UPDATE: Due to a water main break on MLK Drive, the Cold Hearts 5K has a new course for Saturday, February 14th, 2026: 2026 New Course. The race will start at the same time on Avenue of the Republic between the Please Touch Museum and Smith Memorial. Bib pickup will now take place on Friday, February 13th between 10AM - 7PM at Philadelphia Runner Center City and on race day, Saturday, February 14th between 7AM - 8:15AM near the start/finish line on Avenue of the Republic between the Please Touch Museum and Smith Memorial. 

Cold Hearts, Fast Feet.

This year, we’re not waiting for Spring. Lace up for the first Cold Hearts 5K on Saturday, February 14th - a winter run along the Schuylkill River for all paces and hearts.

Registration includes:

🩵 Cold Hearts Race Shirt

🩵 Cold Hearts Finisher Medal

🩵 Cold Hearts Post Race Party

🩵 Chip timing on a USATF certified course

🩵 Optional 5 week beginner training plan

🩵 Optional group training runs 

Packet Pick-up will be at Philadelphia Runner Center City (1711 Walnut Street) on Thursday, February 12th between 3PM - 7PM Friday, February 13th between 10AM - 7PM or at the race start (Schuylkill Banks Pergola) on Saturday, February 14th between 7AM - 8:15AM

Whether you’re running with someone, running to meet someone, or celebrating running solo - start a new winter tradition with us at the inaugural Cold Hearts 5K, proudly presented by Philadelphia Runner & On.