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2026 Market Street Run for Blue - Date TBD

calendar_today 18 Oct, 2026

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2026 Market Street Run for Blue - Date TBD

About the Event

The annual 5-mile Market Street Run for Blue will be held on a Sunday in October 2026. You can run 5 Miles OR walk 3 Miles. There will be no virtual option, but you can purchase a shirt to be mailed to you.   This is your chance to show your support of the dedicated officers of the Philadelphia Police Department. Please show your support for those who protect and serve our city!

The Race Course and our Brief History: You may have conquered Broad Street, now you can conquer Market Street too! This is your chance to show your support of the dedicated officers of the Philadelphia Police Department. 


The early bird cost is $35 and will incrementally increase to $55 up to race day and includes a beautiful long-sleeve running shirt. You choose to Run OR Walk!
For decades, you had the opportunity to Run Broad Street. In 2019, for the first time, we brought you the chance to run or walk Market Street, from the Delaware River to the Schuylkill River, in support of the men and women of the Philadelphia Police Department. Starting in historic Old City just a stone’s throw from the Delaware River and running 2.5 miles along Market Street to the shadow of 30th Street Station above the mighty Schuylkill River; looping back to the finish line to complete 5 miles. New this year will be the 3 Mile Walk!

Purpose of the Event:
1) The Market Street Run for Blue is a fund-raiser for the Philadelphia Police Foundation and a competitive or fun 5 mile run or 3 mile walk experience for all participants. To Learn about the important work of the Foundation visit here: www.phillypolicefoundation.org

2)  It's a chance to strengthen community ties and enjoy some positive interactions with the Philadelphia Police Department. It's a fun day to be in Philly! 

Location:        
**Updates this year due to Construction** The race starts and finishes at Front and Dock Streets next to the Philadelphia Marriott Old City. It will end with a Street Festival at Front and Dock Street (with roads closed for food, fun and awards).

Note: Race Course finish has changed, see the map here for updates. Jogging Strollers are welcome! 

Bib/Shirt Pick Up for in-person participants only will take place inside the Old City Marriott (Front and Dock Streets) on the following days/times:

Friday, Oct.  17  from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 18 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Sunday morning Oct. 19 (race day) from 6:30 to 7:30 a.m. 

Award Ceremony:  Gift card awards will be given to the top 3 overall male and female runners. Each overall winner will receive a Philly Runner gift card and more.

Awards for Age Groups (Top 3 Male/Female Runners recognized in each age bracket) – 5-13, 14-17; 18-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; 70+ 

Amenities:          
All paid participants will receive a Market Street 'Run for Blue' performance long-sleeve dri-fit race shirt and a Finisher Medal! Quantities are limited after October 1st, so sign up early! 

Post-Race Celebration: Dock and Front Street Will be closed for our Police community fair. There will be interactive Law Enforcement displays featuring numerous Units including SWAT, Canine, Mounted Unit, Highway Patrol and more. It will be fun for the whole family!  Plus, coffee, pastries and more from our sponsor Wawa. Also, Live music from our sponsor 93.3 WMMR radio. This will be fun for everyone!

Race Results:       
The Race will be professionally timed by the Bryn Mawr Racing Co.; Results will be found at http://www.brynmawrracing.com

Questions:           
Contact: Amanda Clark, 845-234-3754, admin@phillypolicefoundation.org

Our Mission Statement/other info:
The Mission of the Philadelphia Police Foundation is to provide important support and resources to the Philadelphia Police Department (PPD) to assist the Department in ensuring the safety and security of the city’s residents, visitors and businesses. Established in 1998, the PPF (a 501c3 non-profit) is committed to assisting the PPD, the nation’s 4th largest police department, in their service to our city. 

Races Offered

3 Mile Market Street-Walk

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Distance — 3 Miles

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5 Miler Market Street - Run

Oct 18, 2026

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Distance — 5 Miles

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08:00

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$35.00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for October in Philadelphia.

thermostat Temperature
10.2° / 20.5°
wb_sunny Feels like
7.6° / 17.8°
light_mode Avg sunshine hours
9h 7m
water_drop Avg rainfall
1.5 mm
ac_unit Avg snowfall
—
air Avg wind speed
11.0 km/h (Light breeze)
opacity Sweat loss rate
Moderate
terrain Course conditions
Firm and slightly soft
sunny Max UV Index
Moderate (4.0)
humidity_mid Humidity
63.9%
wb_twilight Sunrise
07:12
nightlight Sunset
18:19

About Philadelphia

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Philadelphia, routinely referred to as Philly, is the birthplace of American democracy. In Independence Hall and in taverns and other locations around the city, the nation's founders planned and launched the American Revolution, which gave birth to the nation. Visitors interested in U.S. history will also discover that it is a city of firsts: the first library (1731), first hospital (1751), first medical school (1765), first national capital (1774), first stock exchange (1790), first zoo (1874), and first business school (1881).

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Race Results

Official finishing times from previous editions of 2026 Market Street Run for Blue - Date TBD.

Place Name Time
🥇 Thomas Colella —
🥈 Noel McManus —
🥉 Michael Gould —
4 Kelly Schmidt —
5 Veronika Tueros —

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