From the Organizer
Welcome to South Philly.
The 13th annual Philly 10K is here and this year not only do we have a new title sponsor, we have medals for everyone! In addition to the only opportunity of the year to run through the heart of South Philly on fully closed streets, The Philly 10K features a Kickoff Party on Friday and Saturday, and the best post race festival run Philadelphia with music, cold beer and 4,500 of your closest friends.
We'll see you on South Street.
Distances & Pricing
Race Location
About This Sport
From Endurance Grid's Founder
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
The 10K is the distance where running stops feeling like a starting point and starts feeling like a sport. Long enough to require a real training block. Short enough that race day is fully manageable for a first-timer who's put in the work.
Race day energy at a 10K is community at its best — strangers cheering you by name, people moving toward the same goal, an atmosphere that solo training can't replicate. It's fast enough that you'll spend the whole race pushing rather than managing your effort.
This is also the distance that builds the base for everything else. Most athletes who go on to run half marathons, do triathlons, or compete in HYROX started here. What you need: running shoes fitted to your stride, a training plan, and the race on your calendar. The registration is what makes the deadline real.
How long to train: 4–8 weeks for most fitness levels.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Coming Up
More running races in PA
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is THE PHILLY 10K?
- THE PHILLY 10K is a running event held in Philadelphia, PA. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
- When and where is THE PHILLY 10K?
- Sunday, August 23, 2026 in Philadelphia, PA at START, Philadelphia, PA. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for THE PHILLY 10K?
- Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.
THE PHILLY 10K
Aug 23, 2026