Metro Philadelphia

Registration is now open for the 2026 Independence Blue Cross Broad Street Run, slated for Sunday, May 3.  The nation’s largest 10-mile road race kicks off at Broad Street and Somerville Avenue and concludes at the Philadelphia Navy Yard. 

Runners can register through 11:59 p.m. Friday, Feb. 13, at broadstreetrun.com. Up to 40,000 participants will be accepted, with a registration fee of $65. Entries will be awarded through a lottery system, though runners may also participate through charity partners, including the American Cancer Society, American Association for Cancer Research, Students Run Philly Style, Back on My Feet and the Fairmount Park Conservancy. Lottery winners will be notified by email during the week of Feb. 16. Philadelphia Parks & Recreation anticipates another sellout race in 2026. 

“This year, as the nation celebrates its 250th anniversary, we are proud to welcome thousands of runners and visitors to the extraordinary IBX Broad Street Run,” said Mayor Cherelle Parker. “Events like this showcase how tradition, community, and celebration come together in a way only Philadelphia can deliver.”   

The 2026 race will take place during Mental Health Awareness Month, with organizers encouraging Philadelphians to pause, recharge, and recommit to personal and collective well-being. Scientific research shows that running —across all distances and abilities—can improve mental health, moods, and emotional resilience.  

As Philadelphia marks the 250th anniversary of American independence, the race takes on added significance, bringing together residents and visitors during a milestone year for the city.

“The Broad Street Run is more than a race—it’s a Philadelphia tradition that unites our city,” said Susan Slawson, Commissioner of Philadelphia Parks & Recreation. “As we honor Mental Health Awareness Month and celebrate 250 years of Philadelphia’s extraordinary legacy, the Broad Street Run reminds us to care for ourselves and one another.

“Whether you’re running, cheering along the route, or gathering at the finish, this event exemplifies the strength, pride, and unity of Philadelphia.” 

 Supporters are encouraged to cheer on runners along the course and enjoy the finish-line celebration with a family-friendly play and activity zone. 

“Caring for our mental health is essential to how we show up for ourselves, our families, and our city,” said Kehinde Solanke, commissioner of the city’s Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual disAbility Services. “This race highlights the power of movement, connection, and community in supporting emotional well-being for all Philadelphians.” 

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