Day. Please consider registering before October 21st to secure your shirt and size.
