PHILADELPHIA, PA — Philadelphia is gearing up for the 30th annual Philadelphia Marathon Weekend, set to take place from November 17-19, 2023. The event, which started with just 1,500 participants in 1994, has since grown to become one of the top 10 marathons in the country.
The unique marathon course offers participants a journey through centuries of history and architecture, diverse neighborhoods, and stunning views throughout Fairmount Park and along the Schuylkill River. Spectators eagerly line the route each year, cheering on athletes and embodying the city’s love for champions.
The 2023 Race Weekend features numerous events, including the AACR Philadelphia Marathon on Sunday, November 19; the Dietz & Watson Philadelphia Half Marathon, Rothman Orthopaedics 8K, and Nemours Children’s Run on Saturday, November 18. A two-day Health & Fitness Expo will kick off the weekend on Friday, November 17.
In a recent announcement, race officials revealed a new partnership with Nemours Children’s Health, who will serve as the title partner for the 2023 Nemours Children’s Run.
“We are very excited to welcome Nemours Children’s Health to our team of partners,” said Kathleen Titus, Race Director for the AACR Philadelphia Marathon. “Nemours Children’s helps ignite our commitment to promoting a healthy and active lifestyle and turns race day into family day.”
As one of the nation’s largest pediatric health systems, Nemours Children’s Health adopts a holistic approach to children’s health. This partnership aligns with their mission to promote whole child health and improve health equity.
“Partnering with an event like the Philadelphia Marathon to promote the health of children is an opportunity to showcase Nemours Children’s commitment to going well beyond medicine each and every day,” said Gina Altieri, Executive Vice President, Corporate Affairs and Enterprise Chief Communications Officer, Nemours Children’s Health.
The Nemours Children’s Run will provide non-competitive, short-distance events for children aged five to 12 years on Saturday, November 18. The event will also feature family-friendly activities such as a rock-climbing wall, bounce zone, obstacle course, and face painting at the Nemours Children’s Zone located at the Health & Fitness Expo.
Advanced registration for the Nemours Children’s Run is preferred, but on-site registration will also be available on the day of the race. For more information about the Philadelphia Marathon Weekend, visit the official website.
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