{"id":173674,"date":"2026-04-23T08:55:27","date_gmt":"2026-04-23T08:55:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/173674\/"},"modified":"2026-04-23T08:55:27","modified_gmt":"2026-04-23T08:55:27","slug":"penn-relays-2026-what-to-know-about-tickets-race-schedules-and-more","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/173674\/","title":{"rendered":"Penn Relays 2026: What to know about tickets, race schedules and more"},"content":{"rendered":"

Thousands of runners and track and field athletes will descend on Philadelphia this week for the 130th running of the Penn Relays<\/a>.<\/p>\n

High school, college, professional and Special Olympics athletes from around the world will compete in a variety of events at Franklin Field over three days of competition.<\/p>\n

Here’s what you need to know about the 2026 Penn Relays.<\/p>\n

What are the Penn Relays?<\/p>\n

The Penn Relays are America’s oldest and largest track and field competition, and have been held at the University of Pennsylvania’s Franklin Field since 1895.<\/p>\n

According to the Philadelphia Convention and Visitors Bureau, the Penn Relays draw upwards of 15,000 athletes and 110,000 spectators.<\/p>\n

When are the Penn Relays?<\/p>\n

The 130th annual Penn Relays will take place from Thursday, April 23, to Saturday, April 25, 2026.<\/p>\n

What is the 2026 Penn Relays schedule?<\/p>\n

On Thursday and Friday, events begin at 9 a.m. On Saturday, events begin at 7 a.m.<\/p>\n

The first running events of the Penn Relays will be high school girls 4×800 heats; high school boys 4×800 heats start Friday morning. The first field events of 2026 are a series of high school girls championships, including discus throw, shot put, long jump, high jump and javelin throw.<\/p>\n

Saturday, aka America250 Day, begins with several 5K racewalks and college track and field championships.<\/p>\n

A full schedule of events for all three days is\u00a0posted on the Penn Relays website<\/a>.<\/p>\n

What is the bag policy at Franklin Field?<\/p>\n

Re-entry is not permitted at Franklin Field<\/a> during the Penn Relays. The following items are permitted inside the stadium and subject to search:<\/p>\n

Bags smaller than 16″ x 16″ x 8″Soft-sided seat backs and bench cushions that do not impede seat accessSealed plastic water bottles and juice boxes\/pouchesFood carried in a one-gallon freezer bag. Limit one food bag per guest.Medically necessary items after proper inspectionBlankets, opened and carried inBinocularsHand-held camera for personal use. Cases must adhere to the bag policy.Service animals with paperwork that aid guests with disabilitiesDiaper BagsDrawstring Bags<\/p>\n

Larger bags, umbrellas, coolers, glass bottles, cans, firearms, animals (except for service dogs), strollers, stainless steel water bottles and noisemakers over 1 foot are not allowed inside the stadium.<\/p>\n

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Franklin Field Stadium policy<\/p>\n

University of Pennsylvania<\/p>\n

2026 Penn Relays results<\/p>\n

Results from the 2026 Penn Relays will be\u00a0updated online<\/a>.<\/p>\n

How to get tickets for the 2026 Penn Relays<\/p>\n

Tickets\u00a0can be purchased online<\/a>\u00a0or in person at the following sales offices:<\/p>\n

Athletics Box Office: Off 33rd Street, near the Northwest entrance of Franklin FieldSouth Street and Convention Avenue: Just off South Street near the Southeast entrance of Franklin FieldHecht Tennis Center: Penn ParkThrowing Field Entrance: Outside of Rhodes Field on River Fields Drive<\/p>\n

Will call is located at the Weightman Hall Driveway, located off 33rd Street near the northwest entrance of Franklin Field.<\/p>\n

Parking at the Penn Relays<\/p>\n

The University of Pennsylvania says parking will not be available at the Penn Lot for spectators or athletes, and limited space is available at the following garages near Franklin Field:<\/p>\n

Parking costs $30 per day and is available on a first-come, first-served basis, payable via credit card only.<\/p>\n

Campus Park and Ride will not be available for off-campus spectator or participant parking. Information on street parking, metered parking, and city garages can be found here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

SEPTA transportation to Franklin Field<\/p>\n

SEPTA bus, train and trolley service<\/a>\u00a0can get you close to Franklin Field for the annual Penn Relays.<\/p>\n

Regional Rail riders should get off at Penn Medicine Station. SEPTA announced it is adding additional service on the Wilmington and Media\/Wawa Regional Rail lines during the three-day event.<\/p>\n

Subway riders can take the L (also known as the Market-Frankford Line) to Drexel Station at 30th Street or 34th Street Station.<\/p>\n

Trolley service is available to 33rd Street Station. Bus routes 21, 30, 42 or 49 will also get you close to the stadium.<\/p>\n

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