Often overlooked in favor of the World Marathon Majors, the Philadelphia (Philly) Marathon is one of the most popular in the United States, for good reason!
1. Pre-Race Zoom Call
With the Philadelphia Marathon coming up soon, we’re bringing veterans and first-timers together to ask questions, share insights and build some excitement heading into race weekend!
Join our drop-in Zoom call on Monday, Nov. 10, 2025 at 7:00 pm EST where first-time Philly runners can get answers from athletes and coaches who have run this race before.
Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/s/3883695228
If you think you can make it, or want to submit a question in advance, email your host TRR coach Elaina Raponi at [email protected].
Can’t make the call? We’ll record the call and share the link in the following week’s newsletter.
2. Philadelphia Marathon Race Intel
Date: Sunday, November 23, 2025
Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Start: 22nd Street & Benjamin Franklin Parkway, near the Philadelphia Museum of Art
Finish: Eakins Oval on Kelly Drive, near the Philadelphia Museum of Art
Course type: Mostly a loop; take a look at this page for more Philadelphia Marathon course info
Boston Qualifier: Yes
Elevation gain: 744 feet/ 226 meters
Elevation loss: 744 feet/ 226 meters
Temperature:
Average high: 51°F/ 10°C
Average low: 34° F/ 1°C
Tips from Coaches
“Practice hills! Philly is not classified as hilly, but the rolling hills from miles 7–16 and the tougher climbs in Manayunk (miles 19–22) add up.” – Coach Jonathan Gooch
“Stick to the tangents. Kelly Drive is wide and winding, and poor tangents can add up to half a mile to your race, so minimize side-to-side movement to stay on the shortest course.” – Coach Jonathan Gooch
“The race ends with a 10 mile out-and-back on the river that feels longer than the first 16; save some mental energy to get back from the turn around.” – Coach Matt Weller
3. Shakeout Run
Date: TBD
Time: TBD
Location: TBD
4. Philadelphia Marathon Coaching Info
At Team RunRun, we have 100s of wonderful, experienced coaches ready to help you crush your goals, regardless of your ability, budget, or lifestyle. Specifically, for Philadelphia Marathon race advice, here are some coaches to start with:
In addition, see the official race website here for even more information.